It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Marjorie Gordon (née Texeira) on January 3, 2024.
Survived and loved by her devoted husband Colin and four children Zoë Restorick, Marcel Gordon (Gloria Cappelli), Alex Gordon (Sophia Goygon), and Valerie Phillips (Duane Schippers). Marjorie (aka Gran) will be fondly missed by her grandchildren Benjamin, Brennan, Quincy, Liam, and Emily. She will be missed and remembered by her nieces and nephews John, Joan, Annabella, and Jim. She is predeceased by her parents Rose and Valerian Texeira as well as her siblings Terrence, Louis, Doris, and Pat.
Marjorie was born and raised in Kolar Gold Fields, India. She studied and worked as a teacher in New Delhi before making the decision to immigrate to Canada. In doing this, she provided a better life for her children and grandchildren while supporting other members of the family who also settled in Canada.
Marjorie was happiest with either a baby or dog in her lap. She loved gardening and watching birds in her garden but most of all, she loved her family. Her greatest joy was becoming the proud grandmother to five wonderful grandchildren. Marjorie lived a life dedicated to the service of others. She touched the lives of countless children through her work as a daycare supervisor, as a volunteer with the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa, through her work with the Ottawa Catholic School Board as well as a community sponsor of refugees through her work with the Church. She leaves behind a legacy of love and service and will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.
The family is so grateful for the wonderful and amazing care provided by the staff at the Garry J. Armstrong long-term care home for the past eight years.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 20th, 2024, starting at 11 am followed by a ceremony at 1 pm and burial, reception to follow at the Beechwood reception hall. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Children’s Aid Foundation of Ottawa at https://cafott.ca/.
Digital Guestbook
Arman Chak
Alicia Mayer
Rest in eternal peace dear friend.
Nadine Lacelle
My deepest sympathies to the family. May she rest in peace.
Robin Deans
Dear Colin and family, so sorry to hear of Marjorie‘s passing. Brings back some great memories of Ottawa from 20 and 30 years ago. Miss all of you. Too bad we don’t have any pictures from that time. God bless all of you with love from our family robin
Jodi O'Neill
Marjorie was instrumental in helping me getting my son in daycare over 35 years ago...kind, loving and compassionate woman, mother and mentor. Deepest condolences to the family and my dear friend Zoe. May she rest in eternal peace.
Irene Nagle
I had the opportunity to work with Mrs Gordon at the Daycare Centre while attending High School. She was a lovely person. My condolences to her family.
Donovan Williams
Wishing the family my deepest condolences.
Anita Higenell
Sincerest condolences
Kaz & Greg Miller
Our deepest condolences to the family. May she rest in peace.
Marilyn Sheen
I worked alongside Marjorie as a daycare supervisor many years ago. I remember her fondly as being very supportive, always ready with a kind, listening ear.
My deeply condolences to her family.
I was fortunate enough to work with one of her daughters who is following her path in helping people with important issues of human rights. Ms. Gordon’s life an example for all of us to follow.