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Ronald Gordon Obituary

On August 31, 2008, Ronald S. Gordon, of Palm Coast, Fla., and formerly of Blacksburg, Va., peacefully passed after a two year brave battle with esophageal cancer. Faithful husband for 45 years, he is survived by his wife, Joan; and five children, Mary Gordon, Bill Gordon (Janice Meador), Edie Gordon Summers, Sarah Gordon Heil (Ken Heil), and Kate Gordon Clement (Andy Clement). Ron had five loving grandsons, Connor and Gavin Heil, Zachary and Jacob Clement, and Trajan Dering. A memorial celebration of Ron's life will be held on September 28, 2008, at Cliff Lodge at Snowbird, Utah. RSVP if you plan attend. A private burial service will be held on Ron's birthday, September 29, 2008, in Salt Lake. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ronald S. Gordon Endowed Undergraduate Scholarship in Materials Science & Engineering, Office of University Development, Virginia Tech, MC 0336, 902 Prices Fork Road, Blacksburg, Va. 24061.
Published by Roanoke Times on Sep. 10, 2008.

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Billy Gordon

October 9, 2008

Pop,

You provided many wonderful memories and experiences for us. You lived life on your own terms and never feared the unknown. You were always an inspiration to me. Your legacy will live on in everyone you touched with your wit and intelligence. You will always be loved greatly. Billy, Janice, and Trajan

Mary Gordon

October 9, 2008

I'll love you Pop and I'll miss you very much. Love, Mary

Kate Clement

September 12, 2008

We love you Pappy, may you rest in peace, pain free. You are here with us in spirit now and always.
Love
Kate, Andy, Jakie and Zachy

Katherine St. John

September 11, 2008

Dear Edie, Joan, Sarah and all,
We are saddened to hear about the passing of Ron. We know the absence of a person we love so much is hard to accept at first. In a way we can envy those that go before us, they know the mysteries and will share them with us someday. You are a beautiful family and we have loved being a part of many things with you over the years. You all exude love and we both wish you all love and happiness as you pass through this difficult time. Your loving friends in Salt Lake. Lloyd and Katherine

Edie Summers

September 11, 2008

I miss you so much. Love now and always, Edie

Sarah Heil

September 10, 2008

We love you, Pop and will miss you dearly...Sarah, Ken, Gavin and Connor

Joan Gordon

September 10, 2008

This book is for you, my sweetheart. I know you are near. My love always.

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