It is with great sorrow that the family of Gordon Leroy Jones, 88, of Surrey shares the news of his passing on December 23, 2022 in Langley, BC. Gordon was born in Medicine Hat Alberta to father, John Jones and mother, Rose, on the 27th of November, 1934. His family moved to BC when Gord was a child and he grew up in Penticton where he developed his love of the Okanagan, especially the joys of Skaha Lake. Gord moved to Vancouver and became a teacher and later completed a Master’s of Education from the University of British Columbia. He worked as a teacher and a principal in the Surrey School District for over thirty-five years. While teaching in Surrey, Gord met Denny (Laurel Denise) Closkey and they were married on October 19, 1962 at Cloverdale United Church in Surrey, BC. Gord and Denny were blessed with two children, Christopher and Jennifer. In addition to his dedication to work and family, Gord was involved in creating the North Delta Lions Club and in fact, was the last surviving charter member of that organization. He was a consummate volunteer with the Lions and was involved in organizing many of the fund-raising and social events. Gordon was a very sociable person who loved dinner parties, social gatherings and spending time with friends. He reveled in making people laugh and always had a humorous story or joke to tell. Gord was also a man of many hobbies and was an active golfer, curler and skier. Over the summer months, he never failed to make time for one of his favorite pastimes, fishing—especially fly-fishing. Gord was a rabid supporter of the BC Lions and each season, he attended as many games as possible. As a lifelong learner, Gord and his wife Denny traveled extensively, most notably to China, Egypt, and many countries in Europe. In the last years, they toured the world on a boat, either by cruise ship or river cruise. Gord was a lifelong educator, learner, volunteer, bon vivant, and wordsmith. He will be greatly missed. Gordon is preceded in death by his son Christopher and his daughter Jennifer. Gordon is survived by his wife, Denny Jones; his son Timothy Jones, brothers-in-law Clark Closkey and Jack Closkey (wife Cheryl); and nephews and nieces Andrew Closkey, Stephen Closkey, David Closkey, Judi Closkey, Wendy Elaine Kerswell, Laurel Jean Adolphe. A Celebration of Life will be held for Gord on February 9, 2023 at the Cloverdale Legion, 17567 57 Ave, Cloverdale from 3 PM until 6 PM. The event will allow friends and relatives to meet and share stories of Gord’s life. Refreshments will be provided. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the North Delta Lions Club, 11760 88 Ave., Delta, BC, V4C 3C5, or to any charity of your choice