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Donald Gordon Obituary

Gordon, Donald Milton - Beloved Partner, Father, Grandfather Brother, Son - Age 55 Passed away peacefully after a sudden illness on July 4, 2004. Preceded by parents, Phyllis Popa and Donald Sr.; twin brother, Daryl; sister, Michelle. Survived by partner Marilyn Wirth; children, Dina (Chris) Greiskalns, Rachel (Ron) Hoyt, Duane Wirth; six wonderful grandchildren; brother, Roger; sisters, Ann (Albert) Cass, Laurie Popa, and many other wonderful friends and family. He was a registered member of Native American White Earth Band of Chippewa (Ojibwe) Tribe, Pillager Band, and a Vietnam Veteran. Funeral service 11AM Saturday at KESSLER & MAGUIRE FUNERAL HOME, 640 W. 7th St. at St. Clair 651-224-2341. Visitation one hour prior to service. Inurnment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.

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Published by Pioneer Press from Jul. 6 to Jul. 7, 2004.

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Bob Nash

July 12, 2004

Dina,

It is always sad to hear one of your friends has lost someone close to them, The timing is never right and those that knew him will suffer with you. You are not alone, you have our prayers.

Jackie Wegerer

July 10, 2004

Dina...



On behalf of the Wegerer's, our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God be your comfort and strength.

Cindy Nash

July 10, 2004

I am a good friend to Dina ,



i didnt really get to know her dad, but I still would like to say i'm sorry, to her and all of the family. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to all of you who loved him.



Cindy & Robert Nash family

Dina Greiskalns

July 7, 2004

This is Dina, and I am also Don's daughter. He was a man that loved life, and lived it to it's fullest. He had a kind heart, and would give anyone the shirt off of his back, (he has, many times!) if they asked. I will miss him with all my heart.

Rachel Hoyt

July 6, 2004

This is my father, I am one of 3 children he had.

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