Death notice and memorial service Major-General C. Gordon Kitchen, CD (Ret
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The Regiment was saddened to learn of the death of Major-General C. Gordon
Kitchen (Retired) on March 9, 2008. Gord served in the Strathconas as a
junior officer, was a squadron commander in the Fort Garry Horse and
commanded the Royal Canadian Dragoons.
His family wish to announce that a celebration of Gord's life will be held
in Kingston on Saturday, 10 May, commencing with a memorial service at 1100
in the Trinity Chapel of Canadian Forces Base Kingston. A reception will
follow at the Fort Frontenac Officers Mess. All old friends are cordially
invited to attend.
The Trinity Chapel is located on Lundy's Lane at Batoche Avenue. The Fort
Frontenac Officers Mess is located at Place D'Armes and Ontario Street.
Please note that parking is available inside the Fort itself.
Obituary
Kitchen, C. Gordon; Major-General (Retired)
At the Kingston General Hospital on March 9, 2008 at the age of 77.
Cherished husband of Joan (nee Honderich) for 55 years. Much loved father
of: David (Kellie), Robert (Donna), John (Nancy), & Heather (Rick). Dear
brother of Dorothy Poynter and the late Harold Kitchen. Doting Grandad to:
Matthew, Andrew, Kathryn, Lyndsay, Zoe, Gregory, Christopher, Stephen, Emma,
Jessica, James, Nicholas, Sophie & Harriet.
Gord enjoyed a remarkably rich life. A proud soldier, diplomat, sportsman,
and author; his accomplishments were many, yet he valued most his countless
friendships made. He was undoubtedly happiest up at Aylen Lake; canoeing
through the early morning mist, puttering through his daily task list,
mentoring aspiring young fishermen, and presiding over raucous family
dinners.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society
through:
www.paynefuneralhome.com 613-386-7373.