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Gordon "Gordy" Pederson, 76, of Monroe, LA, was called to his heavenly home Friday, September 2, 2016, with his family at his side. He was born to Irvin, Sr. and Evelyn (Rogstad) Pederson in Westby, MT on September 3, 1939. He graduated from Ferndale (WA) High School in 1957 and served four years in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. Gordy retired after 20 years at Intalco Aluminum before moving his family to Monroe, LA. He worked another 20 years in Monroe and Atlanta as a purchasing manager before retiring in 2005.
Gordy was an avid sportsman and played slowpitch for Pete's Exxon and coached little league football for 20 years. He loved watching his kids and grandkids play their sports and never missed a game.
Gordy was an active member of North Monroe Baptist Church and loved working the information desk on Sundays and serving Wednesday night dinners.
Gordy and wife Teri (Boykin) Pederson had just celebrated 53 years of marriage. He will be greatly missed by Teri; daughter, Cathy (Dave) Swenson of Wisconsin; son, Doug (Jeannie) of New Jersey; son, Craig (Karen) of Monroe; and son, David of Monroe. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; one sister, Fern of Oregon; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers, and 1 sister.
A memorial celebration for Gordy will be, Saturday, October 1, 2016 at North Monroe Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Visitation will be at noon with the service to follow at 2:00 PM with Rev. Warren Eckhardt and Dr. Johnny Funderburg to officiate.
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Chandler Tatum
September 30, 2016
We will keep all of you in our prayers during this time. Every memory that I have of your father is of him with a smile on his face. Gordy was a man who led a life of humility and values.
Chandler and Niki Tatum
Missy Fleming
September 28, 2016
Having recently lost the most important person in my life, my Nana, I am praying that all of the wonderful memories you have of Gordy will bring you comfort. They cause pain at first---but peace will come. Give Jeannie and the boys a big hug from your ARCO Family.
Terry Duke
September 28, 2016
Doug, I lost my father when I was 25 so I understand the loss you feel. We will keep you and your family in our prayer during this very difficult time. Your ARCO family.
Kathryn Powers
September 26, 2016
I never had the privilege of meeting Gordon but we shared family ties. I had met his brother, Irvin, some years ago and also listened to the stories of Julia N. His Grandfather, Peder and my Grandfather, Martin were brothers. My mother was a Pederson. I am so sorry for your loss. Hang on to the memories and may they get you through the difficult days.
Kathryn Hagen Powers
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Eric Pederson
September 22, 2016
The Pederson family from Wisconsin was very saddened to hear of the families loss. My mom, Eleanor and I were watching the Eagle football game in Chicago on TV when they mentioned his passing. This is Eric Pederson, fourth grade teacher in Sparta, Wisconsin writing. I enjoyed his visits to my classroom and meeting his family and daughter on the Pederson farm. I would correspond with Gordon through email in previous emails. I would very much like to keep in touch with any of the family. My email address is [email protected]. I am on Facebook as well. I am very interested in Fmaily trees and how the Pederson tree extends. I have a very indepth tree my cousin Kathryn has done I would be happy to share. We welcome any family to visit anytime you are in Wisconsin again. I own the Pederson farm that has been in the family 139 years now. We have many hunters that come and I invite any of you that hunt. I think Doug had been in our area years ago hunting. Please come back this way anytime. I know our families do not know each other week, I aporeciated Gordon's communication and wish you our thoughts as you find comport through family, friends and faith.
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