Passed peacefully away on February 25, 2022 in Victoria, BC where Gordon resided since 1999. He was born in St. John’s, NL on September 5, 1944 to the late Wesley and Hilda (nee Chubbs) Belbin.
Gordon is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Elaine (nee Vey) Belbin; cherished daughters Michelle (Christopher) Kennedy and Wendy (Trent) Ellis; beloved grandchildren Brady and Avery Ellis and Liam Kennedy; dear siblings Marie (Wallace) Cull and Scott (Tina) Belbin as well as many nieces and nephews.
Flowers gratefully accepted or donations to the Parkinson Society of British Columbia are appreciated.
A Funeral Service was held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at 1:00 PM. A recording of the service can be viewed by clicking on the image below.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Very sorry to hear of Gordon’s passing, please accept our condolences. Our prayer’s are with you. Ivan and Belbin.
We are saddened to hear of Gordon’s passing and offer our condolences to Elaine, Michelle, Wendy and all of the Belbin family. Gordon always took time for a friendly chat!
I was saddened to hear Uncle Gord had passed. I will always remember how well he lived life no matter the circumstances – he was full of humour, fun and exuberance and he was a joy to be around. He was the type of person who is easy to miss and my thoughts and prayers are with you Elaine, Michelle, Wendy and families. May you be comforted by the good memories and the beautiful impression he’s left behind, and by knowing you will meet again.
My heartfelt sympathy to Elaine Michelle Wendy and family.
It was sad when we got the call that Gordon had passed . He had a relaxed and positive attitude and enjoyed life. He didn’t take things too seriously was always encouraging and made friends in all areas of his life. He was a great big brother and always took care of his family. He will be missed and will treasure precious memories of him.
We are sorry for your loss, Aunt Elaine, Michelle and Wendy, and family. Uncle Gord was more of an inspiration than he likely ever knew. As a kid, I quietly watched and admired his grit, steadfastness, and determination.
With the physical issues his cancer had left him as a child, he had every reason to spend his life feeling sorry for himself, sitting on his couch. Instead, he was a constant fixture at swimming pools, tennis courts, and bike paths, amongst other venues, as well as at church.
I look forward to meeting him on the other side, and seeing what he does with his new body. I have a feeling I won’t be able to catch up to him.
Blessings to you all!
Barry (and Jasmine) Cull
Fredericton, NB
Elaine, Michelle, Wendy and families
Sorry to hear of Gordon’s passing. Our families go back a long way and share many happy memories. Please be assured of my thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. Gordon will be missed, I am sure, but we look forward to seeing him again where there is no “sickness or parting” for ever!
Eunice
My Condolences to Elaine, Wendy, Michelle and families.
Gordon was always so positive and full of life. It inspired me as a young man. I have so many great memories of he and I going to the MEWs Center or Aquarena in St John’s for a swim and a game of squash. Tennis in the summer and camping.
It was always a race between Gord, Scott, Myself and Barry to be the first into the lake for a swim when we arrived at a park. 🙂
Gord had many challenges in his life but none of it kept him down. He grabbed onto life and ran with it.
Just as the saying goes “you can’t keep a good man down.”
Gordon’s life was a life well lived indeed.
Gordon will be missed and the memories he have left me has made life a little easier as I have had to deal with my own medical problems. Gord, you were an inspiration and you always left people feeling better after having been around you.
Farewell my friend until we meet again.
Roland and Susan Martin
We are saddened to hear of my cousin Gordon’s passing and pass along Sue and my condolences. We were born 2 months apart and saw each other in our early youth, but lived many miles apart most of our adult years. We send best regards to Gordon’s wife Elaine, daughters, and grandchildren.
To Elaine and family.
Sorry to hear of the passing of Gordon. Please accept our condolences. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Clayton and Ruth Rice
Knew Gordon when he was with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. He was always a friendly voice and enjoyed a laugh. He loved being outdoors. A good guy.
Rest in peace Gordon.