On October 14th, 2021 Gordan R. Borland, 73, of Ottawa ON (born in Toronto), passed away surrounded by his loving family. Gord leaves behind his loving partner of 28 years, Susan Poulin. He also leaves behind his former spouse of 24 years, Claudette Borland. Gord leaves behind his only daughter Kristina Borland-Bothwell, his devoted son-in-law Andrew Bothwell and his three loving grandchildren, Sera Jade (22), Jackson (8) and Spencer (4). Gord also leaves behind his two sisters, Gail Borland and Cathy Santolini (Carlos Miranda) as well as his niece Samantha Wallace (Troy) and his great niece Olivia and two great nephews Owen and Max. Predeceased by his loving parents John and Marjorie Santolini, who raised him to be the exceptional father, and devoted grandfather that he was. Gord’s kindness, energy and sense of humour will live on in all of us.
Gord proudly served in the Royal Canadian Air Force before beginning a long standing employment with Statistics Canada which led to a career in IT where he worked until his retirement. Gord was a lifelong lover of animals, travelling and classic automobiles. He enjoyed being active and playing sports (NGMHL, softball, golf and forever the fisherman, a bond created between he and his dad at the cottage so many years ago).
A visitation will be held at Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Ave.) on Thursday, October 21st, 2021 from 1-3pm. Words of remembrance will take place at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, we welcome donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Digital Guestbook
Lori Sabourin
Annette Coughlin
My memory of Gord will be how he always made me fill at home, he was a gentle soul and my heart goes out to you Susan I know he will be greatly missed.
Mireille et Jean-Marc
Gord was a great guy full of zest! I loved talking politics with him. He was a great cook and being invited for dinner meant having a memorable evening. May his love for you Susan, help you through these tough times.
Roxanne Burns
My deepest condolences Susan.
Sending you love and prayers.
Patricia and Michael
Our deepest sympathie on your loss to Susan, Kristina and family. We will keep good memories of time spent with Susan and Gord.
Shanon
My deepest condolences to you and your family, Kristina. He sounded like a wonderful man.
Liz Chartrand
So sorry for your loss Susan and family. Treasure the memories!
Liz Chartrand
So sorry for your loss Susan and family. Treasure your memories of Gord. My sincere condolences.
Birgitta & family
Our deepest condolences Susan. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
My deepest condolences to you Susan and to all the family.