GORDON PENNY

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GORDON PENNY With heavy hearts the family announces that in the morning of November 4, 2014, peacefully in his sleep, Gordie departed from this world and was welcomed into Heaven into the arms of Jesus Christ. Gordie could best be described as an extraordinary individual, "there was just something about him". He had a wisdom about him and a true and genuine spirit that made him one of the most loveable human beings that you could ever want to meet. He was kind hearted, polite, compassionate and an advocate for love and forgiveness. He always complimented and encouraged people and was willing to lend a helping hand to anyone. Gord liked and appreciated the simple things in life; for example he described a cold glass of water as "so precious". He placed little value in material items and had his priorities in good order. His most special attribute was his ability to make people laugh and share in that laughter; he had a super sense of humour that was very unique. Gord's favourite pastimes over his lifetime included: snowmobiling, trapping, hunting, fishing, campfires, quadding, bowling, swimming and spending time with family, friends and especially his beloved pets. He often spoke of and shared fondest memories of his departed pets; Blue, Bruno and Felix. Gord was a terrific cook and he loved to entertain people and prepare a meal for them; he could prepare and cook anything from a lasagna to home made soup and it was always delicious. Gord was born in Selkirk, September 26, 1969. He attended Clandeboye and Lockport schools and graduated from Lord Selkirk High School. He took over farming his Dad's portion of the farm and shortly after began working at Owl Welding. He then moved on to work at Kinetic Machine Works and then Byles Turkey Hatchery. He made many friends throughout his working life and cherished each person he knew. Ill health came upon Gord and he had to leave his employment. He lived on the family farm in Petersfield until May 2013 when he and Bella moved to Winnipeg Beach. They both adapted well to town living and enjoyed their new surroundings. Gord was predeceased by his mother Jean Penny (nee Hurrie) in April 2006 and this was a tremendous loss for Gord. His faith and knowledge of God and Heaven helped him to keep his focus on eternity and where Mom was and where he would also one day be. Gord leaves to mourn his family members whom he loved with every ounce of his big heart, father Bill Penny; brothers Dennis (Peggy) and Art; sisters Pat (Kas), Gail (Dale) and Lorna (Dave); nieces and nephews Jennifer (James), Adam (Cathy), Mathew (Pam), Pam (Graham), Anna, Jessica, Russell (Jenn), Candice (Travis) and his very special and loved grand-niece Carly. He had a very special bond with his cousin Barry Hurrie whom he referred to as his brother. He had many wonderful relationships with his friends, cousins, relatives and neighbours. His dog Bella will certainly miss him as will all of his family and all who knew him. His passing leaves a big hole in our lives. His honorary pallbearers are Lorne Fisher, Gordie Clifton, Craig Smiley, Terry Couture, Calvin Kuch, Dayna Clark, George Fedoruk, Dennis and Jeannie Dudich, Joe Lenchuck, Gerry Payment and Steve and Grace Fryza. Gord committed his life and destiny to Jesus. He had an unwavering faith which he loved to share with others. His faith made him humble and grateful of the victories and an overcomer of the challenges that presented in his life. When people would say, "look at that awesome car", Gord would reply "it sure is nice but really, only God is awesome, nothing else is as awesome as God". He was a shining light and he took every opportunity to bless others. As an act of obedience, Gord was baptized on August 18, 2007. Gord had a favourite saying, which he said often and truly believed and it goes like this... "God is large, in charge and He never makes a mistake". A celebration of Gordie's life will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel, Selkirk, MB, with Pastor Bernie Unrau officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Gord's memory to The Winnipeg Humane Society, 45 Hurst Way, Winnipeg, MB R3T 0R3 or Dunara Cemetery Fund, Box 642, Petersfield, MB R0C 2L0 . Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 07, 2014