Gordon Patrick Withers

It is with profound sadness and completely broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend, Gordon Patrick Withers.
Predeceased by his parents, Patrick and Dorothy Withers, parents in law, Frank and Mary Dwyer, brothers, Kevin Withers, David Withers, and baby sister Carol Ann, brothers in law, Michael Dwyer (Catherine), Derm Dwyer, Frank Dwyer (Lorraine), sisters in law, Bernice Aylward (Lar) and Mary Dwyer.

Left with a lifetime of beautiful and cherished love and memories are his beloved family, his loving and devoted wife of 63 years Elizabeth, Son Craig and wife Danielle, Daughters, Carolynn and husband Terry Corbin, Lynn and husband Trevor Newhook, most cherished and loved Granddaughter, Amelia Willow, and furry friend Mia.

Also survived by brothers, Patrick (Anne), Terry (Annette), Robert (Toni), sisters, Liz Withers, Doss Greene (Ray), Joan Boland (Phonse), brothers in law, Vince Dwyer, Tommy Dwyer, sisters in law, Catherine Hender (Don), Geraldine Evans, Alice Durdle (Cyril), Marjorie Dwyer, Susan Pippy, life long family friends The Reddy family, as well as a large circle of many treasured nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors.

A special thank you to the Doctors and Nurses of 7 West, St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital, for your kindness and compassionate care during Dad’s brief stay. A very special thank you to Dr. Murphy and Dr. Morrison for your exceptional care and kindness to Dad, as well as to our family, during a very difficult time. Thank you.

Dad grew up in downtown St. John’s and graduated from St. Pat’s School. He continued his studies in Charter Accounting in Montreal, where he and Mom lived for several years, while Mom was employed as a Fashion Buyer for Ayre & Sons Ltd. They welcomed their children, Craig and Carolynn in Montreal, before returning home to St. John’s, where daughter Lynn was welcomed. Dad’s stay in Montreal is undoubtedly what led to us all becoming huge Montreal Canadians fans, which we remain to this day…except for his sons-in-law. Upon returning to St. John’s, Dad began a long and successful career with the Provincial Government, Department of the Auditor General. Dad loved having conversations with everyone, and he was always described as very kind, friendly and “a true gentleman.” Dad continued to work and dabble in Accounting after his retirement from the Provincial Government at age 55, setting up a home office, where he enjoyed spending time right up until his brief illness and hospitalization. He never ceased to amaze us with his determination and work ethic, and he was known for his expertise and pride of work, but most important to him, was his fairness and respect to all. Mom and Dad were inseparable, and up until Dad’s very recent brief illness, they enjoyed daily little adventures out and about town, with Dad continuing to drive with Mom as his co-pilot. Dad’s quick wit and ever-present sense of humor kept us, and others chuckling on a daily basis. There was always a funny little comment or a funny little joke, and then his beautiful, bright, contagious smile.

His Granddaughter, Amelia Willow, was the light of his life, and he loved her dearly.

Dad was our everything, and we are heartbroken. We will carry his love with us always and forever.

“When there is deep grief…there was great love.”
“To live in hearts we leave behind…is not to die.”

In keeping with wishes, a private Family service has been held.

Thank you to Carnell’s Funeral Home, Chloe Hennebury and Karlie Flight, for your beautiful and compassionate care. Thank You.

A special Thank You to long time family friend, Father Wayne Dohey, for your presence, your compassionate care and Dad’s beautiful service. We are forever grateful. Thank You.

We will lovingly carry our Father with us, in our hearts for the rest of our lives.

We love you Dad.