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C. Darrell Gordon VIRGINIA BEACH - C. Darrell Gordon passed away peacefully with family by his side Sept., 17, 2008. He retired as a pilot from Piedmontese Airways after 36 years of service. He was an active member with the Piedmont Silver Eagles and the Old Dominion Squadron-CAF, continuing with his passion for flying. Originally from High Point, N.C., he served in the Marine Corps and was a POW during the Korean conflict. Darrell enjoyed his motorcycle and looked forward to trips with his friends. A member of the Kings Grant Presbyterian Church, he was also a Shriner and a Mason. He leaves behind his wife of 46 years, Donna; two sons, Mark and wife Amanda of Richmond and Kyle of Charlottesville; brother, Lacy and wife Lynda of High Point, N.C.; brothers-in-law, John and wife Jean, Bruce and wife Connie; and extended family and many, many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bertha A. Gordon Jones; his father, Clarence D. Gordon; and a daughter, Pamela J. Gordon. A memorial service will be held Sept. 22 at 11 a.m. in Kings Grant Presbyterian Church on Little Neck Road in Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Masonic Home for Children at Oxford, the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Cremation Society of Virginia, Virginia Beach office, is assisting the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for C. Gordon
Colleen Fields
October 15, 2008
Donna, heartfelt sympathy during the loss of such a colorfull man as Darrell was. He was great missed at the Silver Eagles reunion
Judy Steel
September 28, 2008
Donna,
I am so saddened to hear of Darrell's passing. He will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of flying with him.
My condolences to you and your family.
Ron and Cindy Gabor
September 28, 2008
Donna,
A dry sense of humor, a sly smile, a "knowing" look and great trips are a few of the things I'll remember about Darrell. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cheryl McLeskey
September 27, 2008
Darryl was one of the greatest pilots I ever flew with. He loved being with his flightcrew and always treated us with respect. God bless you Darryl.
danny bowen
September 26, 2008
Donna,
My deepest regrets in your time of loss. Darrell was one of the "good guys" and made everyone feel at ease. He was truly a "pilot's pilot" and would always stand behind his fellow pilots and flight attendants.
Joyce Meeker
September 25, 2008
Donna I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know until today. (I read the paper and missed the obit.) My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
(Former AMF employee and Stargazers bowler.)
Joanie Alexander
September 24, 2008
I always knew our trip would be a good one when it was with Darrell . What a sense of humor! Many many fond memories and fun times. He will be sorely missed. With deepest sympathy to his family.
Joanie Alexander
Robin Garelick
September 24, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Gordon family. I can recall as if it were yesterday - the big smile, the joking around and the utmost professionalism he displayed toward his crew.
Dick Wallis
September 24, 2008
Donna,
Darrell will be missed by all of his Piedmond family. I am glad I got to talk to Darrell early last month, I will miss his wit and cheerfulness. I deeply regret missing Darrell's funeral, as I was in Maine with my ill mother.
Mary Beth Edwards
September 23, 2008
Donna
Very sorry to hear about Darrell. My thoughs and prayers are with you and your family.
Jerry Hope
September 23, 2008
When I was hired by Piedmont after the Braniff bankruptcy I had one of my first flights with Darrell to Denver on the 727. He made me feel welcome and his humor assured me that I had made the right decision coming to work for Piedmont . I'll miss him.
Joanne Stanley
September 22, 2008
Darrell will be missed by us who knew and flew with him. I was always thankful for him for taking my father up with him when he was doing takeoff and landings practice in Norfolk. That probably was the biggest excitement for my father. I will never forget the time we closed the door in CVG and took the agent with us to Huntington ,WA. It took that agent all day to get back to CVG. He made us laugh. What a character! I will always remember him. I extend my condolences to his family.
Buddy Bowen
September 22, 2008
Capt.Darrell will sure be missed by alot of folk's,but for sure by his very large Piedmont family.Our thought's and prayer's are with you all.
