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Dena Gordon Obituary

Dena Greenberg Gordon, of Pikesville, Maryland, passed away on Monday, January 26th, 2026, at the age of 75. She is survived by her loving children, Danielle (Stephen) Petrycki, Glenn Gordon (Sarah David), and Mike Gordon; siblings, Judy (Howard) Karsh, Rita (Stanley) Nemeroff, and Sheila Lansinger; brother-in-law, Michael Griver; grandchildren, Mason Conner, William Petrycki, Cyrus Gordon, and Mira Gordon; as well as by many nieces and nephews, countless friends, and many other family members. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Michael Gordon; and sister, Nessa Griver.

Dena lived a full, vibrant, and joyful life. She made friends wherever she went and was deeply loyal to those who remained part of her life over the years, valuing lifelong friendships and the close-knit communities she built around her. She was devoted to her family and took great pride in being a loving mother and grandmother, offering unwavering love, support, and connection. Dena had strong convictions that was shaped by her values, culture, and life experiences - qualities that made her spirited, authentic, and deeply human. She will be remembered for her warmth, loyalty, laughter, and the lasting impact she had on all who knew her.

Services at Sol Levinson's Chapel, 8900 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, Maryland 21208, on Friday, January 30th, 2026, at 12:30 pm. Interment Baltimore Hebrew Berrymans Lane Cemetery, 318 Berrymans Lane, Reisterstown, MD 21136. Please omit flowers. