Gordon Stanley Harsch Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Gordon Stanley Harsch

November 06, 1942 - September 17, 2020

Obituary For Gordon Stanley Harsch

Gordon Stanley Harsch, resident of Clairmont, AB, formerly of DeBolt, AB, passed away Thursday, September 17, 2020 at the QEII Hospital in Grande Prairie, AB, at the age of 77 years.

Gord was born in Drumheller, AB and raised in Craigmyle, AB until the age of 13 when they moved to Port Alberni, BC. He went to school, and then got a job at Somass Sawmill. He also got his heavy-duty mechanics papers.

He met Carol Dievert and they were married September 18, 1964 in DeBolt. The family moved to DeBolt to farm with Gord’s father in-law. He farmed for 18 years, then worked for Moore Seed until his retirement at the age of 63. After retirement, he continued to help his friend, Allen Perkins, with seeding and harvest.

Gord loved to read. He also enjoyed puzzles, watching the Blue Jays and the Oilers, playing games, hunting, fishing, gambling at the casino, curling, playing pool at the seniors’ club in DeBolt, telling jokes, going for drives, and visiting friends in DeBolt. He loved going camping with his grandkids. He was a pretty happy guy.

He will be sadly missed by his wife of 56 years less a day, Carol Francis Dievert; children: Lisa Carol Harsch (born August 20, 1965) and Ryan Gordon (Jill) Harsch (born June 14, 1972); grandchildren: Joshua Ryan Rieger, Evan Arthur Gordon Mowbray, Darrelle Pauline Harsch, and Reece Brian Gordon Harsch; brother Donald (Sharon) Harsch of Fort St. John, BC; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Gord was predeceased by his parents Arthur and Elsie Harsch, and parents in-law Art and Frankie Dievert.

A Private Graveside Service will be held at DeBolt Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke of Alberta (144, 5241 Calgary Trail NW, Edmonton, AB, T6H 5G8) or to Diabetes Canada (#220, 6223 2 St. SE, Calgary, AB, T2H 1J5).

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June 24, 2021

Newman Raymond & Barbara

May you feel the warm embrace of loving memories and hear happy echoes of the good times you shared together. We so enjoyed our times together - all the good times and laughter. Gordon will be fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him. When those we love become a memory that memory becomes a treasure. Sending our deepest condolences to all of Gordonâ??s loved ones. Ray and Barb
June 24, 2021

Passmore Jim and Linda

Heartfelt condolences to Carol and Family and Sharon, Don and family. We were very sad to hear the passing of Gordon and know that you are in our thoughts. We are thankful that we were able to visit at Kim and Dean's wedding with both Carol and Gordon. Take good care. Sending lots of love and hugs from Jim and Linda Passmore.
June 24, 2021

Dafoe Debbie

My condolences to you and your family carol.he will be missed.thinking of you at this time and always be brave be strong.but cry it helps .love Debbie And cindy and family
June 24, 2021

(Knox) Sagan Heather

Carol and family, my sincere condolences to you and your family on Gordonâ??s passing. Heather Sagan
June 24, 2021

Lenes Beverly

Carol so sorry to hear about Gord. He will be remembered for his happy good nature. Those great memories will keep him close. Condolences for you and your family.
June 24, 2021

Dievert Todd

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Uncle Gord was always a kind, compassionate man who was so deeply committed to his family. We always admired what an incredible family man he was. Our hearts go out to Carol and the family. Sending our thoughts, prayers and condolences. - Todd, Natalie & Family

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