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FRANK (GORDON) FRENCH
Born: Sep 28, 1940
Date of Passing: Jan 01, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryFRANK (GORDON) FRENCH
The family sadly announces the passing of Gordon on January 1, 2026. Gord was born in Toronto, Ontario on September 28,1940, the youngest of six brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife Joy; son Perry (Holly); daughter Kara (Shane) Hubick; grandchildren, Caitlin (Chase) Mayor, Taylor and Matthew Leckman, Kira (Connely) Chilton and Nicholas French; great-grandchildren, River and Juniper Mayor.
After graduating from Ryerson Institute of Technology in Architecture in 1962, he accepted a position in Winnipeg at Smith, Carter, Searle Architects, thus beginning a long career in the drafting, building, and construction business. He went on to spend over 30 years at Plasti-Fab Product Solutions, retiring from the company in 2006.
Shortly after arriving in Winnipeg, Gordon met his wife Joy and in 1964 they married, quit their jobs, and embarked on a three month adventure, sailing to England, visiting the Scandinavian countries and then travelling Europe via Eurail-Pass.
Gord’s hobbies were fish aquariums and collecting Lionel trains. Gord coached soccer and was involved in Scouts Canada. He loved gardening, watching all sports, Nascar, playing Bridge, Bar-B-Quing, seafood & travelling... He was always happy and willing to lend a helping hand. He was the patriarch of our family and will be greatly missed.
Gordon was cremated and there will be a private family Celebration of Life held on January 25th.
If desired, if you wish to make a donation on his behalf, Gord devotedly supported the CNIB Guide Dogs Charity for many years.
A photo biography honouring Gord’s life is accessible through the 'tributes' link below.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 17, 2026
Condolences & Memories (1 entries)
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I knew Gord through Construction Specifications Canada and as a customer of Plasti Fab. Gord was an honest, hard working person who always stepped up. My Condolences for his family and friends. - Posted by: Fred Wright (Business colleague) on: Jan 17, 2026
