I met Gordon in the Alberta Press Gallery in 1977 soon after I started working for the (Calgary) Albertan. As others have said, he was a real gentleman. But also an amazing worker. By the time I and most other reporters had arrived each day, at a civilized 9 a.m. or so, he'd have grabbed Premier Lougheed on the Legislature's front steps for a quick interview and have filed a story for the Herald, then an afternoon paper.

I am so saddened that he has left us, while impressed that he kept up his reporting until the final deadline. "-30-" (which used to indicate to editors the end of a story) on a good life.

I am so sorry to hear of Gordon's passing. I met Gordon in 1987 when I joined the Calgary Herald newsroom fresh out of university as an editorial assistant. It was an exciting and intimidating environment with deadline pressures and the thumping and whirring of the massive presses elevating the atmosphere, but Gordon was a calm in the storm and the consummate gentleman journalist. He was generous with his time and gave me sage advice, but only if asked. I'm certain he will be greatly missed.

Shannon Potter (nee Hall)

It was a beautiful tribute and a lovely service.

Our heartfelt condolences to all the family.

This was such a lovely service. I enjoyed getting to know Gordon's incredible family. He was such a lucky man. You were all fortunate to have had him in your lives. Peace to all of you. Carolyn Davis

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Sincere condolences to Gordon’s family. I worked consistently with Gordon over a span of 20 years. I will always remember taking Gordon on a ‘ride along’ to an energy installation in Edmonton. It was -40. I called him in the morning to ask if he wanted to postpone. His response (paraphrased): “Not a chance! If these guys can keep it going out there, I want to see it. It’s part of the story!” Gordon was an incredible gentleman who embodied the spirit of curiosity and a passion for ‘storytelling’.

We are so sorry for your loss. May you and your family find peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love from Laura and Victoria

Our condolences on the loss of Gordon. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time. Heather and Jeff Stein

When I first started giving interviews regarding oil and natural gas issues in the 1980s, Gordon was kind, caring, and helpful during these interviews which improved my confidence regarding interviews. All the best to his family.

Sending you condolences and love from another legend’s family to yours. I’m sure our father John, is up there having beer with Gordon and sharing all the classic stories of when they were colleagues. It’s a comfort knowing he is in such great company.

A great journalist, Gord was a generous colleague with time for rookies like me those years ago. I learned so much from his style and approach. Sad he’s gone

Gordon was one of the true giants of Canadian journalism with not only a razor-sharp mind and a deep passion for the truth, but had a wonderful fellowship with the colleagues he respected. What a loss !!

My deepest condolences to Beverly and family. I will always remember Gordon as a mentor and wonderful colleague. Working with him at the Alberta legislature was such a great pleasure. It was wonderful work during a great era whuch I can never forget.

Deb and Family

Sorry for the loss of Gord. We had a great time back in the Oilweek days.

Two things I will always remember about Gord:

How much joy he got out of the buffet at the Petroleum Club. He used to layer the prime rib on his plate and the pile the sides on top. Then he would sit down, look at his plate, grin from ear-to-ear, and say, “that’s the good stuff.”

The other thing I will always remember about him was that he was a master craftsman. He took all the news writing tools—short sentences, active voice, show, don’t tell, and distilled then into his own unique style. He used action verbs to move readers through his stories. And he interweaved the human element into what could be often dry technical content. He was a great storyteller.

It was an absolute pleasure to be a small piece of his world.

Gord was a wonderful colleague, a terrific person. I am so sorry for your loss.

Beverley, Jacob, Rebecca, Sara, Deborah and Families—I am so very sorry for your loss. It is a very difficult time for all of you. It is never easy to lose a husband, father and grandfather. Kay Maynes

Dear Bev and family, our sincere condolences to all of you. Gordon was a truly genuine person, one whom you could place your confidence in.

Deepest condolences to Gordon’s family on your loss. I had the privilege to work with Gordon at the Edmonton Journal. Not only did readers benefit from his insightful coverage, he was also an invaluable resource to every writer and editor who asked for help in understanding the energy industry. A true giant of journalism and a fascinating and delightful person. He will be missed.

A brilliant journalist. Together with Bev he left a wonderful family.

Gordon has been a great friend over many, many years. We have shared all too many coffees and the stories which go along with them. A humble man, in his professional world of journalism, he set the bar high and was always fully researching every story he wrote, especially at the National Energy Board's library and the Glenbow Museum Archives. His passion for history was unmatched as he always knew the background to almost everything we discussed. He was more than just a credit to journalism, in many ways he defined it.

Our sincere condolences go to Bev and all his family. He will be sadly missed by all of us, professionally and personally. It has been a privilege to have known Gordon for over 30 years and to call him a great friend.

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Ross & Pam Hicks

Calgary

I worked with Gordon at Natural Gas Intelligence for more than 20 years. He was always so professional -- and prolific! You could ask Gordon anything about Canada's oil and gas industry, and he would quickly reply, with an indepth and often clever answer. All of the editorial team is going to miss interacting with him. May his memory be a blessing.