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Christopher Gordon Obituary
born May 9th, 1967 in Flagstaff, Arizona died March 2nd 2014 in Glendale, Arizona after a long and valiant struggle with Lupus. He is survived by his wife, Sherye L. Gordon, a daughter, Mackenzie Gordon, his ward, Jesse Sturgiss, sisters Melissa Sandorf, Melinda Quinlan, brothers Blaine Gordon, Benjamin Gordon and his parents, Marvin and Suzanne Gordon. Christopher was a loving husband and father. He loved computers, water skiing, boating, and all things mechanical. He was a computer network specialist. His fondest work memories were working for Govenor Jane Hull and for the Arizona Water Dept. He packed a lot of living into his 46 years. Life was never dull when you were with him, even in his illness, he was fun. He has left a hole in our lives. He will be missed and remembered. A celebration of Chris' life will be held on March 22nd, at 1:00pm at Lake Mary, Flagstaff, Arizona.
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Jack Lavelle
March 7, 2020
Chris, old man, you're still gone, so what's up with that? I know I still talk to you occasionally, though not as often as I have in the past. I'll try to do better this next year. I'm getting a little loopy now I'm in my early 70s, and you'd get a laugh out of that. You'd challenge me, I know that, which is the thing I miss most with you gone. Yours is still the thorniest intellect I've ever come across. I know you don't believe in the customary cosmology, so try to give me a little clue about what's going on around the corner from reality if you can, brother. As I have said before, I miss you.
March 21, 2014
Sherye, Kenzie and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Chris's passing. We remember going to your wedding, seeing your new houses (2) and meeting your little baby girl, Mackenzie. You are in our prayers for comfort and healing during this time. Rest assured, Chris is with his King in Heaven. We'll visit with you all at his service tomorrow. Love to all and God bless. Judy & Steve Felsot
Dollie Tewa
March 19, 2014
Sherye and MacKenzie, So sorry on your loss. He was a great friend and collegue at Water Resources. He is well now and on his journey to a better place. He will await us when our time comes. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both. Take care! He will surely be missed.
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Beth Truluck-Langston
March 17, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Wish I had gotten a chance to meet Chris. He sounded like an amazing man.
Jane Dee Hull
March 17, 2014
Beginning with my days in the House of Representatives, I have worked with and admired Chris Gordon, and never more so than in these last years of illness. When we were in the Secretary of States Office, Chris would bring his "little" daughter Mackenzie to visit. It was fun to watch her grow and become the lovely young lady she is today.
In the Governor's office Chris again, with unfailing good humor, kept us up with the fast changing technology that we all expected at our fingertips. Chris Gordon loved his
wife, Sherye, and Mackenzie; his family, his state office family..his Water Resources family, and his many friends. He was always interested in what was new, what was current, what was going on in state government and how funny the current "Dilbert" cartoon was. I will continue to read it and think of Chris Gordon, the strength, the humor, the "techie" and a good friend. May God be with you Chris, and please keep Heaven laughing!
Ted Ferris
March 17, 2014
Sherye--I am truly sorry to learn of Chris' passing and his (and your) suffering under the weight of his disease. If the memorial service is open to guests, I would like to attend and pay my respects representing those in Governor Hull's service who loved Chris and the joy he brought to our work. Ted Ferris ([email protected]).
Randy Wiley
March 16, 2014
I'm very sorry to hear about this, Sherye. Your family has my deepest sympathy. RIP, Chris.
Rich & Patti Phillips
March 16, 2014
I really enjoyed the little time that I was able to spend (at the Drag Races with Ben & Chris) with Chris!! His love for life and family was evident throughout our conversation!!! Chris will be missed!!
Our love, and prayers are with Sherye and his kids (Mackenzie and Jesse) in this time of sorrow. Our prayers are that God will surround his entire family and provide comfort and love.
God Bless,
Rich & Patti Phillips
Erin Benson
March 16, 2014
Chris was brilliant and kind. I am truly honored to have known him. He taught me an awful lot and I will always be grateful. My love and deepest sympathies to his amazing family. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Jack Lavelle
March 16, 2014
Chris, you checked out without even a wave!
You suffered terribly. I know that and I am sorry. You are, in so many ways, my hero.
You are also one of the best friends I've ever had. You and I sat and talked for hours and hours, each knowing the other's thought trail. It didn't matter that no one else understood us. Now, I don't have anyone to sit in the chair across from me.
When something like this happens, it's natural to say, "I meant to visit more often than I did." But we did have some good times in the last few years, especially on your boat up at the lake.
What I really wish today is we lived in the same neighborhood so I could have been of more help on a daily basis.
Our friendship has only been interrupted. We will hook up down the line a bit. Until then, amigo, thanks for being in my life.
Matt Mickelson
March 16, 2014
You will be missed my friend. Prayers to your family.
Kathleen Hawkins
March 14, 2014
Sherye-I am praying for you as you heal from this loss. I know Chris was so sick for so long, and that his battle was shared by both of you. I'll continue to pray for wisdom for you over the next several months as you adjust to your "new normal." Sending a hug...
Lisa Davis
March 13, 2014
Sherye - I am so sorry to hear about your loss! Please know that I am thinking of you!
Yolanda Abinet-Mattice
March 12, 2014
Chris will really be missed! I am so happy I had the privilege to work with him and enjoy his wonderful strength and sense of humor.
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