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Gord Grant, legendary CP journalist and bureau chief, dies at age 73

It is with profound sadness and aching hearts we announce the peaceful passing at the Civic Hospital, ICU, of Gord Grant, surrounded by the love of his family. Affectionately known as “Gordo or Gordie”; a Professor of Life, Master of Diction and Perfected Wordsmith, he was born on September 28, 1936 in Salford, England and now eternally rests in Ottawa, Ontario. Gord left this world peacefully in his sleep on December 12, 2009 at 1:35 a.m. after succumbing to H1N1 and five weeks in ICU. Cherished husband, Gordon is survived by the love of his life and soul mate, Janet Smith. Loving father of Dave Grant and his wife Andrea Vetere of Whitby, and Gayle Grant of Brooklin. Proud grandfather of Christian and Chloe Grant and Michael Grant Norn. Loving brother of Beryl Carson, and her husband Richard, and Margaret Secola of Aurora. Also forever missed by his many friends around the world, former workmates at the Canadian Press, former students and colleagues at Algonquin College and his fellow Solsticians. Predeceased by his parents, Doris and Harry. Gord’s passions were golf, reading, writing and getting the very best out of everyone he met. He leaves behind a legacy of mentorships, teachings and apprenticeships. The family would like to thank the doctors and the ICU team at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, especially the nurses for their love and special care. He was proud of his best friend--his wife of nearly 27 years, Janet, loving family, caring friends and learned protégés. Gordo, we remember your warm smile, your loving heart and your generous and joyful spirit. You will be missed, never forgotten and talked about often.