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Eveline Scherz Anderson posted a condolence
Monday, October 10, 2011
I have been thinking about you folks from time to time, my mother having died last year Nov 7, at 87. You might remember Dr. and Steffie Scherz from Oak Lake. I worked for you both in 1978 at Gooden's Men's Shop, during the hostage taking of my parents. I am so glad that you have had such a full llife together. Please accept my condolences for George. Eveline Scherz Anderson
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Reg and Aynsley Helwer posted a condolence
Sunday, September 18, 2011
I learned a great deal about business from Mr. Gooden. He was always very patient and fair, although I'm sure we tested him several times. I always thought The Ski Shoppe was THE place to work in Brandon and have a lot of great memories and made a lot of friends there. George and Mary were a joy to work for - they always made us feel like we were a part of their family.
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Greg Graham posted a condolence
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Mary Kent Jill Bill. Very sorry to hear of Georges passing. My father worked for George for many years as I did in my younger years. Some very good times and fond memories working with George,Kent and Bill. Thinking of you at this sad time. Greg and Dianne
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Rudy & Shirley Wazura posted a condolence
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Dear Mary & family, we send our deepest sympathy for your loss. George was a fine man.
WE have a doctor appointment in Wpg. that we can't miss, making it impossible to attend the funeral. We are so sorry. Our thoughts will be with you Mary.
Sincerely Rudy & Shirley Wazura.
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Donna Hogeland posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
To the Gooden Clan: It was with much sadness to have learned of George's passing. I am so glad to have visited with George, Mary, and the Gooden families at granddaughter Kim's wedding in October 2010, and also at Kent and Karen's condo in Banff during Christmas 2009! Those are times I will always remember with fondness. I think I first got to know George and Mary when Jill, Bill, and I were on the speed swimming team at the old YMCA, back in the early 1960s. After I moved away from Brandon in the 1970s, I always made it a point to stop in at Gooden's Men's Wear to say 'hello' to George, whenever I came back to a visit. Of course, I would then go chat with Mary in her wonderful shop upstairs! I still have a pair of downhill boots that I bought in their Ski Shop! One time, I even won a free ski vacation in Montana when Gooden's had their big fall ski show in the Centennial Auditorium! Some things you just never forget. George's genuine warmth and friendliness are what I will remember most of all. May your many wonderful memories bring you comfort at this time. I hope it helps somewhat to know that so many others are keeping you close in thought. Kindest personal regards, Donna (Morley, Alberta)
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Linda (Brown) Lidster posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Mary, Kent, Jill and Bill how very sorry I was to learn of George's passing. We have such wonderful memories of our families sharing happy times together both in Brandon and at Clear Lake. I know Brandon will miss him greatly. I will be thinking of you at this time.
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arlene wilson posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Dear Mary & family,
I am sad to hear of George's death. I still have many happy memories of working in your shop as a teen. You and George were always so nice to me and I cherish your goodness more than you will ever know. Thank you for being a part of my life. I wish you all the best. Embrace all the wonderful times you shared and may they provide comfort in your sadness.
Fondly,
Arlene
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Bruce and Janet McQueen and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Mary,Kent, Jill, Bill and families. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on George's passing. As a former loyal "ski shop" employee of George's, I can quite honestly say that I have never met or worked for a more fair-minded, understanding, and astute business person as George. He allowed us our foibles, but also demanded respect, a passion for the business, and a deep commitment to our customers. If I hadn't actually completed University and acquired some significant responsibilities.....I probably would have worked for George for many more years, because i enjoyed it so much. I'm sure these sentiments are echoed by all the other employees, friends, and acquaintances who had the luxury of being a part of the life of such a wonderful man. Hopefully your great memories of him will sustain you now and in the years to come. - the McQueen family
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ron and mona kille posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Mary,Kent,Jill and Bill and families: We were so sorry to hear about Georges passing. He was a wonderful man and we always enjoyed our visits with him and Mary.I had the privilege of working for George at Goodens and we had a lot of good times there. George was one of the hardest working businessmen I know. I learned a lot from him.He was certainly a visionary and a fantastic community supporter. Our condolences and thoughts go out to the family at this difficult time.
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Judy & Brian Halhead posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
To Mary, Kent, Bill, Jill and all the family,
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of George. He was a wonderful and very accomplished man. A great person, father, grandfather and friend. We met him at Kim and Brad's wedding last fall and certainly enjoyed our time with him. He lived a long and great life and we know it is very hard to see him pass. May your wonderful memories help you through these days ahead. Sincerely, Judy and Brian Halhead
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Brian Harvey posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Mr. Gooden (I could never call him George.) was a most thoughtful, generous, and warm-hearted person. I loved visiting him at the store; his taste was impeccable. And I loved seeing him working away just down the desk from me in the BU library. He, in fact, urged me to pursue a PhD in psychology, which I did; 2 years ago at my retirement celebration, after 30 years at the University of Victoria, I mentioned those folks who had influenced my career. Mr. Gooden was one of them. My thoughts are with you all, especially Jill, who was a wonderful student of mine at Neelin High.
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Brooke (Findlay) Skelton posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Dear Mrs. Gooden, Kent, Jill & Bill
I was very sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Gooden. While not having been in Brandon for a few years, I did (and do) keep up with some of the happenings and friends from my youth. I enjoyed visiting with Mr. & Mrs. Gooden on a couple of occasions in the store when at home. Hearing of Mr. Gooden's passing has also brought forth many happy memories of our early years on 12th St. May your memories bring you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Brooke
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Margaret MacDonald posted a condolence
Monday, September 12, 2011
This community has lost a great man, a true gentleman, who unstintingly shared himself - his "know-how" and wisdom-wherever and whenever it was needed. George was truly generous in every sense of the word.
My deepest sympathies are extended to Mary and the family.
With fondness and respect,
Marg MacDonald
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Debra Kain posted a condolence
Monday, September 12, 2011
While working for Mr Gooden in the ski shop, he encouraged me to take "just one course" in business to see what it was all about. That one course lead me to attaining my MBA and devoting my career to business. I greatly enjoyed working with him as he was such a caring person. I would like to be there in person on September 15th but unfortunatley will be out of town. Deepest sympathies to Mary and the family.
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Zena Rennick posted a condolence
Sunday, September 11, 2011
So sorry to hear of George's passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time.So many good memories thru the years.
Zena Rennick
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Robert and Shirley Jones posted a condolence
Friday, September 9, 2011
Dear Mary and family,
We were so sorry to hear of George's passing. We love you, our neighbours at the lake - you are cherished and loved and George will indeed be missed.
We've so many funny little stories but the most memorable was the day we became acquainted whilst carrying the rocks for the flower bed up those terrible stairs at the lake - Shirley and George laughing all the way! Our Love, The Jones family.
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Jackie George posted a condolence
Friday, September 9, 2011
Jill I was sorry to hear about your dad.
He was a very special man and will always be remembered. Our thoughts are with you and your mom and family at this difficult time. Take care. Jackie and Jim.
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Judith and Chris Macdonald posted a condolence
Friday, September 9, 2011
George was in every sense a gentleman: caring, kind, supportive, encouraging and dedicated in serving his city, its institutions and its people.
We are all diminished by his passing. Judith and I will miss his smile, gentleness, and friendly greetings.
Our sincerest condolences to Mary and the family.
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