Surrounded by family Gordon Willard Evoy passed peacefully on August 4th, 2022 at the age of 75. Loving husband, best friend and dancing partner for 50 years to Laurie Evoy. Cherished and adored father of Bradley (Lori) and Tricia (Keith). Son of the late Donald and late Corrine Evoy and son-in-law to Keith and the late Lola Cook. Brother to David Evoy (Natalia), the late Paul Evoy (Suzanne), Elson Evoy (Kate), the late Patrick Evoy (Darlene) and brother-in-law to Allen and Pam Cook and the late Lisa Cook. Loving grandfather to Hailey and Marshall Evoy and Nelson MacKay. Uncle and great uncle to many nieces and nephews and beloved cousin to many.
Gordon worked at Algoma Steel for many years before his retirement where he had made many lifelong friendships. After retirement Gordon spent a great deal of his time working in the garden. He loved music all his life, and played a variety of instruments, but his passion was playing the piano. Gordon was a dedicated organist of the Bar River United Church for most of his lifetime. He had a wicked sense of humour that was highly entertaining to all who knew him, yet he also had a caring and compassionate heart, and would offer kind words to others and lifted the spirits of many who needed it.
A Celebration of Life will take place at the Bar River Hall (14 Lapish Rd, Echo Bay) on Wednesday, August 10th from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations (made payable by cheque or online) to Heart & Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. East 705-759-2522) Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Evoy family.