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Thinking of you, Claire. You are missed.
Janice Konstantinidis
June 01, 2023 | Friend
Los Angeles, California
1919 - 2016
January 23, 1919 - June 3, 2016 Claire, the daughter of William and Reba Phillips, graduated from Los Angeles High School at age 16, having skipped two years. She attended UCLA, where she was a member of the Alumni Association, and received her degree from UC Berkeley in 1939. While secretary...
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Janice Konstantinidis
June 01, 2023 | Friend
I was sorry to learn of Claire's passing. My mother, Gloria Goldner Kaye (1925-2013) was a first cousin of Claire's first husband Irving Gordon. Their fathers were brothers, who also had four sisters. When I learned about Claire's book, "My Unforgettable Jazz Friends," I ordered copies for my mom and for me. Irving was my most well-known relative. I spoke to Claire once and she surely had a long, interesting and productive life. Sincere condolences to her sons. Age differences and geography...
James Kaye
October 19, 2016 | Boynton Beach, FL
Heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Claire Gordon. May you find solace in the warm, caring and fond memories you carry of her as well as through the legacy of the novels she wrote. I had an opportunity to care for Claire for a period of time and through that experience was able to help promote her book "The Color of Music," the story of twin brothers raised apart who meet through music. I am a twin myself, which thrilled Claire to no end! We never failed to have delightful...
Carol Ann Starr, R.N.
June 14, 2016 | San Luis Obispo, CA
Lisa & I were lucky to meet Claire & Joe about four years ago. Our lunches & dinners were always fascinating. What a life Claire had! Our condolences to Joe and all of the family and friends of Claire. It was an honor and a privilege to have known her.
Chuck & Lisa
June 14, 2016 | Paso Robles, CA
I will miss my beloved grandma very much, but she graced me with many fond memories.
Jonathan Gordon
June 14, 2016 | Tracy, CA
She lived a long and busy life; will be remembered and missed by many. Our thoughts are with you, Joe, and the family.
Jean and Guillermo Galvan
Jean and Guillermo Galvan
June 13, 2016 | Anaheim, CA
Strength, a fine mind, and using her literary ability to the end of her life. Those are the qualities of Claire that shine in my recollections. Our deepest condolences to Joe. May memories of good moments comfort you. Claire's spirit lives on in all who knew her.
Torre & Larry
June 13, 2016 | San Luis Obispo
Sincere condolences to Claire's family. May God grant you peace in the days ahead.
June 10, 2016
Hilary got the nomination Claire.
Here's to a life well lived. We had some good laughs.
Janice
June 09, 2016 | Paso Robles, CA