October 6, 2021
Mr. George Albert Gagnon of Red Deer, Alberta formerly of Debden, Saskatchewan passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at the age of 99 years. George was born in Ottawa, Ontario and moved with his family to Southern Saskatchewan at the age of two. George married Iona Braden in 1945, and the couple resided and farmed in Debden, Saskatchewan for over forty years. He was a farmer and finishing carpenter and a "Jack Of All Trades". George loved woodworking and he was immensely proud of his kids, grandkids and great grandkids. He was loved and respected by all that knew him. George will be lovingly remembered by his two sons, Al (Jennifer) Gagnon of Sparks, Nevada, and Mal Gagnon of Kelowna, British Columbia; his daughter, Gail Paquette of Red Deer, Alberta; his three grandchildren, and his nine great grandchildren. George will also be sadly missed by his brother, Lucien Gagnon of Ponteix, Saskatchewan. George was predeceased by his loving wife, Iona and his many brothers and sisters. A Funeral Service will be held at Parkland Funeral Home, 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer, Alberta on Friday, October 29, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. Cremation entrusted to Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, Red Deer, Alberta. If desired, Memorial Donations in George's honor may be made directly to the Red Deer Hospice Society at www.reddeerhospice.com. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com. Arrangements in care of Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.