Our creative, generous, passionate uncle and friend has left us.
Our memories and so, so many amazing works remain.
From Gord:
“The potter’s life has been good to me. Days are never long enough, always more to learn to keep moving forward. My philosophy to life as an artist/potter: clay + create = happiness.”
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10 Comments To "Gordon James Reisig"
#1 Comment By Sandi Gilmer On December 14, 2025 @ 1:55 pm
So very sad to hear this news. As one of the Third Avenue Gang back in the day here in Chilliwack, I have great memories of Gord & his family.
We all knew Gord had an incredible talent as a potter and I bought items from him way back when, when he still lived in our area (and still have two of his pieces of work!).
A few members of our “Gang” met up a few years ago and he hadn’t changed a bit – still one of the “good guys”.
My condolences to to his partner, Janet and his family.
#2 Comment By Hal Muxlow On December 14, 2025 @ 2:22 pm
Sorry for your lost and dear friend!
#3 Comment By Jeff Clarke On December 15, 2025 @ 7:51 pm
My sincere condolences Janet, he was a great guy, talented potter and artist and I was always in awe of the Grouse as he made his way through life doing what he loved to do..making pottery. When we last talked, he said he said he’d let me know what it’s like on the other side, I’m awaiting his call. Thank you Janet and Carly for being there for my dear friend Gord, he’ll be missed.
Jeff & Wendy
#4 Comment By Carly Reisig On December 14, 2025 @ 3:57 pm
What an amazing, funny, talented, loving human. So proud to call you my uncle . You will be missed dearly and thank you for being part of my life and teaching me what love is ❤️
#5 Comment By Al Coxworth On December 15, 2025 @ 8:24 am
Such sad news, the world has lost a wonderful man, dear friend, incredible artist and so much more for anyone who had the pleasure of spending time with him.
We will miss him dearly and enjoy remembering all the moments shared over more than 70 years.
Until we meet on the other side rest in peace Grouse.
Al & Betty
#6 Comment By Pat Morrison (COXWORTH) On December 15, 2025 @ 10:44 am
As a childhood neighbour of the Reisig family in Chilliwack and a collector of his works over many years I see my deepest sympathy to his family I feel that Gord will be potting rainbows in the sky He will be greatly missed
#7 Comment By Gord Oakes On December 16, 2025 @ 6:43 pm
It’s been awhile since we last met. Gord was always a part of humor wherever he went. I can always recall having a good hearty gafaw every time we would run into each other. He will be sadly missed and my condolences goes out to the family.
Not saying I’ll see you later,but it’s been a pleasure. Happy potting Grouse 👍
#8 Comment By Dorine Aarts-Clarke-Garibay On December 17, 2025 @ 9:42 am
I look back on many happy times visiting with Gord back on Third Avenue and then as neighbour’s in Yarrow. Gord was always happy to spend time smoking, laughing and bs’ing. RIP old friend!
“Old friends they shine like diamonds”
#9 Comment By George Evans On December 23, 2025 @ 6:58 pm
Gordie was the big fellow and I was the tiny guy that made him my giant friend in grades 6 & 7. Leaving Chilliwack in 1971 was my last good conversation with Gordie until in Victoria we renewed our friendship as Seniors. He said to meet at the local coffee shop at noon, so we each were there but kept looking around at tables with only one person. It took quite a few long minutes but finally Gordie came over and said my name and I recognized his cheerful voice and had to get used to seeing his new Senior look. He spoke lots of family and friends sharing the heart issues of life. God’s special comfort for Janet and friends. Now Gord is in the Potter’s hands and the goodness of the final touches.
#10 Comment By Ted Driediger On December 24, 2025 @ 5:01 pm
I first met Gord at Art School in Nelson and then in 1973, we became fellow
potters in Yarrow. He helped me get started when I struggled.
His creative genious was inspiring.
Yarrow was not the same when Gord moved to the Island.
I missed his friendship and brotherhood in clay and can only
imagine how much more he is missed by loved ones now.