HARRIS, Gordon Rae: June 20, 1923 - December 11, 2014 With heavy hearts we sadly announce the passing of Gordon Rae Harris of Peachland, BC. Born in London, England he became a Mining Engineer at the Camborne School of Mines in Cornwall, England. After his military service from 1942 to 1947; including the RAF and the 8th Gurkha Fifles in India, he married Margaret Pearson in 1947. His mining career began in West Africa and continued in Eastern Canada in engineering and production supervision. He became a manager of Brenda Mines in Peachland, BC and Noranda Mine in Granisle, BC. Gordon retired from Brenda Mines in 1988 and continued to live in and be active in the community of Peachland. In 1993 he became the Mayor of Peachland and has served on many committees in the community. Seniors housing has always been a passion that he had worked hard to achieve for Peachland. Gordon was an intelligent and caring man devoted to his family and known by most to be a true gentleman. His zest for life was evident when he completed his first skydive at the age of 90. Gordon is survived by his great companion Patricia Fowler as well as his four children: Julia (James) Cole of Peachland, BC, Alistair (Gayle) Harris of Innisfail, AB, Kathryn (George) Kolisnyk of Portage La Prairie, MB and Margot (John) Moreland of Lethbridge, AB. His grandchildren: Ryan (Silvia) Percy, Jill (James) Gillis, Benjamin (Hyejin) Kolisnyk, Andrea (Jeff) Cassan, Erin (Jens) Dubreil, Erica (Ian) Harris, Stephanie Dillman and by his great-grandchildren; Trista, Leif, Ava, Harlow, Emry, Norah, Seamus, Ewan, Siobhan and baby Kairo. He was also an honorary granddad to Michael Cole and Krista Dutot. Sadly, Gordon was predeceased by his son Nicholas in 1988, his first wife Margaret in 1992 and his second wife Judith in 2005. A Service of Remembrance will be held 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at the Peachland Anglican Church. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Salvation Army, Kelowna Gospel Mission or a charity of your choice. Messages of condolence can be sent by visiting www.HansonsFuneral.ca
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