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Gordon McMaster Obituary

Gordon McMaster
June 14, 1944 - October 16, 2022
Collinsville, Illinois - Gordon McMaster, age 78, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on October 16, 2022, while on a cruise with his wife, Beverly.
He was born on June 14, 1944 in Oxford, England to the late Sidney and Beatrice, nee Wood, McMaster.
Gordon retired from Riteway Foreign Car Repair in Collinsville where he was the owner and operator for over 50 years. He married Beverly, nee Weinacht, on February 18, 1994. They enjoyed taking cruises and visiting England together. Gordon was also fond of antiquing, golfing, and working in his yard. He loved being at home with his canine companion, Lucy.
He is survived by his wife along with his daughters, Chantal Jansen of O'Fallon, IL, and Melissa McMaster of Pittsburgh, PA; nine grandchildren, Jarryn, Jordan, Drew, Breana, Sydney, Donovan, Cameron, Ethan, and Hunter; a sister, Gladys Stark of Steeleville, IL; mother-in-law, Dema Weinacht; two sisters-in-law, Sue Huff and Lorine Weinacht; numerous nieces and nephews.
Gordon was also preceded in death by a daughter, Tina McMaster-O'Laughlin; two brothers, Ian and Frank; and a sister, Joyce.
Visitation will be 12 noon to 3pm on Wednesday November 2, 2022 at Barry Wilson Funeral Home in Maryville, IL.
Funeral service will be at 3pm on Wednesday at the funeral home with Rev. Jennifer Sowell Glover officiating.
Memorials may be made to St. John United Church of Christ or Partners for Pets and will be received at the visitation or can be mailed to Barry Wilson Funeral Home, 2800 N. Center Street, Maryville, IL 62062.

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Published by Belleville News-Democrat on Oct. 31, 2022.

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Paula huff

November 16, 2022

Gordon was a terrific and good person. My sincere condolences, Beverly, and may he rest in peace.

Marsha Kreke Maine

October 31, 2022

Chantel
I am so sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my prayers.

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