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Ellen Gordon Obituary


Ellen Gordon  
On Friday, May 15, 2020, Ellen Gordon, of Rockville, MD. Beloved wife of the late Jules Gordon; devoted mother of Shana (William) Godfrey, Michael (Gena) Gordon and Martha (Michael) Schmidt; beloved sister of Susan Zevin and the late David Zevin; cherished grandmother of Samantha, Casey, Jacob, Meyer, Spencer and Hazel. Funeral services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (cbf.org) or the American Cancer Society (cancer.org). Services entrusted to Sagel Bloomfield Danzansky Goldberg Funeral Care.www.sagelbloomfield.com  

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Published by The Washington Post from May 17 to May 19, 2020.

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Joanie Grosfeld

May 11, 2025

Ellen was like sunshine. She was kind with a big heart. I miss her. Love, Joanie

Joanie Grosfeld

May 11, 2024

I will always remember Ellen. She was a bright light in the world. Her kindness was so beautiful as she was. Love always, Joanie

Joanie Grosfeld

May 11, 2023

I will always remember Ellen as a very kind sweet person. I wish she was still around to add her beautiful sunshine to the world. Love, Joanie

Joanie Grosfeld

May 11, 2022

Ellen had a beautiful smile and was such a warm caring person. She made a difference in the world. Though I didn't see her often, I'll always remember her big heart. I am so sorry that she isn't here with us today. Much Love always.

Joanie Grosfeld

May 12, 2021

Ellen stood out as someone so beautiful and special inside and out. She was so kind and always warm hearted. I knew her from our old neighborhood. She was a great swimmer on the Rock Creek pool swim team, so graceful like the person she was. I miss her and wish she was still in the world. Love, Joanie

Elaine LeDoux

May 11, 2021

I can’t believe a year has gone by since Ellen passed. I think of her almost daily and still have a hard time but I will always have so many wonderful memories of her. Rest In Peace Ellen

Siobhan Moose

May 18, 2020

I had the honor of knowing Ellen and Jules during his illness. He was a dear, dear man--such a cheerful, kind person. But to see Ellen care for him, week after week, year after year...that was a lesson in love and devotion. She was loving, funny, smart and a fierce advocate for anything he needed. It was clear they were deeply, deeply in love. We talked a lot about our kids, and it was obvious that she was an extraordinary mother. I've come to know hundreds, if not thousands, of people during my career, and many were memorable people. But, Ellen and Jules have a very special place in my memory. I'm grateful and honored to have been a small part of their lives at a tough time. My deepest condolences

Joanie (Bender) Grosfeld

May 18, 2020

I am so sorry to hear about Ellen's passing. We lived in the same neighborhood and she and I were on the rock creek swim team. I remember what a beautiful delightful person she was. I am so sad about the news. I know though she has made a difference in so many lives. I found her so special and so lovable. Joanie

scot brewer

May 18, 2020

Dear Gordon Family,I am so sorry to hear about Ellen.I had the great pleasure of knowing your parents for 35 years. Both Jules and Ellen were two of the nicest people I ever met. You are all in my thoughts. Be well. Scot Brewer

N. S.

May 17, 2020

My deepest sympathy to the family of Ellen Gordon. May you be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father cares for you . He will give you strength and courage to cope with your grief.
Psalm 94:17-19

Elaine LeDoux

May 16, 2020

Ellen, Rest In Peace...we will always You helped me become the person I am❤

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