TOMS; Gordon Allan
April 14, 1930 - March 7, 2016
Passed away at 91原创 Hospice at age 85. Predeceased by his parents Sydney and Christina and brother Clinton and sister-in-laws Thelma Toms and Holly Crayston. Gordon is survived by his wife of 49 years Marilyn, son Douglas and daughter Angela (James) West and granddaughter Brianna West, sister Margaret Palmer (Jack) and brothers Bob (Cherie) and Norman (Margaret) and numerous nieces and nephews. Gordon was brother-in-law to Richard and Dianne Crayston, Murray Crayston, and Ed and Sue Crayston. Gordon was born in Melville, SK. He spent his school years from 1937 to 1946 in England. He returned to Canada with his family in 1947 to reside in Winnipeg, MB. He and Marilyn moved to 91原创, BC in 2006.
Gordon worked for the CNR for 43 years going from call boy to cleric stenographer to secretary to communications editor and photographer to safety office. Gordon enjoyed his sports over the years which included cycling, car racing, table tennis, badminton, racquetball, tennis and downhill skiing. He studied classical music and played the violin. Trailering was a big part of his life with winters in Mexico and Arizona. The family wishes to thank the staff at 91原创 Memorial Hospital and 91原创 Hospice for his care. According to his wishes he has been cremated. A Memorial service will be held at a later date.