Mr. John Gordon Coutts

Gord will be greatly missed by his wife of 59 years Mavis, who he lovingly called Mame. His son Mike, daughter Brenda (Ray), his granddaughters Keri, Stacey, Kristin (their mother Pat) and great grandchildren Ashleigh, Alexis, Lincoln, Rachel and Ian.

He was predeceased by his parents Gordon Milne Coutts and Margaret (Blanche) Elizabeth Coutts.

Gord was born on January 17, 1933 in Selkirk, Manitoba.

He had many careers over his lifetime. Retiring from the Manitoba Department of Health after approximately 24 years. Gord was very proud of his long military career and the long term friendships he developed during his service. Gord joined the Fort Garry Horse when he was 14 and then later transferred to the Lord Strathcona’s Horse. In 1953 he was deployed to the Korean War. On his return from Korea, he returned to the Fort Garry Horse and then joined the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders. He achieved the rank of Major during his military career and after his retirement from the military he stayed active on advisory boards for both the FGH and the QOCH.

Gord loved being surrounded by family and friends and was always there to provide guidance, assistance and support. We will all miss his long stories about his adventures and his sense of humor.

In keeping with his wishes a funeral will not be held. A private interment will follow at a later date.

Family and friends are welcome to make a donation to the Manitoba Lung