February 26, 1952-March 3, 2018
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Woodcroft, Gordon James (1952-2018) It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Gordie/Woody/Woods on March 3, 2018 with family by his side at Toronto General Hospital. Cherished husband of 37 years to “Vienn” (Vienna Tacconelli), loving father to Lauren (Luigi), Anthony (Kristen), Danielle (Adrian), doting grampa to Juliana, Andreas, Cassia and grand-pets Cole and Bo. Predeceased by his parents Victor Bishop and Anne Aileen (nee Flanagan). Beloved younger brother to Paul (Tia), Bud (Kathleen), Frank (the late Jem), Gerry, Maureen (Peter) and fun-loving uncle to 14 nieces and nephews. The world lost a kind soul full of love, wit and one-liners, who touched everyone he met with his charm. A man of fine tastes, he lived life to the fullest without regret. In true, generous form, Woods requested that donations be made to Dr. Florence Wong’s Liver Research Fund, in lieu of flowers. Please call 416-340-4430 or visit https://www.tgwhf.ca/personal-pages/gordonwoodcroft (Please highlight and right click to go to site). Memorial Mass to be held at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home in Thornhill on Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 11:30 am.
Service:
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11:30am
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211 Langstaff Road East
THORNHILL
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Interment:
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I have lost a longtime friend in Gord. We shared many laughs and good times together.I believe they threw away the mould when Gord was born,there was only one Gord. He loved people and just living life. I will miss his sense of humour, always fun to be around, he will be missed by many .
Vienn,Lauren,Anthony,Danielle my deepest sympathies my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Woody you were definitely one of the brightest lights I ever met. Turned off way to soon but the light will shine in me for my lifetime. Thanks for the fun,laughs and memories and emails.Till we meet again.
Fletch
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your beloved husband and father, Gord. We were both deeply moved by his final gestures of love and peace. May God fill the void in your hearts with His love, peace, courage and strength. With our love and prayers, Maureen and Peter
I met Gord in January of 2015, and we had many laughs, and several great and memorable snowmobile trips together. He loved his time snowmobiling, living life, and was super proud of his family. He knew everybody it seemed.
He will be missed by many…If I ever hear that Dick Withers joke again…
Heart felt condolences t the family.
Vienn, Lauren, Anthony, Danielle and family – we had the privilege of being friends with Gord for the past couple of years. You have our deepest sympathies. Gord loved his family more than anything in this world. Our hearts are broken over the loss of our dear friend and we are so grateful to have had him in our lives.
In a time and place where it doesn’t seem one can go the entirety of a week without hearing the world has lost an amazing person, yet again this world devastatingly holds true to its expectations in this regard. Although I didn’t know your father well, and having only met a few times, at work, at your weddings and at home visits – Lauren , Anthony and Danielle along with your lovely partners and beautiful babes, are the joyous legacy he leaves behind. Knowing you, has afforded me the opportunity to know him also. It would be impossible for such a charming, unquestionably fun and remarkably deep-in-love, family to exist without the epitome of these qualities, at its helm. In the so very unfair short time he spent over these past few years, seeing all of your families grow, he will undoubtedly carry on in the twinkle you all have in your eyes, the laughs you will share again one day when remembering and sharing stories of him, and the love that is so so very evident in all of your hearts. My deepest condolences to you all.
We miss you Gord – your kindness,generosity, your sense of humour and your many emails sharing with us your deep love for your beautiful family. We were privileged to be with you during your final days prior to your passing. God’s Presence and action within you and ourselves was greeted with gratitude and love.
Vienna, Lauren, Anthony, Danielle, Luigi, Kristen and Adrian you are in our prayers.
Vienn, Lauren, Anthony Danielle
What more can be said that already has been conveyed to all of you with the sorrow in the passing of Gord. I was relieved and truly gratified that Gord & myself reconciled our lost days when I shared time in his prescence during the final days of his suffering journey.It moved me in a way I’ve never felt before.
The thought he’ll join Vic & Aileen and my dear wife Jem comforts me in my loss with all of you.
The carved in memory of our wild & whacky days on Sturgeon Lake are only surpassed by the Woodcroft entry shaking up the French River.
Watching Vic trying to understand the sub-normal three sons Frank, Gerry & Gord and the partying on atmosphere of the opening fishing season, were memories I’ll always cherish. We shared many an adult beverage with all the boys friends that sometimes drove Vic to a beverage …or two. May God rest your soul forever Gord in our grief & bereavement for you.
Beloved bro…Frank
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss. We where saddened to hear. Our hearts go out to you all at this difficult time.
“will miss you”, from all the “del” boys, you were a great friend for so many years to so many….we sure had some great times and always a good laugh…..never thought of moments like this,very sad……with love woosh
Woody was a gentleman and a fine golfer
We were very saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your husband/father/grandfather.
With deepest sympathy,
Audrey and Al
I had the privilege of knowing Woody for over 50 years. In all that time, he never changed from the funny, kind and interesting kid that I met at school so long ago.
He was a devoted family man and a good friend despite the long distance that separated us. I will miss Woody’s laugh and stories but I am so grateful to have known him.
My most sincere sympathies to Vienna, Anthony, Lauren and Danielle. I hope that you find some comfort in the deep feelings that so many of us had for Woody/ your Dad.
Terry
Calgary Alberta
Not only did I have the great privilege of knowing “Woody”, but we were also neighbours growing up on Inglewood Dr. All of his brothers like him were great athletes, and outstanding folks all in their own ways. They got that from their father who was a super hockey coach, back in the day! I am happy to say the last time I was with Woody, I took he, Robert Amell and Mike Grant up to my golf course, some 20 years ago, all very close friends of Gordie. Looking back on that day it felt like I was playing with the partial “ Dirty Dozen” of our era. I will will fondly remember Woody for his huge smile and enduring qualities. Thanks Woody! Robert
to Paul & Tia and all the Woodcroft family
Bob and I wish to offer you and the whole Woodcroft family our since sympathies at the lost of your brother Gordon, Vienn for the lost of dear husband and father of your children.
We are keeping you all in our prayers and hope that good memories of time pass will bring you comfort.
To the Woodcroft Family, we offer our sincere sympathy at the loss of your dear Father, husband,garanfather.
Both of us have many fond memories of Woody which stretch back to the late 60’s when he crashed our wedding and became the most welcome guest! He was always a charming, lighearted, kind and a positive force. He was always able to see the best in everyone while , at the same time, fully aware of and forgiving of our faults.
His famous words to us were ‘Dress British – think Yiddish’.
Gord, you were a treasured member of our extended family and we will miss you.
God speed our dear friend
Mary Ellen and Michael
To Vienna, Lauren, Anthony and Danielle our condolences during this very difficult time. Woody was one of a kind and a great friend to our family. He bought so much laughter and happiness to us through the years and will always be remembered. Rest well dear friend. Lance, Aideen, Liam and Katherine.
So sooo sorry for your loss!
From time to time I would call Woody
Sir Gordon Of Woodcroft
Carrying himself like Royalty
Distinction, poise and not a bad dresser as well.
They’ll be lined up to get a tee off time with Sir Woody in Heaven.
Never Ever To Be Forgotten!
We are so sorry for your loss, for the few times we have met Gordon you can see that he was special. Thinking of you and your family
We are so sorry for your loss, for the few times we have met Gordon you can see that he was special. Thinking of you and your family
You made growing up in the Woodcroft family barrels of fun so thank you for the wonderful memories. Never to be forgotten Uncle Gord, you were truly one of a kind.. with much love, Jenny xo
My memories of all our fun times together over the years will help you to live on in my heart, always. Will miss our laughs, Brother Gerry