Doucet, Peter “Gordon”

Inverness, NS

April 24, 1935 - January 15, 2026

Peter “Gordon” Doucet, born April 24, 1935, in Inverness, Cape Breton, passed away peacefully January 15, 2026, leaving behind a legacy rooted in family, friendship, and a deep love of the outdoors. 

He was the cherished son of the late Thomas and Sophie (Gaudet) Doucet and the last surviving member of his immediate family.

Gordon was the beloved husband of Selma and a devoted father to Dawn, Bruce (Cindy), Kelly (Dennis), Wendy, David (Tatyana), Douglas (Lisa), and Nicole (Paul). He was a proud grandfather to Jason (Kathleen), Andrew, Mike (Shannon), Alexander (Angela), Kayleigh (Jason), Grace, Mason, Viktoria, and Margarita and a joyful great-grandfather to Cass, Amelia, Thomas, Hayley, Jamie, Stefania, and Nevena.

He was predeceased by his parents; his brothers, Paul Angus, Thomas, and Joseph “DF”; and his sisters, Marjorie, Pearline, and Mary Cecile.

A plumber by trade, Gordon dedicated many years to his work. He spent 28 years with J.W. Rudderham, managed Geo. Warner Plumbing & Heating in Glace Bay, and later operated his own business, P.G. Doucet Plumbing & Heating, from 1977 until 1992. Following his retirement, he settled at the family “bungalow” in South Harbour, where he remained active and deeply connected to family, friends, and the natural beauty around him.

An avid hunter and fisherman, Gordon spent countless weekends in the woods—whether hunting or chopping wood to heat the bungalow. He could often be found on his ride-on mower, keeping the South Harbour grounds in pristine condition. Known by nearly everyone in the area, Gordon was a familiar sight on the harbour in his boat during the summer months and on his snowmobile throughout the winter. Friends from near and far gathered for legendary snowmobile adventures, both in Westmount and at the bungalow.

Gordon was also the master of the Sunday afternoon drive, exploring back roads across Cape Breton with family happily in tow. He treasured annual family vacations, traveling throughout Canada and the United States in the beloved nine-seat station wagon. A natural host, he welcomed family, friends, and even passing tourists to the bungalow for tea, meals, music, and sing-alongs with local musicians. Many visitors became lifelong friends, keeping in touch long after their stay.

Above all, Gordon will be remembered for his unwavering love of family, his generosity and hospitality, and the countless memories he created along Cape Breton’s roads, rivers, and shores.

The family would like to sincerely thank Palliative Care at CBRH, the VON, Cape Breton Homemakers, Continuing Care, and Dr. Steve McDougall. Special thanks to his personal caregivers, his “angels”, Sapna, Anu and Kitty. For those we may have forgotten, you know who you are and we thank you.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Sydney Memorial Chapel. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Sunday, January 18th from 4-7 p.m. Funeral service will be held at the Church of Christ the King on Monday, January 19th, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Ann Turner officiating.

in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Palliative Care, CBRH, Parish of the Resurrection Church of Christ the King or a charity of your choice.

Doucet, Peter “Gordon”