Trot Insider has learned that Gord Irwin, co-owner of Central Program Ltd., passed away Sunday, May 6
at the age of 56.
Irwin, a resident of Shelburne, Ont. --- not to be confused with the trainer of Invitro and Bigtime Ball --- passed away at his residence in the late-evening hours .
Irwin joined Ltd. Printing in the early 1970s while still in high school, and joined Central Program Ltd., which prints programs for most Ontario racetracks, in 1980.
In 1989, Irwin bought Central Program Ltd. from its previous owners. Along with a solid and well-experienced staff, Irwin has been running the company out of Orangeville, Ont. since 1990.
Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the friends and family of Gord Irwin.
The updated information regarding arrangements appears below.
IRWIN, Gordon Jr. passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 6, 2012 in his 57th year; loving husband of Valerie; cherished father of Sabrina Corley (Neil), Tabitha Irwin-Leach (Michael) and Jason Sample; dear Papa of Calym, Blake, Heidi, Lachlan and Eachann; brother of Dawn Redick (Allister) and Greg. Gord will be sadly missed by his other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends at the Dods & McNair Funeral Home & Chapel, 21 First St., Orangeville (519-941-1392) on Thursday, May 10, 2012 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service will take place in the Chapel on Friday at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or New Hope Community Church of the Salvation Army (Children’s Programs) would be appreciated.
A tree has been planted in memory of Gordon in the Dods & McNair Memorial Forest at the Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville. A dedication service will be held on Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 2:30 p.m.
Messages of condolence can be left below this notice, but can also be left at the funeral home website, where memorial donations can also be made.
What a shock. I saw Gord
What a shock. I saw Gord just last week and couldn't believe the news when I heard it.
My deepest condolences to the entire family. A great guy who really cared about his work. He will be missed.
My deepest sympathies to
My deepest sympathies to Gord's family and many friends. Gord worked tirelessly at a sometimes thankless occupation because he loved the sport of horse racing. You could run into Gord on any given summer night at many of the B tracks and he was one of the most knowledgeable people I ever knew and loved talking horses, horsepeople and races. Don't know how many miles he put in over the years when he had to deliver programs and sale catalogues but I know it was probably as much as anyone involved in racing. God Bless you Gord may you rest in peace.
Val and Family, Andy and I
Val and Family,
Andy and I cannot express enough of how we feel about your loss, everyones loss that knew Gord.
Andy and I have known and worked for Gord for many years, from working in Field Services or delivering programs or Sale Catalogues.
We were blessed to be invited to your wedding dinner at Georgian Downs.
God Bless
Andy and Corinne
With my deepest condolences,
With my deepest condolences, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sarah Imrie