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TAYLOR: James Gordon (Gord) formerly of Ilderton

September 19, 2017 By Haskett Funeral Homes 45 Condolences

TAYLOR: James Gordon (Gord) formerly of Ilderton

Taylor, James Gordon (Gord).  Passed out of this life on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at Sprucedale Care Centre, Strathroy, formerly of Ilderton in his 73rd year.  Left to mourn Gord are his wife Joan, and his children Sara, Andrea, and Adam, along with his grandchildren.  He is also survived by his sisters Barbara Dodge, and Mary Zavitz. 

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Thursday from 4-7 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, September 22nd at 11 AM with Rev. Barbara Clark officiating.  Interment Telfer Cemetery, Middlesex Centre. 

Donations in Gord’s memory to the Ilderton United Church, or Sprucedale Care Centre would be appreciated by the family. 

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  1. Stewart Bowland

    December 13, 2023 at 9:16 PM

    Sorry for your loss Sara.

  2. Shirley Henderson Crampton

    September 24, 2017 at 3:35 PM

    Joan, Barb, Mary and family.
    We were so sorry to hear of Gord’s passing. I have so many wonderful memories of him and his family. Loved looking at the pictures. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

    Bob and Shirley Crampton

  3. Kevin Nixon

    September 21, 2017 at 6:11 PM

    Joan, Sara, Andrea and Adam,
    My thoughts are with you as you celebrate the life of your husband and father, a very kind and caring man. Gord, or Mr. Taylor, as my mother would have insisted I address him, has been and will continue to be missed in the 9th concession community.
    Kevin Nixon

  4. Carol and Frank Hardy

    September 21, 2017 at 5:46 PM

    Joan, and family,
    So sorry to hear of your loss. May your faith and the love of family and friends be of comfort to you n your sorrow. Holding you in prayer.
    Carol and Frank

  5. John & Colleen Bice

    September 21, 2017 at 1:52 PM

    Joan , we were sorry to learn of Gords’ passing and extend our sincere condolences to you and your family. May you experience God’s comfort and peace now and in the days ahead.

  6. Donna Leitch

    September 21, 2017 at 1:18 PM

    Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
    Gary & Donna Leitch

  7. Susan Bianchi

    September 21, 2017 at 11:55 AM

    Joan and Family, please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Gord. I met the both of you in Lakeland, Florida in 2006 and loved you both right from the start. Gord was a wonderful man. He will definitely be missed by all. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Susan Bianchi

  8. Don, Elyy, Wayne & Julie Urbshott

    September 21, 2017 at 11:46 AM

    Dear Joan and family:
    May time heal your sorrow
    May friends ease your pain
    May peace replace heartaches
    And may warmest memories remain.

  9. Harry and Elaine Hardy

    September 21, 2017 at 11:42 AM

    Our sincere sympathy, Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, Harry and Elaine Charlton Hardy

  10. Brenda & Greg Dayman

    September 21, 2017 at 11:17 AM

    Sara, Mike & family, sorry to see the passing of your Dad…thinking of you.

  11. Joan Robson

    September 21, 2017 at 5:42 AM

    We will not be able to attend the celebration of Gord’s life, but our thoughts are with you. Joan, you have been so caring…Gord was a lucky man.
    Joan and Ralph

  12. Ken and Charlene Carruthers

    September 20, 2017 at 9:25 PM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Our deepest sympathy.

  13. Elaine McNair

    September 20, 2017 at 9:15 PM

    Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Sincere sympathy. Elaine McNair and Family

  14. Linda Fleming

    September 20, 2017 at 6:38 PM

    Joan — So sorry for your loss. Good to know Gord is at peace now. It’s been a rough few years. Dad Fleming died at 72 as well. We’re praying for the family.

  15. Sherry (Scott) Paton

    September 20, 2017 at 6:36 PM

    Sara and family,
    I was so very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
    Sherry

  16. Ken Oliver

    September 20, 2017 at 6:14 PM

    Sincere condolences to Joan and family

  17. Murray & Nellie McKeen

    September 20, 2017 at 5:28 PM

    We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.

  18. Mary Ellen Pearson

    September 20, 2017 at 4:52 PM

    To Joan & Family
    We wish to offer our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will keep you in our thoughts.
    Marian & Doug Andrews

  19. Jane and Don Smith

    September 20, 2017 at 3:50 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to Joan and family…..we will continue praying as you grieve.

