Donna (Rider) Gourlay

Died: December 26, 2016 | Place: University Hospital

Obituary

GOURLAY, Donna…….

Peacefully at University Hospital, London on Monday, December 26, 2016, Donna (Rider) Gourlay of London. Beloved wife of the late Don Gourlay (2012). Proud mother of Michael of Toronto, John (Cathy) of Thorndale, Peter (Barbara) of Chatham, Paul (Barbara) of Yellowknife, NWT, Jeffrey (Deborah) of London, and Steven of London. Cherished Nana of Carl (Melissa), Reid, Eric (Heidi), Fraser (Alexa), Andrew (Marielle), Laura (Josh), Christina, Freyja (Jim), Ben, Joyce and Julie. Great-Nana of Katelyn, Gus, Hayley, Caleb and Matéa. Dear sister-in-law of Mary Yates and Jean Gourlay. Loving cousin of Patricia Hatch and Jane Thompson. Survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Donna and Don loved to square, round and ballroom dance. They were both executive members of several dance clubs throughout 40 years of dancing. She was an active member at Centennial United Church and Wesley-Knox United Church. Donna was involved in the Home & School Association. She enjoyed family gatherings and special occasions with her family. Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, December 29, 2016, from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The service will be conducted at Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street, London, on Friday, December 30, 2016 at 11 am, with Reverend Tracy Crick-Butler officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London.  As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to The Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada, 350-1101 Kingston Road, Pickering, ON L1V 1B5 or London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London, ON N5V 3K5 or Heart & Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

14s Comments

  1. Geraldine Brandt December 27, 2016 at 3:24 pm

    I am so sorry for you loss

  2. Pamela Cameron-Teixeira December 27, 2016 at 3:46 pm

    Our condolences to your family. Xoxo
    Pamela and Louie Teixeira

  3. Ron Seager December 27, 2016 at 5:37 pm

    Sincerest condolences Jeff,Debbie. and family.

  4. PAul D Smith CPO (ret) December 27, 2016 at 5:37 pm

    Jeff, Deborah and Family Please accept my condolences at this time. May you take comfort knowing we share in your loss and strength from our prayers.

  5. Gary Lidstone December 28, 2016 at 8:55 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult hour of loss.

  6. Kathie & Daniel Adam December 28, 2016 at 4:08 pm

    Paul and Barb, Sorry to hear of the passing of Paul’s mother. We didn’t know your mother Paul, but we certainly know how the loss of a parent can cause much heartache.
    In this time of heartache may it comfort you to know that others are sharing in your sorrow and remembering you in prayer.

    Kathie & Daniel

  7. Mike and Marianne Hoare December 28, 2016 at 4:14 pm

    Deepest sympathy Jeff and Debbie. We have fond memories spanning decades
    of Donna and Don. Was always a pleasure to see and talk with her. Take care,
    Mike and Marianne

  8. Les and Chris Yates December 28, 2016 at 4:23 pm

    It is with sadness that we received the news of Aunt Donna’s passing. I have a clear recollections of her as a warm, kind, loving mother and aunt. We pass on our sincere condolences to all her children and their families.

  9. Frank & Kala Vengels December 28, 2016 at 6:36 pm

    Sending our condolences on your loss. By all accounts, your mother was an amazing woman, a loving mother and a compassionate friend. We hold all of you in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Love and hugs from us to you.

  10. Bob and Betty Beck December 29, 2016 at 7:46 am

    Our condolences to Donna’s family. We knew Donna and Don through their connection to the Western Ontario (Round Dance) Weekend (WOW) when Donna was the Registrar. A very lovely lady.

  11. Anne Marie December 30, 2016 at 9:26 am

    Steven, we were all very sorry to hear about the death of your mother. May her memory live in your heart. Sending love and prayers to you and your family.
    Love from Anne Marie, Mark,Calvin, Amber, Noelle, Madison, Tanner &Kennedy

  12. Randy Herald December 30, 2016 at 1:48 pm

    My sincere condolences to the Gourlay family. Michael, I am thinking of you.

  13. John White January 2, 2017 at 8:53 am

    Michael,

    I am thinking of you at the time. Cherish the greater part: your memories and her love are always with you.

    John

  14. Chris January 9, 2017 at 9:41 am

    Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing away of Donna. Even though we didn’t know Donna ,we wanted to share a positive scripture.
    Revelation 21:4″ He (God) will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more.”
    We hope this can comfort you.
    Chris & Laura

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