A. Gordon Pruden (1920-2000)

Electrical engineer, historian.

He was born in Selkirk, Manitoba on 14 August 1920, and lived his early years there. He served in the Signals Corps overseas during the Second World War. He was employed as an electrical engineer with Manitoba Telephone System for 35 years. In addition to being President of the Manitoba Historical Society from 1974 to 1976, Gordon was involved with the Manitoba Genealogical Society, the Red River Valley Historical Society, the Midwestern Rail Association, and the Western Canada Aviation Museum. An accomplished musician, Gordon enjoyed many hours at his piano and organ. Other hobbies included foreign languages and nature-watching. Gordon enjoyed many trips with his wife Eileen throughout Manitoba, and to England and Scotland to visit relatives and see historical sites.

He died at Winnipeg on 16 October 2000.

Profile revised: 4 July 2009

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