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Cornelius Gordon Obituary

Cornelius Gordon Sr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Cornelius "Neal" Gordon Sr., 83, of the 5300 block of Pandoria Drive passed away Nov. 5, 2010 at his home. He was born in Princess Anne County, now known as Virginia Beach. Mr. Gordon retired after 16 years from ILA 1248 as a longshoreman. He was predeceased by a son, Milton Holloway. He is survived by his wife, Willie Mae Gordon; daughter, Elder Charlene Gills; sons, Harry Gordon and Cornelius "Neal" Gordon Jr.; sister, Bernice Coston; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 11 a.m. in Rock Church, Virginia Beach. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Norfolk. Viewing will be this evening from 6 to 7 p.m. at Community Funeral Home, Norfolk.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 9, 2010.

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Lisa Smith

November 11, 2010

Hello Sis Gordon
Im so sorry to hear about Bro. Gordon Ive known him all my life. Im sorry I couldnt make the arrangements, But I know that my prayers will be answer. If you need me for anything please let my sister Cheryl (Peanut) know.

Love you
Lisa Payne-Smith

November 10, 2010

We have not talk or seen you all for a long time, but you where very good to my mom, Leomia. Our prays go out to sister Gordon and her family - The Payne's Family

November 10, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Love You
Robert and Phyllis

Karen Bonilla

November 10, 2010

If you could see him now you would not shed a tear. Though you may not understand why he is no longer here. Remember his spirit. That- his spirit- is the real him because He still is very much alive. My prays are with you and your family.

Sherry Hulings

November 9, 2010

My prayers are with Willie Mae and her family at this tender time in their lives. God bless you all. We know Neal is with the King, God bless him.

Michael & Anita Holley

November 9, 2010

To my Aunt Williemae and cousins, Harry, Charlene and Cornelius, Jr., please know that we love and are praying for you during your time of loss. Our hearts go out to you as we too will miss our dear Uncle Neil.

Terry Gilchrist

November 9, 2010

Ours prayers are with you at this time. May the Lord be with you at this time at brother Neal home going service. We know that we will all missed his smiley face. Willie mae Linda and i will be there for you.
Be blessed in the Lord.
Elder Terry Gilchrist

Lisa

November 9, 2010

Will miss your smiling face Uncle Neal - Thinking about the recent family gatherings - Aunt Jessie Mae's Birthday, cook outs, church events and many others - Your Neice, Lisa

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