Gordon Douglas Burton passed away peacefully at Beckley Farm Lodge in Victoria, B.C on February 22, 2021 at the age of 73. Gordon was born in Victoria, B.C. on July 7, 1947 and was predeceased by Marilyn Burton his first wife of 20 years in 1988. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Sonja (Person) Burton.
Lovingly remembered by his sister, Gayle (Jack); children, Wendy, David, Mike, Denise (Sylvain), Scott and Kevin (Lauren); grandchildren, Douglas, Allen, Christopher, Kai, Kaitlyn (Garon), Luke, Lance, Olivier, Julien, Bethany, Sydney, Mallory; great grandchildren, Alivia, Averie and Kiara. He will be missed by many other relatives and friends.
Our sincere thanks to all the staff at Beckley Farm Lodge who gave Gordon exceptional care.
Flowers gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gordon’s name may be made to Beckley Farm Lodge https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/m/44268/donation
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Sylvie
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Wendy Burton There is not a day I don’t miss this wonderful man who I called Dad .
I think of him daily and wish he was here .
Thank you everyone for posting .
Hugs Wendy
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Kim and Frank Graham Gordon left an indelible mark on our lives in so many ways. I will always appreciate his firm, kind leadership as he steered Ladysmith Church through some rough patches, and am so grateful for his respectful listening ear: even when we did not always agree. Blessings, Sonja on the path ahead: Godspeed Gordon.
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Paul Wooding Sonja and family,
I’m very sorry to hear about Gordie’s passing. Gordie and I were part of the first forestry department in BCFP’s new Elk River Division. We had lots of great conversations driving around the division, he was a sincere and thoughtful person and I learned a lot from him. My thoughts are with you.
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Kathy Hopkins To Sonja, Wendy, David, and all of Gord’s family,
So sorry to hear of Gordie’s passing. He was a kind and thoughtful man; someone with wisdom and approachability; without a doubt, the best boss I ever worked for. We worked together for BCFP out of Campbell River, and he modelled the kind of leadership we all can aspire to. His family was so important to him, and the world became a better place because of his caring and integrity.May your many happy memories be a comfort to you.
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Terri Haines My deepest condolences Wendy, Dave and family ❤ sending you huge hugs and so much love. May your Dad rest in peace.
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Kerri And Ross Brain Hi Sonja and families
So glad to be part of the zoom funeral service.
It was good to see the families and their grown up kids.
So thankful for the legacy he has left and the good memories made over the years!
So thankful for the years we have known you and in your small group….so long ago.
Still remember the scripture we memorized and the good book studies.
Gordon is with His Lord and Saviour…..love the verse 2Timothy 4:7-8.
He is also with my dad in heaven and they are together with Jesus….wow…..what a day that will be.
I love these verses and find comfort in them too.
Praying for you and your families!
Hugs
Ross and Kerri
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Peter and Barbara Kenniphaas Sonia and family, we were so sad to hear you have lost Gord at such a young age. We have lovely memories of working with him at the church in Duncan and spending time in your home and with your kids. We will pray for peace and comfort for you all in the days ahead.
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Adeleine Morris My sincere sympathy to the family. I shall remember Gordon for his kind and patient manner when he served on our strata council at Regent Park. He was a calming and gentle presence.
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Paul Langdon Gayle
I am so sorry to read of Gordon’s passing.
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Jim & Judy Tansky Wendy, David, Sonja and family….Sending you love and prayers and hugs for your hearts! Jim & I first met Gordon at Caycuse Logging camp and enjoyed spending many good times with him and his family!! So thankful He is now with Christ Jesus his Lord and Savior! Until we meet again…nothing can separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:39
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Bev Cowie Our sincere sympathy is sent to all of Gord’s family. I met Gord through his sister, Gayle in the 1960’s. Gord was such a kind man. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Our thoughts are with all of you.
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Jennifer muir So sorry for your loss, I first met him at age 9,he was such a sweet nice man, heart goes out to you all,heaven gained a new angel
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Tom Miller Wendy ,David and Sonja
So sorry to hear of Gordie’s passing. I worked with him in the 1970’s for BCFP. I have good memories of fishing trips together off Salt Spring.
Tom Miller
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Sue Flegel I am so sorry for your loss. Gordon will be missed by so many. I am among them, and consider it a blessing that our lives crossed several years ago. Gordon and Sonja welcomed us both in the church and in their lives. I will always have good memories with good people. May our Lord carry you with His strength and comfort during this time of sadness.
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David and Vivien Black Our sincere Condolences to the whole family … It was our privilege to know Gordon through our Church in Port Hardy …. What a treasure he was .. His support and love to us was second to none … Bless you Gordon for your ministry, not only there, but wherever you served in life … I rejoice in knowing that you are now in the hands of our Lord and Saviour … and what better place could anyone be in … Enter into your rest, You good and faithful servant.
Gayle, So sorry to hear about your brother Gordon passing, Big hugs