After a very short illness, Gord passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, August 1, 2022 of Bayfield and Guelph, at the age of 75. Cherished husband of Karen (Tugwell) Sisson for over 51 years. Proud father of Kelly, and David and Aimee. Adored Poppy of Noelle, Scott Jr., Rachael, Emberleigh, and Caden. Dear brother-in-law of Norma and Peter Maher, Marni and Harold Van Aaken, and Billy Tugwell. Beloved son-in-law of Marg Tugwell. Uncle of Bill and Judy, Matthew and Me-Linh, Amanda and Taylor, Jessica and Steve, Adrienne, Amber and Dawson and great-uncle of 6.
Gord will be remembered for his love of painting, travelling, and gardening. He was so proud of his gardens over the years. His “home away from home”, where he and Karen split their time was his favourite destination. While at the trailer, he enjoyed watching the birds, or collecting some stones to make into unique collectibles. Above all else, his pride and joy was his family. His grandkids were his everything and he loved every moment he was able to spend with them.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER on Wednesday, August 10th from 12:30 – 1:30 PM, where the funeral service will be held at 2 PM. Those attending visitation are kindly asked to register. Please click “Register Now” below to register. Cremation to follow with a private family interment at Memorial Gardens, Toronto at a later date.
For those unable to attend the service, the family invites you to join with them from your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
Donations to the London Health Sciences Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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Herb Cooke
My condolences to my (Great) Aunt Karen and the Sisson clan.
I found out about Gord, Ken & Susie this week. My great uncles and great aunt. I’m deeply sorry for your losses. I haven’t heard from anyone since my dad died in 99 so the childhood memories are a little foggy. But still have a few fond memories of seeing you all at grandmas house. Mary Sisson (Cooke, Leblond) was the best grandma ever. Because of her, and my dad, the Sissons will always be in my heart.
Gord and Kenny were great uncles to my dad Harry and uncles bill (and you forgot George). But close in age and were tight like brothers.
Karen
Karen, I enjoyed chatting with you and Gord recently while visiting with my sister Betty
at The Old Homestead. I am so sorry for your loss.
Karen and Barry Stockdale (Orillia)
Liz Oude Reimerink
Dear Karen and family
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, Friend and father and grandfather.
He will be greatly missed!
An extraordinary man!
He will not be forgotten!
Liz
John Marshall and Family
Karen and Family.
Words cannot express our deepest condolences on the passing of Gord. His friendship over the years on many projects at home or trips abroad will not be forgotten. Memories last forever and he will be sadly missed.
John, Tammy and Colin, and Robert .
Deb Streisslberger
Gord will be sorely missed by us all. We have always enjoyed our time together, especially waiting in the hospital for the twins to be born. You were the best father-in-law to Aimee and treasured Poppy to Emberleigh and Caden. A part of you lives on in them. Love and hugs to everyone in your family. Forever in our hearts, memory eternal.
Deb and Ed Streisslberger
Jenny
Karen and family. Sending all of you our sincere condolences. Gord will be missed by many. We will treasure our dear memories of our time at the trailer with Gord. Sending you love and prayers during this very difficult time. Bill and Jenny McGrath
Gerd & Astrid Keller
Dear Karen & Family,
we are very sorry about your loss. Wishing you a lot of strength to carry on and cherish the good memories! Gord will be surely missed at The Old Homestead.
With our heartfelt Sympathy,
Gerd, Astrid & Family
Vera Barkovich
Karen and Family
Sending deepest condolences. Gord will be missed.
John & Vera
Judy and Frank Van Aaken
Karen our sincere condolences to you and your family.Gords companionship and insights will be missed at our family gatherings.
Rick & Marilyn Vandenbussche
Karen, our sympathy on Gord’s passing. Thinking of you and your family. Rick & Marilyn at the Old Homestead.
Bob Witzell
Karen, Kelly, David & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow. Gord was my partner in crime at the trailer. We did so may things together and many conversations and lots of laughs and good times together. To say he will be missed by Martha and I and our family would be an understatement. He will always be remembered with great joy.
Bob & Martha Witzell
Peter & Norma
Karen, Kelly and David,
Words cannot express the shock and sorrow when we heard of Gord’s untimely passing. Over 50 years of good times, family get togethers and beautiful memories.
We loved Gord as a dear brother-in-law and will always cherish his memory. Love always,
Norma and Peter 💕
Sandra Leach
Karen and family
I am so very sorry to hear of Gord’s passing and send you all my warmest heartfelt sympathy. May your memories warm your heart. Thinking of you always love your cousin Sandra.
Troy Berwick
To all the Sisson crew,
Our hearts and thoughts are with you always. Gord was like a second dad to me in my youth, and for that I will forever be thankful. Clare and I send our deepest condolences, as do the Berwick family as a whole.
Sincerely,
Troy, Clare and the Berwick Crew
WILLIAM COOKE
Karen, out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We were very close to Gord, having spent most of my life growing up with him, and keeping close touch with you both. While Gord has passed, he certainly will not be forgotten and will be in our hearts and memories always. A very special husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Bill and Judy
Ian and Pat
Karen, our thoughts and prayers are with you today. Ian and I have been remembering so many great memories we had over the thirty plus years with you and Gord as friends and good neighbours. Our children grew up together and in all those years we never had one disagreement. You guys were the best.
Our hearts felt broken when we heard that Gord had passed away. He will always have a special place in memories.
Gio Turla
To Dave and all the Sisson family, my sincere condolences. May your many memories bring you comfort and peace.
Carol and Asa ribble
Sorry to hear of your loss, love from Carol and Asa Ribble
W Farnsworth
Words cannot express the loss we are feeling. Gord’s exuberance for life, whether it be art, history, travel, or gardening, was a joy. And of course, he always kept us laughing. His family was everything, especially the love of his life, Karen.
Gord, you will live on in our memories and your lightness of spirit will be at every gathering ❤️
Don Moore
Kelly and Karen and family…Marie and I share your sorrow and grief at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers
John&Cathy Cuerden
Sincere condolences, Gord was always happy funny guy, I’m shocked and saddened,
Karen and Mike
Karen and family, Gord was such a wonderful friend – generous, kind and funny. Thank you for sharing him with us . All our love, Mike and Karen
Ed
My thoughts and prayers are with Karen and her family at this time of sadness. Gordon will truly be missed. My sincere condolences.
Sandra
Karen, Kelly and David
We would like to extend our deepest condolences on the passing of our friend Gord. He will be missed. Cherish all your memories and stories with each other.
Yours always
Jim and Sandra Robinson
donald wareing
Gord will be greatly missed. Our condolences to Karen and family.