<div itemprop="description">It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gordon “Gordie” McInnis Christie at the age of 61, after a short illness at the Lakeshore General hospital. He was a loving and devoted husband & best friend to Valerie Arsenault for 37 years.<br><br>Gord was born in Roxboro and was predeceased by his father Ian Christie, mother Elizabeth Irvine and sister Carole.<br><br>He leaves behind his brother Derek (Karen). He also leaves to mourn, his uncle Jim, his father-in-law Andre, brothers-in-law Richard (Sue) and Roger…as well as many nephews, nieces, grand nieces, cousins and other family and friends including Barbara who was like a sister to Gord for the last 40 yrs.<br><br>Gord loved watching Car Racing, listening to Music, had a soft spot for animals, enjoyed a good Scotch, and spending time in Belle Anse, Gaspe QC.<br><br>Gord loved working with his hands and as a contractor, he could MacGyver, fix & build almost anything. He was kind, loving and had a great sense of humor.<br><br><br>He was taken far too early, is deeply missed and will never be forgotten.<br><br><br>In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society<br><br><br>A visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Rideau Funeral Home,4275 Boul. Des Sources. A funeral service (which will be live streamed) will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM and a Reception to follow.</div>
