Portsmouth, Virginia
Gordon, Edward Henry, Jr., passed away at home, at 101, on April 6, 2021, in Richmond, Va.In the early 1930's the family moved to Portsmouth, Va. where he and his three siblings attended and graduated from Craddock H.S. During WWII, Ed worked at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, building ships to...
Read MoreThe short time I´ve known Mr Gordon has been such a blessing. He brought such joy, and a friendship into my life I´ll Always treasure. You´re home now walking the streets of gold. Such a privilege! I´ll miss you and much love. Ellen
Ellen Scott
April 13, 2021
I have only known Ed for a few years. We were members of the Adam Fellowship Men's Sunday School Class at First Baptist Church. After learning that Ed was 100 years old, I wanted to bond with him. He was truly a Christian Brother in the Lord. For a man of his age, he was truly endowed with good health and sound stamina. Later on, I began to call him my, "INSPIRATION". Hoping I will live as long as he did. He will be missed however, I believe he's in a better place. Your little...
Frederick Braxton
April 11, 2021
Rest In Peace old Cradock boy.
Your classmates and most of your oldest friends are long gone and waiting for you at rest.
My sympathy to family and friends.
Bernie Kirsch
April 11, 2021 | Friend
