FRANK (GORDON) FRENCH

The family sadly announces the passing of Gordon on January 1st, 2026. Gord was born in Toronto, Ontario on Sept. 28th, 1940, the youngest of 6 brothers & sisters. He is survived by his wife, Joy; son Perry (Holly); daughter Kara (Shane) Hubick; grandchildren, Caitlin (Chase) Mayor, Taylor & Matthew Leckman, Kira (Connely) Chilton and Nicholas French; great-grandchildren, River & Juniper Mayor.

After graduating from Ryerson Institute of Technology in Architecture in 1962, he accepted a position in Winnipeg at Smith, Carter, Searle Architects, thus beginning a long career in the drafting, building, and construction business. He went on to spend over 30 years at Plasti-Fab Product Solutions, retiring from the company in 2006.

Shortly after arriving in Winnipeg, Gordon met his wife Joy and in 1964 they married, quit their jobs, and embarked on a 3-month adventure, sailing to England, visiting the Scandinavian countries and then travelling Europe via Eurail-Pass.

Gord’s hobbies were fish aquariums & collecting Lionel trains. Gord coached soccer and was involved in Scouts Canada. He loved gardening, watching all sports, Nascar, playing Bridge, Bar-B-Quing, seafood & travelling... He was always happy and willing to lend a helping hand. He was the patriarch of our family and will be greatly missed.

Gordon was cremated and there will be a Private Family Celebration of Life held on January 25th.

If desired, if you wish to make a donation on his behalf, Gord devotedly supported the CNIB Guide Dogs Charity for many years.

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