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Gordon Cota Obituary
Gordon Cota, born in Colfax, WA, February 19, 1928, raised in Dusty, WA moved to Portland, OR where he attended High School, then entered the Navy. Graduated from Linfield College, in McMinnville, OR. Was married and had two daughters.
In August 1960 he started working for Caltrans until he retired June 1986. He lived on a ranch in Whitmore with his wife and son. If not working he would commercial fish, golf, dig for rocks, farm Christmas Trees.
Traveled 10 years then settled in Redding. He passed away June 21, 2009, at home.
A Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Monday, June 29, 2009, 10:30 followed by reception. Interment will be at Veteran's Cemetery, Tuesday June 30, 2009, 10:15. In lieu of flowers, donations in the name of Gordon may be made to Mercy Hospice, 1544 Market St., Redding, CA 96001.
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Debbie Rich
July 2, 2009
Dear Family, My family knew Gordon threw my dad Gordon Kieran. They were great friends for many years. Gordon's daughter Kathy was in my wedding in 1970. I am very sorry for your loss, my mom Barbara was able to attend the funeral. He was a great friend and alot of help to my Mom when her husband died many years ago. Kathy I have recently moved to Oregon, and have thought of you even before this. I would like to get in touch with you.
Gene Rider
July 1, 2009
To Marylou and Gordon's close family,
I worked with Gordon for many years at Caltrans and we shared many activities at work and many more activities in our private lives. He was always a gentleman and had a great sense of humor. I will miss him greatly.
K&D Lorenz
June 27, 2009
Dear Marylou and Family:
Just a note to let you know that you are in our thoughts.
We talked with Patty the other day and learned that Gordon was gone.
It is sad to know that he is no longer enjoying life. He will continue to live on in our memories.
Thanks to him and you among others in your group we gained the confidence to go traveling and boon docking.
We are thankful to have had the opportunity to know Gordon and enjoy his perspective, humor and friendship.
We shall look forward to seeing you in the future.
Ken & Donna
June 26, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss. I worked with you both at Caltrans--those were the good old days for sure. Gordon was such a gentleman and good friend. I send my deepest condolences and wishes that you are able to be strong and get through this troubling time. If I can be of help please let me know.
Sincere best wishes to all the members of the Cota family.
G. (Grace) Feuerhelm
June 26, 2009
June 26, 2009
Mary Lou and family...Our thoughts are with you at this time. We have good memories of Gordon at many get togethers with the trailer group.
Shirley Shoup and Donna Mcmaster
Lena Colson
June 26, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this hard time. I am so sorry for your loss. Gordon was an amazing man. I love you and think of you always.
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