I am terribly saddenned to learn of the passing of our brother Gavin. My deep sympathies to Tamara and Gavin's family.
I never met Gavin in person but got to know him thru his posts. He was one of the people that always stood out as someone to remember (in a good way). I recall how entusiastic and excited he was about taking his car to a car show last year and gettting a people's choice award.
He will be missed here!!
He will be missed here!!
Derrick (Guest)
indeed very sad news. I remember talking to him about the car and how enthusiastic he was about it. My best to his wife and family. God Bless.
I am a little shocked. The last time Gavin chimed in ... he was stoked to be representing at the CruiseNational Semi-Finals. Despite his illness, he still took to the road like the rest of us. I hope his family reads this thread. Like many of you, I never knew him; but I am very impressed that he lived it up while he still could.
We should all take note to stop and smell the fumes while we still can ...
RIP, brother
We should all take note to stop and smell the fumes while we still can ...
RIP, brother
Sorry to hear he passed. Rarely am I effected by the death of someone I haven't met in person, but the Pantera community is tighter than any I have seen online.
Rest in peace my friend.
R.
Rest in peace my friend.
R.
I am saddened to hear of Gavin’s passing. From his posts and the comments made here he seemed like a great person. He certainly was courageous and enjoyed his life to the fullest.
My condolences to you his friends and to his family.
Jeff
My condolences to you his friends and to his family.
Jeff
Very sad.
RIP
RIP
Hey man. Hope there are no speed limits in Heaven.
detom (Guest)
Garvin, I hope you are in heaven bang shifting you Pantera.
WELBOURN, Gavin Kirk BMath MBA In his 50th year, peacefully and gracefully at home, where he wanted to be, on February 1, 2009, with his beloved wife and daughter by his side. His family and friends will always remember Gavin as the "go-to guy" for everyone who needed some timely advice or some of his extensive wisdom - always delivered kindly and without judgement. Gavin was a pillar of support for his family, friends, and countless business associates. An accomplished and fair-minded business person, he will also be remembered for his volunteer work with Hope Air and Habitat for Humanity, where he sought to make a contribution to those who were not as fortunate. Incessantly curious, Gavin always wanted to know how things worked. He had a breadth of knowledge of many thingsand things he "just knew about." A lover of his family and friends, music, tequila, wine, his Pantera, flying and the cottage, he will be sorely missed at our gatherings. Constantly seeking answers about the bigger questions, Gavin has, true to style, gone on ahead to investigate the ultimate question. Gavin is survived by his wife Tamara (née Bourret) and daughter Rebecca, his parents Margaret and Keith, his sisters Rona (Keith Williams) and Leanne, Tamara's brothers Paul (Martha) and Joe (Judy) and numerous nieces and nephews. A brief but intense Celebration of his life (much like his life itself) will be held at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line, (one stoplight north of QEW), BURLINGTON (905-632-3333) on Thursday, February 5, 2009 from 3-5 p.m., with a special tribute to Gavin at 4:30. A special thank you to Dr. Costin and the health care professionals and nursing staff at Joseph Brant Hospital who gave Gavin amazing and supportive care during his stay there. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Ride to Conquer Cancer (http://to09.conquercancer.ca). Select "Donate" then search for the team name "Wheezin 4 a Reason." www.smithsfh.com
I am so sorry to hear about Gavin My heart goes out to the family my deepest sympathy
new&slow (Guest)
My prayers and thoughts are with his family.
Tom
Tom
My sympathy goes out to Tamara, Rebecca and the rest of Gavin's family. I trust Gavin has now found peace on that perfect twisty and endless road with no speed limit that we all dream about.
May God have him Rest in Peace, God bless his family.
Ron
Ron
Our condolences to his family and friends.
Blaine
Blaine
Our deepest sympathies to Gavin's family and friends.
-William
-William