Carol Russell
September 22, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Darrell was a great Pilot and always fun to fly with. We will always miss him. Carol
David Shilliday
September 22, 2008
Had the best of times flying 767 trips to England , with him,back in the early '90's.
He will be missed.
Beau & Barbara Adams
September 22, 2008
Captain Darrell was a great pilot and gentleman. We all enjoyed his sense of humor and knew it would be a great trip when Darrell was onboard!
His Piedmont family is going to miss him! Our deepest sympathy to the Gordon Family.
Kirsten Green
September 22, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Gordon, Mark, and to the entire family. May joyful memories help to ease the burden of this most difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Michael Green and Kirsten Santianni-Green
Richard Smith
September 21, 2008
To fly "West" is a flight we must all make one day. Captain Gordon has gone ahead to make it a safer journey for all of us...my thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Peter C. Thyrre
September 21, 2008
Although "times were different", we sure could use pilots and folks like Darrell helping run things around here. Always professional and having a kind, positive word, Darrell is and will be sorely missed. It was one of my pleasures to have known and worked for him.
Russell Maugans
September 21, 2008
He taught us not just how to fly well, but to live as gentlemen. Captain Gordon, save us a right seat. You will always be in the left. Russell Maugans
Bob Gattanella
September 21, 2008
So Sorry to hear about Darrells
passing. He was a great guy and will
be missed.
mark hopkins
September 21, 2008
You have left your mark on all who knew you. go from labor to refreshment.
Brian Murray
September 21, 2008
As a new first officer at Piedmont I had the priviledge of flying with Darrell on many occasions. I learned how to fly, how to treat the customer, and how to take care of my fellow employees. Darrell was the best and will be fondly remembered and missed by all.
Marilyn and Debbie Brown
September 20, 2008
On behalf of Capt. Jim Brown's family, we send our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
Pam Horton
September 20, 2008
It seems like just yesterday that I was flying here, there, and everywhere with Darrell. He was always one of my favorites. He will be so missed by everyone who knew and loved him.
My deepest condolences and sympathy to his family.
David Desmarais
September 20, 2008
Darrell will be sorely missed by all who knew him. I expecially enjoyed flying with him and have fond memories of our trips. My deepest condolences to his family.
Sincerely,
David O. Desmarais
Jim Currie
September 20, 2008
Darrell was one of the good guys. He was my first cheif pilot when I joined Piedmnot and he treated me well. He will be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with the Gordon family. Rest easy my friend.
Mary Crawford
September 20, 2008
Kyle,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of greif. May your memories bring you comfort.
With love,
Mary
Freddie Trebby
September 20, 2008
Darrell, you are a large part of the best of the best memories of my flying career, the early days when I was still wide-eyed & in awe even after having grown up in the airline industry.
I wish you strong tailwinds, brilliant & calm sunsets & a huge grin. Make a nest up there for the rest of us to join you, OK?!
Love & comfort to your family, Darrell,
F/A Freddie Trebby (Retired)
MAXIE (SLACK)BRIEN
September 20, 2008
TO ALL WHO LOVED AND KNEW DARRELL GORDON. AS A CREW MEMBER WHO LOVED TO FLY WITH HIM, I SEND MY HEART FELT CONDOLENCES FOR THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Gary O'Toole
September 20, 2008
I met Darrell through Quiet Birdman, but had heard many stories about him. Darrell was fun to talk to and had many good stories from the Piedmont Airlines days. He lived where I had a condo and when we would see each other it would always end up with at least 30 minutes aof hangar talk. Good guy.
Faye Owens
September 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
We all loved flying with Darrell. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Faye Owens
Piedmont/USAir
Jason Pence
September 20, 2008
Blue skies and Tailwinds forever, Darrell. We'll miss ya buddy, you were one of a kind!!
Jason Pence, Shae Leighland and all of the National Capitol Squadron CAF
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