Obituary for Gordon "Gord" Cavanagh (Guest book)

Message from Gregory L. Osmond

May 27, 2016 7:26 PM

Just noticed Gord's passing in the U of S Green and White. So sorry to hear the news. First Glen Capeling in Red Deer and now Gord in Swift Current. My condolences to everyone.

Message from jill cavanagh

June 13, 2016 5:25 PM

Greg, Could you get a hold of me at my e-mail address. I would like to ask you about a friend of Gord's. Thanks!

Message from Shirley Boyer

August 21, 2015 12:21 PM

I was very saddened to read of the death of Mr. Cavanaugh. My thoughts are with you and your family, Jill. I am so sorry for your loss.

Message from Soren, DeeAnn, Oliver & Benjamin Bredgaard

August 17, 2015 9:40 PM

Our deepest condolences to Jill, Kelly, Jamie and their families. You all know what Gord meant to me and our family. He was a fantastic teacher, a great family friend but most of all a witness for us during our intimate wedding ceremony. We couldn't have had a better day xoxox Love and hugs to you all. You all have a wonderful angel watching over you all.

A candle was lit by Jill Ahrens-Gruetzner on August 15, 2015 8:53 AM

Message from Robert "Bob" Whitehead - Calgary

August 13, 2015 9:20 PM

Dear Jill & Family: This notice was passed on to me by my daughter Shannon who described Gord as being a very kind and patient teacher. The picture you chose is perfect - that's the Gord I remember from Irwin in the early 70's ... a big guy with a big grin ... a truly nice man. Please accept our family's condolences.

Message from Linda Birchard

August 12, 2015 7:46 PM

My heart is filled with sadness at the loss of your husband Gord . I send love and prayers to you all. Linda

Message from Lee Ann Thibodeau-Hodgson

August 12, 2015 3:36 PM

Jamie and Family I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I worked with Gord for several elections and he was an amazing man. Cherish the moments and hold him tight!

Message from Lynda Oscar & Family

August 12, 2015 11:52 AM

Please accept our deepest sympathy in regards to the passing of Gord.
He was not only a great person but also, a great teacher. D

Message from Barry, Lesley & Rachel Kowbel

August 11, 2015 4:08 PM

Jamie & Sean & families. Saddened to hear of Gord's passing. Mom ( Helen Murdock) & myself ( Lesley) spent lots of time at the Training Zone with Gord & other retired teachers. He always had such a beautiful smile , always stopped to chat whenever you saw him. Keep his memories close to your heart. Sending prayers & hugs.

A candle was lit by Kimberley, Darren and Brayden on August 10, 2015 8:42 PM

A candle was lit by John & Doris Bornn Abbotsford B.C. With Prayers on August 10, 2015 3:15 PM

A candle was lit by Melinda Budvarson on August 10, 2015 12:46 PM

A candle was lit by Nicole Hudec. :( on August 10, 2015 11:43 AM

Message from Phil Unger

August 10, 2015 8:44 AM

So sorry to hear about your loss! Mr. C was my favorite grade 8 teacher at Irwin. He was very kind and created a great environment for young kids with energy to learn. I will always remember his smile and his humor. Thoughts and prayers to the family during this sad time. He touched many lives will he was here! God bless!

Message from Stan & Jacquie Greenwood

August 9, 2015 10:45 PM

Jill ,Kelly Jamie & families. Our deepest sympathy & condolences on the passing of Gord . May God & your many cherished memories help you today & the days to follow

A candle was lit by Charlie and Barb on August 9, 2015 3:43 PM

Message from Leslie & Marty Lowe

August 9, 2015 12:34 PM

Our hearts are feeling for you and family. So glad we re-connected after many years and had the pleasure of meeting Gord on a few occasions. Jill believe in your faith and the support of those closest to you. Sending love, hugs, prayers and good thoughts to you.

A candle was lit by Jo and Jim Appleyard on August 9, 2015 8:51 AM

Message from Lionel Martens

August 9, 2015 6:10 AM

Dear Jill and family
So sorry for your loss. Gord was a terrific teacher and coach. Such a big strong guy. Great role model for a junior higher! He was also kind and friendly and would always seek me out for a quick chat if our paths crossed when i returned to Swift Current to visit Menno and Annabelle. Peace and blessings to you during this time.
Lionel

Message from Louise P. Hadley

August 8, 2015 7:57 PM

Dear Jill and family, my love and prayers are with you. We will pray for Gord tomorrow at church.

Message from Nancy Peters

August 8, 2015 12:01 PM

Jill - my heart is breaking for you this week knowing all the emotions that you will be feeling. Take one day at a time and rely on God for all your strength - He will not let you down when you think you cannot take one more step or make one more decision.
I pray God will give you peace and rest. Love you

Message from Joanne Jahnke

August 8, 2015 11:35 AM

Jamie & family,
As you remember your Dad/Grandpa, these memories will carry you and your family to a tomorrow of comfort and peace. Thinking of you with sympathy at this difficult time.

