Owen Clair Gordon
1963-2021
Peacefully on December 1, 2021 at
the age of 58, the life force known as Owen Gordon came to rest with
his soul mate Karen Gordon [nee Huschilt] and closest family by his
side. Predeceased by his beloved mother Marjorie Gordon (nee Trew),
Owen is survived by his father Alvin Gordon, brother Ainsley and his
wife Diane, and nephews Damian and Andrew. Known as beloved Uncle O,
he leaves behind a multi-generational family of precious aunts,
uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Born in Derby, England to Jamaican
parents who emigrated to Canada, Owen grew up in London, Ontario
teaching guitar as a teenager while developing his gift for math in
school. After earning his university degree as CA, Owen moved to
Toronto where he became a Chartered Professional Accountant. This
launched him on a diverse and rewarding career path starting in mining
and progressing to Pharma, BioTech and Life Sciences. After making his
executive mark as financial director at tech innovators like OpenText
and Axela. Subsequently, Owen thrived as an independent
consultant and advisor where he combined his talent for big picture
strategic thinking with the networking flair of a natural ambassador
and people person.
There was always so much more to
Owen than simply business. He lived for music and kept up his guitar
skills with an inside knowledge of musical artists, tracks and beats
to rival most DJs. His tastes moved from funk, soul, jazz, and reggae
to acid jazz, house, African music, and rock. Back in the day, Owen
was a regular at live music nights on Queen Street West like the
Beatnik Beats and Bump N’ Hustle. Equally versed in
politics, film and culture, Owen was often found deep in conversation
or introducing new connections through his mental Rolodex. Wherever he
went, he made lasting friendships and lit up the room with his
1000-watt smile, diamond sharp mind, and incredible sense of
humour.
Visitation will be held at
the Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas St., London, Ontario, on
Tuesday, November 7, 2021 from 5-8 p.m. & Wednesday, November
8, 2021 from 1-2 p.m. Service will be conducted in the Logan
Chapel on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.
If you wish to attend
the visitation and/or service for Owen, please call the Logan Funeral
Home (519) 433-6181 or email loganfuneralhome@execulink.com and
reference “Gordon” in the subject line. Include your name
and phone number for all members of your group and if attending
visitation (preferred time) &/or
service. *NOTE*: As
per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, COVID-19
protocols will be enforced and masks are mandatory.
The service for Owen
Gordon will be livestreamed. CLICK HERE
to register for the
livestream. (Please follow necessary
instructions)
In lieu of flowers, please remember
Owen and his lifelong passion for music with a charitable donation to
MusiCounts.ca
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Owen Clair Gordon 19632021..
Death notice for the town of: London, Province: Ontario
It was a pleasure to know and associate with Owen and I hope his path forward will be one of discovery and enlightenment. He will be deeply missed and I send my condolences to his family and friend for their loss of this lighthearted soul.
God speed Owen.