Obituary of Gordon Booast

Peacefully, at home on Thursday, December 10, 2015, Mr. Gordon Lawrence Booast, of London, in his 95th year. Gordon joined London’s No. 114 Bomber Squadron on September 15, 1939, and served in the RCAF for 28 ½ years. He served overseas during the Battle of Britain Day, and with the United Nations on several occasions during his career. Gordon was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 533, RCAF Pre-War Club of Canada and the Bomber Command Association Canada. Much loved father of Saranne and son-in-law Jim. Lovingly remembered by granddaughter Kimberly and her husband George. Special and cherished great-grandfather of Angelia. Missed by his brother John and his wife Rita. Also remembered by nieces and nephews, and their families. Predeceased by his loving wife Thelma, and siblings Rhoda, Arthur and Ron. The funeral service will be conducted at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Sunday, December 13, 2015 at 5:30 p.m., with visitation starting at 3:30 p.m. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Gordon are asked to consider the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario, London Humane Society or charity of choice.