Message from Art Downton

August 8, 2015 11:13 AM

I extend my sincere condolences to Jill, Jamie, Kelly, Rod, Cathy, family members and friends. I share your sadness with the passing of a great friend and confidante. Growing up together in the small town we were very close; I had the pleasure of competing in curling, hockey and baseball with Gord. His honest, methodical and intellectual approach to life shall be forever remembered.

Message from Doug Durant

August 8, 2015 7:26 AM

Jill and Family,

I have just learned of Gord's passing. I am sorry to hear of this and thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Message from Lena Redekopp

August 8, 2015 7:23 AM

My deepest condolences to you and your girls Jill. A tough road to be on.

Message from Dave and Wanda Mitton

August 7, 2015 7:46 PM

Dear Jill and family
Dave and I are so sorry for your loss. We know he has gone to be with the Lord and that is a wonderful thing but he will be so very much missed. We will continue to remember you in our prayers. Love, Dave and Wanda

A candle was lit by Andy and Yvette Sabourin on August 7, 2015 7:31 PM

Message from Pete & Marilyn Sabourin

August 7, 2015 6:59 PM

Jill, we are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this most difficult time.

Message from Lynn & Wayne Meyers

August 7, 2015 6:44 PM

Dear Jill, Kelly, Jamie and families - our hearts go out to all of you during this time of sadness. We have many fond memories of Gord - he was a great man and friend to many !! His contagious smile and quiet demeanour will be missed.

Message from Brian and Donna Keegan

August 7, 2015 2:09 PM

Donna and I were so sorry to hear of Gord's passing and offer our deepest sympathy to you Jill, Kelly, Jaime and their families. In lieu of flowers, we thought we would send a donation to the Southwest Youth Emergency Shelter. We always thought so highly of Gord, both as a good friend and such a great colleague. He was a highly respected educator and a great sportsman. Don't know whether I ever told him he was a very good baseball umpire. We must have had close to 15 very good years working at Irwin together. What a hoot! Going to sorely miss him - We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Hillary and David send their condolences to you and the girls. God bless Keeg and Donna

A candle was lit by Peggy and Bryan Drinkle on August 7, 2015 1:59 PM

A candle was lit by Brian and Donna Keegan on August 7, 2015 1:05 PM

Message from Brian and Donna Keegan

August 7, 2015 1:03 PM

So sorry to hear about Gord's passing. Gord and I go back a long way with our roots in Moose Jaw and of course baseball and curling. We was a good friend and great colleague - just loved working with him. Our deepest sympathy to you Jill, Kelly, Jaime and families. Donna and Brian

Message from Brenda and David

August 7, 2015 12:23 PM

Dear Jill and family,

We are so sorry to hear about Gord. He was such a nice man and I'm glad we got to spend some time with him. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He will be missed by many.

Message from Marion Andrus

August 7, 2015 8:55 AM

Dear Jill & Family, I am very sad to hear of Gord's passing. My sincerest condolences and my thoughts are with you all!

Message from Dale & Pam Schwartz

August 6, 2015 10:02 PM

We are so sorry for your loss. You both made such a difference in our children's lives.
Our love and prayers are with you all.

A candle was lit by Wilf & Bonnie Funk on August 6, 2015 9:37 PM

A candle was lit by Karmyn Dyck on August 6, 2015 9:31 PM

Message from Karmyn Dyck

August 6, 2015 9:31 PM

Our family is so grieved to hear of Gord's passing. We are thinking of you and you are ever in our prayers. Much love from Bev, Karmyn, Hal and Jonathan.

Message from Brent Savard

August 6, 2015 9:04 PM

Jill, we want you to know that we are thinking of you at this time. Our sympathies to you and your family. Life is truly a "transitional event"!!! Seems such a short time ago that you and I were "sitting in grade 9"!!! Regards and take care, Brent and June Savard.

Message from Ron Durant

August 6, 2015 8:32 PM

Jill and family, so sorry for your loss, I know the stress u have been through,and hope you will find some relief that Gordon is at peace now.

Message from Loretta Romankewicz

August 6, 2015 7:36 PM

On behalf of the Swift Current Chapter of Superannuated Teachers I extend our deepest sympathies to you, dear Jill, Kelly, and Jamie. Gord was an outstanding teacher, colleague and friend and we will miss him and his special smile that could tug at your heart strings. God bless and take care of you and ease your pain with all your good memories of him.
Lots of love and caring,
Loretta Romankewicz

Message from Holly Krueger

August 6, 2015 5:41 PM

It's been many moons since my time inside Mr. Cavanagh's classroom but I still remember what a great teacher he was and how all his students thought so well of him. As I also baby sit for you on occasion I also got to see what a wonderful husband he was to you Jill and what a kind and loving father he was to Jamie and Kelly. So incredinly sorry for your loss.

Message from Craig Robinson

August 6, 2015 4:28 PM

I'm sorry to hear about of your dad Kelly and Jill. He was a fantastic individual and one of the best teachers I ever had. He will dearly missed. My condolences to you and your family.

Message from Jim & Donna

August 6, 2015 2:51 PM

Sorry for your great loss Jill. Our love and prayers are with you.