  20. Stan & Mary McKeen

    September 20, 2017 at 2:13 PM

    Very sorry to hear of Gord’s passing Joan. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

  21. Dale and Linda Froats

    September 20, 2017 at 2:12 PM

    Joan and family,
    Sending our sympathy. Peace be with you all as you celebrate Gord’s life and remember all the good times shared together. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

  22. MaryJohnston

    September 20, 2017 at 2:09 PM

    Joan, Our condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

    George and Mary Johnston

  23. Donna (Scott) Hawley

    September 20, 2017 at 12:42 PM

    Joan & family
    Sorry to hear of Gord’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  24. Carol Beatson

    September 20, 2017 at 11:46 AM

    Joan & family
    Sorry to hear about Gord’s passing. Our sympathy to you all at this sad time. He is in God’s caring hands now, take comfort in that.
    Carol & Lyle Beatson

  25. Kelly

    September 20, 2017 at 11:16 AM

    My deepest sympathies to Andrea and Sarah for your loss …my condolences to Gords family. ..R.I.P. sir

  26. Hilda Collins, & Doug & Linda Case

    September 20, 2017 at 11:12 AM

    Our deepest condolences to you Joan and your family. I will remember that great smile I used to get from Gord.

  27. Elizabeth Martin

    September 20, 2017 at 10:57 AM

    Dear Taylor & Hodgins family, please except the condolences of the Paisley Family. We have wonderful memories down through the hears. Thanks for sharing your pictures.
    Elizabeth & Dick
    Jim & Lynn
    Leanore & Nancy

  28. Sharon McCready

    September 20, 2017 at 10:48 AM

    Joan and family: Sorry to hear about your loss – keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!!
    Sharon & Bruce McCready xxoo

  29. Mark and Gale Fleming

    September 20, 2017 at 10:21 AM

    SO sorry Joan that Mark and I cannot be there at this time, but know that our prayers are with you.

  30. Diane MacMillan (scarborough)

    September 20, 2017 at 9:17 AM

    My deepest condolences Joan and family. Your memories together will give you peace. Thinking of you.

  31. Joanne Hatt

    September 20, 2017 at 8:47 AM

    So sorry to hear of Gord’s passing Joan. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
    Joanne and Al Hatt

  32. Doug Taylor

    September 20, 2017 at 6:37 AM

    So sorry to hear about the passing of Gordon. He was a good neighbor . Condolences to Joan and the family .

  33. Pam Bice

    September 19, 2017 at 11:41 PM

    I am so very sorry for your loss Joan. You have been such a wonderful caretaker to Gord. You and the kids are in my thoughts and prayers
    May you find some comfort knowing he is at peace now

  34. Dale and Mary Glezen

    September 19, 2017 at 11:29 PM

    Gord was such a special , kind, loving man. He will be missed…Joan and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. We think of you often

  35. Deirdre and Max

    September 19, 2017 at 10:13 PM

    Are thoughts are with you and the family

  36. Glenn and Sharleen Phillips

    September 19, 2017 at 9:32 PM

    Joan and Family sorry to hear of Gords passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Cherish the good times
    Glenn and Sharleen Phillips

  37. Kerry and Wayne Higman

    September 19, 2017 at 9:12 PM

    Sara, Tasia and Family …Sending our sincere sympathy to you and yours for your loss. Treasure your memories.

  38. Daniel Brunsveld

    September 19, 2017 at 8:18 PM

    Hello Joan and family,

    I won’t be able to attend the funeral or visitation but hope to pass on my condolences. I will miss seeing Gord and his face light up when he recognized people.

    Love ,
    Daniel Brunsveld

  39. Janet Lange

    September 19, 2017 at 7:06 PM

    Always hard to let our loved ones go. He will be missed.
    Thoughts and prayers to you Joan and your family.

  40. Jen Kime

    September 19, 2017 at 6:51 PM

    So sorry to hear of Gord’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one.

    Jen Kime and family

  41. Geoff n Shelly Edwards and family

    September 19, 2017 at 6:44 PM

    Sorry for your loss!!

  42. Shelly Seanor

    September 19, 2017 at 6:27 PM

    It was an honour to help look after Gord. He will be sadly missed.
    Dietary Department
    Sprucedale Care Centre

  43. Paula

    September 19, 2017 at 4:34 PM

    Sending my deepest condolences to Joan and remainder of family. He will be dearly missed, with heavy hearts. My days will have a void, as I will miss that smile, but I know he is in a beautiful place where he can watch over his family. Big hugs, to you, Joan

    Love,
    Paula Costa

  44. Bev & Hugh Palser

    September 19, 2017 at 4:32 PM

    Thinking of you & your family. Thank you for sharing these beautiful photos of Gord & his family. Wonderful memories !

  45. Donna & Ron Antle

    September 19, 2017 at 4:18 PM

    Our deepest condolences to you and your family Adam
    God Bless

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