With heavy hearts—but also plenty of stories worth retelling—we announce the passing of Gordon Thomas Trueman on March 17, 2026, following a long and determined battle with his health. Gord faced life the same way he faced everything else: stubbornly, with grit, and likely with a bit of commentary along the way.

Gord is lovingly remembered by his spouse Tammy Stewart; his son Norman Trueman, daughter Melanie MacInnis (Trueman); his sister Carol Trueman; his granddaughters Rhiannon, Jacy, Caelin, Ronna; and his great-grandchildren Remi, Newt, Baily plus many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, Louisa Trueman (Pillar) and Norman Trueman, and his sister Patricia Godue (Trueman).

Born and raised on a farm in Spruce Home, Sk. Gord’s love for the land and animals started early and never left him. He became an electrical contractor and even spent time working on the B.C. coast—but it didn’t take long before Saskatchewan, the farm, and especially his horses called him back home. Turns out, you can take the man off the farm, but you can’t keep him there for long.

Gord went on to build and operate a dairy farm while raising his family, somehow balancing early mornings, long days, and a lifetime of hard work with the kind of dedication that doesn’t come with a day off. He became a well-known and respected face in the Spruce Home area and in the horse community. He worked in the community pasture and spent many years as manager of the Red River Roping and Riding Arena—where “manager” often meant doing a bit of everything, whether he was asked to or not. Through it all, he built countless lifelong friendships.

If there was one place Gord truly belonged, it was around horses and good company. He spent years teaching riding lessons and hauling down the road to shows with his students, offering advice, encouragement, and the occasional well-timed remark that people still probably quote today.

Fifteen years ago, an accident changed the course of Gord’s life and limited his mobility—but slowing down wasn’t really his style. He stayed closely connected to the life he loved, keeping tabs on family and friends.

In recent years, one of Gord’s proudest traditions was organizing an annual gathering to seed 15 acres the old-fashioned way—by horse. Like clockwork, trailers would roll into the yard early in the morning, horses unloaded, harnessed, and hitched. Gord would oversee the whole operation, making sure things were done right (or at least his way). The day usually wrapped up with a wiener roast in the field, plenty of laughter, and more than a few stories—exactly the kind of day that filled Gord’s cup.

Gord stayed farming until the end and had big plans for the summer.

Gord will be remembered for his resilience, his strong will, his love of the land, and his ability to enjoy the simple things in life—especially when they involved horses and a good visit. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, strong connections, and more than a few good stories.

At Gord’s request, there will be no funeral. Instead, he’d likely suggest you gather with friends, share a laugh, and maybe argue a little about the “right” way to do things—just to keep things interesting.

Family and friends wishing to send online condolences are welcome to visit www.beaulacfuneralhome.com.  Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Beau “Lac” Funeral Home and Crematorium, Marianne Turcotte, Funeral Director, Prince Albert, SK 306-763-3322.

• Date : 2026-03-17
• Location : Prince Albert, SK