Message from Ron and Ardith Meyers

August 6, 2015 12:46 PM

Jill, Kelly, Jamie and Family,
Extremely sorry and sad regarding Gord's passing. He was a great curling partner and friend back in our day as National Curling Instructors. Please accept our deepest condolences to you and the family.

A candle was lit by Ron and Ardie on August 6, 2015 12:39 PM

Message from Terry &Barb Bymoen

August 6, 2015 11:52 AM

So sorry for your loss Gord was a good guy !

Message from Lynn Thomas

August 6, 2015 11:32 AM

Thinking of you Jill, Kelly, Jamie and families. Know that he was a well respected teacher and colleague.

Message from Kathy and wilf wietgrefe

August 6, 2015 10:32 AM

Jill and family
We are so sorry to hear of Gords passing.
Are thoughts and prayers are with you

Message from Bonny Neufeld

August 6, 2015 10:24 AM

My condolences, Jill to you and your family. I pray that God will give you peace and the assurance that God is with you at such a time as this. Gordon was so kind and gentle and always friendly.

Message from Shannon and Melanie Anderson

August 6, 2015 9:54 AM

Dear Kelly and family
Our deepest sympathies to you in this difficult time may you find comfort in friends and family and the memories you hold dear!💖

Message from Sage

August 6, 2015 9:53 AM

I am so sorry.

Message from Cindy, Troy, Mackenzie and Kennedy Froehlich

August 6, 2015 9:47 AM

We are sorry to hear of Gord's passing. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Message from Don Crisp

August 6, 2015 9:37 AM

Few people make such an impact on so many young minds. Not just in Gord's science class but in life after high school. I was fortunate enough to get to know Gord out side of classroom sharing some great times in the Shrine. To Jill and all the family we share your loss and grieve with you ..... Just at a different level. My email is attached if you wish to contact me or on FB where there are numerous tributes

A candle was lit by Beth King on August 6, 2015 9:15 AM

Message from Peter & Arlene Braun

August 6, 2015 9:09 AM

Jill, we are so sorry to hear of Gord's passing. We have fond memories of our times together in our small group at East Side. Our thoughts and prayers are with you for you and your family. Gord was a great guy and will be truly missed.

Message from Maurice and Inez Proctor

August 6, 2015 8:58 AM

Jill and family: our condolences on the passing of your husband and father Gord. He was a fine gentleman and will be missed by many.

Message from Karen & Tim Cox

August 6, 2015 8:36 AM

Jill, Jamie, Kelly & families. We are so sorry for the loss of Gord. He will be fondly remembered by so many. May you find comfort from family, friends and your cherished memories at this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy.

Message from Dean Froese

August 6, 2015 8:05 AM

I was so surprised to hear of Gord's passing as I had run into him at the Moose Jaw Tim Horton's just a few weeks ago. Always enjoyed our visits when we did connect. He was a class act, in the class room and on the street. Sincere condolences.

Message from Steven

August 6, 2015 12:12 AM

Don't know what to say other than so sorry for the loss of Gordon who was my teacher in high school science class. He was a class act and my heart goes out to the family.

Steven

Message from Lenore Wentland

August 5, 2015 10:31 PM

Dear Jill and Family

So sorry for your loss! Sorry to miss the funeral service but will be away! Thinking if you all
Love and prayers.....Lenore

A candle was lit by Randy and Sheila Sommerfeld on August 5, 2015 10:24 PM

Message from Richard Frost

August 5, 2015 9:44 PM

Feeling the pain of your loss, know that he was our respected teacher and we remember him fondly.

Message from Tanya Scriven (Reimer)

August 5, 2015 9:41 PM

I was sadden to see the passing of Mr. C . He was a great teacher and all around person. My sympathies to Jill, Jamie and Kelly and families! XOXO

Message from Joan Walker

August 5, 2015 9:20 PM

Mr. Cavanagh was my high school science teacher 30+ years ago. I remember him well as a wonderful educator and a kind man. My condolences to his family at this difficult time.

Message from ED & Marie Lackner

August 5, 2015 8:37 PM

We are sorry to hear of passing of Gord. our prayers and thoughts go to you and your family. Bless all of you.

Message from Jackie Hanna

August 5, 2015 6:22 PM

I always enjoyed being in Mr. C's class. We celebrated our 30 year reunion this year so it's been a while since we were in class. My sympathies to the family. He was a wonderful person.

Message from Peter Kwan

August 5, 2015 5:58 PM

It has been thirty odd years since I had him as a teacher. He was one that always stood out. Science class was always fun and easy to learn with him at the front of the room. Always had that smile and was encouraging. My condolences to the Cavanagh family.

Message from Brent Grant

August 5, 2015 4:33 PM

i would like to leave my thoughts and prayers for family and friends, he was a great teacher when i knew him.

Message from Penny Giesbrecht

August 5, 2015 4:18 PM

Dear Jill, I was so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. He was my teacher in Grade 7, and I always liked him. My prayers are with you and your family.