Condolences
Deepest and most heartfelt Sympathy to all the Gordon Jones family.
I am very grateful to have known both Gordon and Sylvia and will always enjoy many lovely memories made when our families met and spent time together at beautiful Kapulanikai, Maui.
Sincerely,
Brigitte Calkhoven and family
(Cason Vacations)
My deepest sympathies Margaret, Janet, Jennifer, Andy and your families on the passing of your father, father-in-law, grandfather, great grandfatherI have fond memories of this kind, quiet and sincere man, may he rest in peace now with your dear mom and his loved ones in heaven.
Love,
Phyllis Coulter
Dear Margaret, Dale and family: our condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather. Pat and Joe Strathern
It is with great sorrow that we read of Gordon's passing. We remember him as a modest man but clearly well educated and highly intelligent, whose qualities came through engaging conversations with him rather than boasting. He was self-effacing. We enjoyed having Gordon and Sylvia over to our house, especially at Christmas time, with Sylvia getting everybody playing the bells, and Gordon singing with gust. Their home on Crescent Road was always open to friends with a warm welcome. He will be missed but fondly remembered. Our condolences to his family.
Barbara and Doug
We will miss visiting with Gordon at his care residence and listening to his stories. His command of the English language is to be admired. We always left some chocolate for him to enjoy. Our sympathy to Margaret, Janet and Jennifer and their families. Don and Marg Weber
My condolences to the Jones family. Gordon was great geoscientist making many impacts on the geology of Canada and also formed Alconsult, a company which I worked with a number of projects. Gordon will be missed but his legacy will remain forever. My prayers and thought are with you during this time of mourning. Bob Mummery
Mr. Jones had a funny sense of humour and you never knew if he was listening. And then the information he could give you. He drove me home, when I was living in Edmonton, from Janet's and Doug's place in Seeba Beach. We started talking about the arctic for some reason. He told me about finding rock cairns with notes inside them. They would copy the note, put it back, and send the original to the national museum in Ottawa. I have always wondered if they found one from the Franklin's crew that is languishing in the museum.
One day I asked him to tell me about the way that Hawaii had cone into creation. I didn't know it at the time that this was a major study of his. He was blind and hard to hear but he spoke with such detail about the underwater 'energy' that created the volcanic activity that forced those islands into existence. I do not do give this discussion justice.
He always had a good laugh with me, He liked to talk about the cat club Margaret, Janet, Alison and I had in the basement. Hearing the meowing.
He was always a little embarrassed when I gave him a hug,
My first dig was at the Lac Des Arc cabin, digging the pit for the septic tank. It took us so long we were digging in the dark. At the cabin we were always starving and we would beg him for this cake that came in a can, like soup. It was so delicious.
I remember walking past a long row of shelves, staked with newspapers, in the basement of their house on Crescent Road, I found one that had a front page photo of the Kon-Tikki expedition. (1947) There was also a small set of drawers with various things sorted inside them. One was labeled "Strings, too short for any use"
No one can beat this family. Second family to us. The Greene family.
Howard Hume
Friday, April 10, 2020
Farewell to a good friend and mentor. Gordon was the first person I met when arriving in Calgary as a stranger from the South Pacific in1977. No openings at the newly formed Petro-Canada at that time but he said keep in touch and welcomed me when I was recruited a year later. We also worked together at Alconsult International Inc years later.
We shared a love of good books and travel to exotic places after retirement. It was always a joy to hear of Gordon and Sylvia's adventures in far off places after meticulous planning and the overcoming of difficulties that would have totally floored lesser mortals.
He was a great family man and it is a great pity that we will not be able to honour him with a suitable service that his many family and friends would like to have given him at this time of social isolation.
May he rest in peace after a long life well lived
My sincere condolences to all of Gordon's family! He will hold special memories in each of your hearts! Much love to all!
Joanne Kokoroyannis
Goodbye Dr Jones, Your adventurous spirit and wonderful stories will never be forgotten. Maureen and Guy
In 1996 I took a trip to Calgary with my Mom and Aunt Donna for a reunion in Banff. My Mom had a reaction to prednisone and therefore we had to take her to the hospital in Calgary. My Aunt and I were able to stay at Gordon and Sylvia’s place while caring for my Mom. I stayed on a bit longer and Gordon and Sylvia were so good to me. He took me up to Jasper and being a geologist told me all about the glaciers and the beautiful tourquoise lakes and how it all happens. Such a great time getting to know the Jones family and other cousins. So sorry for your loss. Hugs to each of you. Daughter of Margaret Harris Beckett. Gordon’s first cousin.
We are saddened to read that our long time neighbour and friend, Gordon, has passed away.
After a life of so many remarkable achievements and accomplishments he leaves us with many splendid memories. His life was exemplary. A loving and caring husband, father, friend always willing and ready to support and suggest if help was needed.
Your memory Gordon will be with us.
Our condolences to you Margaret (Dale), Janet (Doug), Jenifer (Darryl), Andrew (Cindy) and all the grandchildren. Know that we care and grieve with you all.
May you rest in peace Gordon,
Elvyra, Harvey and Veronika Krausas
So sorry to read about the passing of your Dad. I will always remember his witty quips and our vacation to Hawaii. He did lead a full life.
Norm and Val Olsen
To Janet, Margaret, Jenny and Andy (and the entire family), I am so sad to hear about your Dad this week. I always enjoyed listening to your Dad talk especially about his travels around the world. Your family was always so welcoming to me when we were young. I remember going to Lac Des Arc with you and your Dad dropping of boats in different bodies of water so we could paddle around for hours. It's a sad day when you lose a parent. May you always remember him with smiles on your faces. I look forward to hearing lots of 'Dad' stories in the years to come. With love, Cathy & Calvin Kokot
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