We Remember
PHILLIPS, Gordon Robert
September 13, 2024 — September 13, 2024
By Gord’s side while holding his hands, his best friend and loving wife of 24 years, Brenda Phillips and Mom-in-law Gayle Macaulay, Gord passed away peacefully at 53 years young after a short, courageous struggle with cancer, always keeping an upbeat and accepting attitude.
Survived by brother-in-law Brad Macaulay (Cindy) and family of Kelowna; parents Bob and Mary Ann Phillips of Mission, BC; brother Bobby Phillips and partner (Patti) of Princeton, BC; sister Colleen Phillips and family of Williams Lake, BC and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews across Canada, as well as extended family also including friends and co-workers.
Gord was raised in the Likely, BC area where he developed a love of fishing and became an avid fisherman. He spent many hours fishing Quesnel Lake, Quesnel River, Shannon Lake and Woods Lake, but was happiest fishing off the wharf at Campbell River and on the ocean at Quadra Island, his and Brenda’s romantic getaway.
Gord and Brenda shared a love-bird marriage of almost 25 years. They enjoyed the outdoors, going on many road trips, taking pictures and hunting for Hot Wheels. They enjoyed spending time together. “Everything I do, I do for you,” was their wedding song and that’s what they lived by. Gord was well loved and will be missed.
There will be no service at his request. You may wish to remember Gord with a donation in his memory to the Central Okanagan Hospice House, Kelowna, BC.
When others wonder why Gord’s missing,
we will tell them, “He’s gone fishin’.”
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Brenda, no words can express my deep felt sympathy for you and the entire family. God couldn’t have picked a better partner for your husband as you are full of love, compassion and caring. With these traits you touched my Mother’s life as well. Wishing you Peace in the days ahead. Ellie
Our deepest condolences Brenda, to you and your family .
Gord will never be forgotten and will be forever in our hearts
He will always be with you Brenda, you will always have your ” love bird ” with you, in
Spirit, in your heart ❤️ and the memories of your sweet life together.
He was taken way too soon , but will never be forgotten…..he was my best guy friend and I will miss him terribly, even though we didn’t see a whole lot of each other. But when I needed a friend, you were both there for me
He used to call me his ” little French maid ” , always making me smile …..
I will always think of the fun times we shared…..his kind words, and his beautiful smile, his laughter …
Like how many girls can say he helped sinch up her girdles on her wedding day ?
Decorated his car and got her to the ” park ” on time on a scorching hot summer day , to marry her knight in shining armour ?
Me…. I can say that !!!
Rest in Peace my dear friend,
I know you will have a lot of bountiful fishing up there in Heaven.
We will miss you, until we meet again one day
Our love ❤️ Rick &’Monique
I am so sorry for your loss. Remember all the good times and know he is still with you. Looks for his signs you will find him with you always.
I will always remember the marbles story! Made me laugh so hard. You had a marriage enviable to many people and an example to all of what a true loving relationship is. R.I.P Gord and we will do our best to help Brenda in your absence
So sorry to learn of Gord’s passing, Brenda. I fondly remember the hours we spent in the HW aisles of Walmart and Superstore, and over coffee, solving the problems of the world. A great guy. Greg Sanger
Gayle, Brenda family and friends
Our caring thoughts go out to all of you..been a tough journey to travel…will look you up next time we are up your way…hugs to all….your Sun Village friends, Carl and Shirley
We are so very sorry. We know the kindred, special love you shared with one another.
Time will help but forever you will carry Gord with you in your heart. All our love.
Peter and Corinne
Although I didn’t get a chance to meet you Brenda, I’m so sorry for the loss of your beloved. I knew Gordy all through our school years in Likely, but We became good friends in our teens. He was always kind, fun and respectful. In sharing some of our tough times, growing up in such a small community, I saw an understanding and sweet side of him that not many were lucky enough to experience in those days. I will always hold those memories close.
We know that Gord was the love of your life and he has always been there for you – loving you, admiring your achievements, cheering you on and enjoying your creativity. May all his goodness, plus memories of your amazing shared life and the love of God, family and friends sustain you now in your grief. Much love, Auntie Lynn and Uncle Roger
So sad to hear of Gord’s death. Our hearts grieve along with friends and family. There is comfort and hope in what Revelation 21:4 says “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.” Also John 5:28 “Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth;” What a happy time that will be when death will be replaced with resurrections and Gord will live again. Although these thoughts do not take away the grief at present; may Gods Word be a source of comfort for you and your family.