Mrs. Jackson,

Please accept my belated but sincere condolences on the death of your husband. I knew he was retired but I just learned of his passing when I reached out to the chaplain at Bethany where my husband is dying….in hopes of our receiving his blessing.

Both Fred and I worked with Rev. G. at Foothills Hospital. I was introduced to him when we were both serving on an Ethics Committee. I blurted out: ‘he married me!’ You can imagine the response, especially from him!

We were married June 29th, 1990 at the Anglican Church in Heritage Park and our small reception was held at the Palliser Hotel.

You may not remember us, but you may recall seeing the Queen walk the red carpet when she returned to the hotel after an evening engagement. My guests quipped that she must had been invited.

I hope my story brings a smile knowing I remember him with great admiration and fondness.

Yours truly,

Sandra Murray

To Esther and family

I have just learned now about the loss of your wonderful husband and father, Gordon. I have read quite a lot about him just from the obituary and from the condolences that friends and family have shared. Several people from Good Shepherd were at St. Martin's for the beautiful service and the reception afterward. I wish I had been with them but I didn't know of it. My prayers and condolences are with you all. May God be with you.

How precious life is when memories bring our loved ones to life so often. If Donald was still with us, he would give his heartfelt condolences along with mine to you, Esther and your family.

Our memories are few but we remember Gordon with a smile and have a laugh again for his abundances of life. I remember Gordon visiting Donald while a patient in the Foothills; Gordon had found a bottle of red wine named the Fat Bastard; Donald was quick to pounce on that as a combined gift from both of them to the then Bishop who they both disliked...The riotest laughter in Donald's room gave the Nurses chuckles as they had discovered was normal for his room. I know Donald had instant love for Gordon, I think they were both full of life & laughter and made everyone around them feel special.

Gordon will be missed!

Most fondly, Myrna (and Donald)

Our deepest condolences go out to you, dear Esther and family. We are so sorry for your loss. This will leave a large hole in your family. We cannot attend the funeral as I have just come home from the hospital after having very invasive surgery. We will be thinking and praying for you as you go through this difficult journey. May God give you His comfort and peace.

May Gordon rest in peace.

Love, hugs and blessings,

Phyllis & Ernie Haskewich

Our sincere condolences to Esther and family. Gordon provided services to so many families in a very meaningful way. We have many fond memories.

Doug & Sue Jacques

To the Gordon Jackson Family,

Amelia and I send our deepest condolences at this time of your loss. Unfortunately, Amelia and I are unable to attend the service in person but be assured our prayers are with you. It was such a pleasure years ago when Gordon took over the duties at St Clements in Balzac, I knew then that the parish was in good hands. Events over several years proved that my confidence in Gordon was well placed. Well done Gordon.

God bless all of you as you continue without Gordon's physical presence knowing that, even so, Gordon will not leave you desolate in your time of grief.

Sincerely,

Eric and Amelia Haffenden

Dear Esther and Family:

My deepest sympathy in Gordons' passing.

Gordon was a frisky, loveable and compassionate man.

We laughed and cried together.

Gordon was an excellent teacher and a good friend.

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Blessing and Love

Joy Gloin

Anglican volunteer

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As a former student of Rev. Gordon Jackson, I have unforgettable memories of the past. He was excellent Teacher and spiritual director and a role model for his students. My deepest condolences to Esther and the family. May his soul rest in peace.

Rafiq Masih

I enjoyed many conversations with Gordon over the years at various clergy gatherings and he spoke often of you, Esther, and your family, with great love. Peace and comfort be with you in the days ahead. Erin Phillips (a fellow chaplain)

My deepest sympathy to Esther and family…I worked with Gordon at Holy cross Hospital on the Palliative team .Gordon was a person of compassion,humour and political discussion which always occurred when visiting his office..such good memories…….Virginia Murray RN

Esther, Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family at this time. I have treasured Gordon's councelling and friendship over the last 47 years. God bless you all.

Lloyd

On behalf of Jim and Jan Castle and their daughters, Jocelyn and Jacqueline, we send our deepest condolences on the passing of Rev. Gordon. We attended St. George’s Anglican Church for many years where our daughters received their first communion. Years later he was kind enough to officiate the wedding of Jocelyn in 2004. Rev. Gordon was someone our family adored. He made Church on Sundays a place you wanted to go. Our daughters enjoyed how after Sunday school, he would bring all the kids to the front of the alter, would sit down on the steps and talk to them about life, the bible and tell stories. He was one of a kind. May he rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to Esther, Greg and to the rest of Gordon's family. Whenever Gordon came into my work, he always made my day. He always made me smile and for some reason, he never wanted to take his grocery receipt.

A lot of times Gordon would wait in my long line just to see me, and if he couldn't wait, he would go through another till but always stopped by to say Hi to me. Gordon always made me feel special with his friendly remarks. He will be dearly missed.

Esther and family: Gordon was one of six persons who became a teaching supervisor/certified clinical educator in either CAAPE/ACPE. He was a determined and highly compassionate man and professional. He and I shared a deep spiritual gratitude for indigenous/ First Nation peoples. I was so proud and honored by his character and spiritual walk with others.

Esther...I was sorry to hear of Gordon's passing. May he rest in peace. All the best to you and your family.Jocelyn Lockyer

Dear Esther, Greg, Laurence, Giovanna and Zach

Our sincere sympathy on the death of Gordon. He has his Easter now. He was integral in our spiritual walk and we will forever honour him with that and will miss him saying “you behave now” with a twinkle in his eye.

Love, Jan and Ken, Megan and Kyle

Esther and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be forever thankful for the spiritual direction Gordon provided me with over the years. He was an inspirational teacher whose encouragement to “Take Time be with with God” will remain with me forever.