Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Keep flying

The Rev. Canon Dr. Gordon K. McBride, priest, historian, pilot, author, historian, mentor and friend, died recently. He will be missed.

Flying to Tombstone, Gordon's first novel, is a compelling commentary on border and immigration issues. Set in Tombstone and Tucson, the novel offers a rich perspective on immigrants and ranchers and the land on which they live. A second novel set in England offers the idea that places have their own memory.

Gordon came to Texas last year to offer a Lenten program at St. Andrew's. His voice was strong, his message timely, and his graceful presence unwavering.

Keep flying, Gordon. Thanks for everything; I'll never forget you.

1 comments:

Anonymous said...

Gordon was a great fellow to meet, even if only briefly, as he told life's stories in a down-to-earth way.