May 29, 1925-July 29, 2015
Passed away peacefully at the age of 90 years. He was born in Stratford, ON. Gordon was a machinist for the CP Rail after he completed high school. He later moved to the west coast and joined the RCN. He met and married the love of his life, Kathleen Hall (nee Walshe) in 1946. After many fulfilling years in the navy, serving in WWII and the Korean War, he left his final ship the “Crusader” with the rank of Chief Petty Officer.
He then returned to school to obtain his teaching degree. He began teaching in 1964 at Royal Oak. Through his teaching career he taught many subjects. He was the most amazing counsellor and mentor to staff and students alike. He coached the track and field teams at Mt. View and Mt. Doug for many years. He retired from Mt. Douglas High School in 1984. He then enjoyed his farm in Duncan BC.
He is predeceased by his two brothers; Victor Hall (Etta), William Hall (Betty) and his two beloved sons; Gregory and Christopher Hall. He leaves to cherish his wife Kathleen and his children; Therese Bullin (Stewart), Maura Bourdon (Gary), Andrea Hall, Kathleen Hall (Don), Anthony Hall (Julie) and Genny Williams (Gord). He leaves 15 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter.
Prayers will be held at McCall’s Funeral Chapel, at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, August 4, 2015.
Funeral Services will be held at McCall’s Funeral Chapel, Vancouver & Johnson Streets. at 1:00 pm on Wednesday August 5, 2015. Interment will follow at Royal Oak Burial Park.
We would like to thank all the staff at Broadmead Lodge Veterans Care Centre for the wonderful care given to Gordon over the years. A special thanks to the nursing staff and Doctors Vorster and Tourrney at VGH for their compassionate and excellent care of our father.
He lived a fulfilling life with humor, respect and kindness. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations supporting our veterans at the Broadmead Lodge Care Centre at www.broadmeadcare.com.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
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Doreen Paulsen and family
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Cora Thomson I have been visiting Gordon at the Lodge at Broadmead every week with my Therapy Dog. Gordon was always happy to see the dog and tell me about his childhood dog “Bones”. He always had a smile for us and was truly a Gentle Man.
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Dan Silverwood Unfortunate to learn that Mr. Hall has passed on.
Commiserations to family and extended family members on the loss.
Mr. Hall was a knowledgeable and sensitive man; one of the best humans I have ever met in my short life. There is no replacement for a unique person man such as this and I can only imagine the sense of loss and the void that remaining family members will have to overcome with time.
Mr. Hall assisted me in a variety of ways during the short time I attended Mt Doug.
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Sarah Clarke “Mr. Hall” (teachers didn’t have first names back then!) was my Law 11 teacher at Mt. View High . With his buoyant personality, sunny smile and infectuous enthusiasm, he was able to make his classes come alive. (Always remember his description of marriage: “It’s like wine – gets better with age!”) My sympathy to the family – your loved one was a wonderful mentor.
I was also touched to hear from a friend who is a care aide at Broadmead Lodge that Mr. Hall stayed himself right up to the end – unfailingly kind, courteous and gentle. A life well lived.
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Kathy Fletcher Mr Hall was a great teacher he will be missed by all
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Sandy McKee I worked with Gordie at Mt. Doug in the late 70’s and early 80’s. I was a very young teacher and Gordie was so kind and helpful. When he retired, I bought him some overalls and embroidered flowers and bees on them so that he would remember how much we would miss him. He once came to my aid when I was having trouble with a student. Eventually, I asked him what he said to the young man that would make such a difference to his behaviour in my class. He said, “I told him never to confuse kindness with weakness.” I love you, Gordie. May you rest in blissful peace.
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Teri Young “Mr. Hall” was my highschool counsellor at Mount Douglas from 1976-78. I can recall one time when he ended up teaching a group of bored teenagers in a Physical Education class Tai Chi — one of the most memorable PE classes I took. We really looked forward to that series of classes, and I still can remember some of the moves. He was so positive and kind with us all. He also gave me some great advice in the last term of highschool, when I really was ready to be done with school. He was creative in finding ways to ensure that my final term contained some useful courses and also that I got enough credits to graduate well. A genuinely kind man, it is so sad to hear this news, yet reading his obituary I can see that he lived a full life at all stages. Best wishes to the family.
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Gregory Hartnell God bless Gordon’s soul and may the Peace of Christ be with Mrs. Hall and all her family.
Gregory Paul Michael Hartnell
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david beach Gordon was a much respected teacher I had at Mt doug 1974
When I became a nurse I had the pleasure of looking after gordon at broadmead lodge and then again and vgh
My condolences go to the family
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Linda Joe I am one of the many students who was inspired by this wonderful man. As a teacher, he made subject content seem relevant to our lives and as a counselor he was compassionate and caring. He helped me through some difficult times. My condolences to the family – know that he lives on through the many hearts he touched in his lifetime.
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Gayle Olson My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you.
I have many fond memories of Uncle Gord and Auntie Kay.
May he rest in peace.Love your cousin Gayle Olson ( Red Deer.)
Our sympathies to the family and friends of Gordon. He was a good friend to us and guided us in so many ways. We enjoyed his humor. I have the apple pie recipe from Gordon and John to this day and it has been enjoyed by many. A man that solved so many problems for so many and will be truly missed. Rest in peace. Doreen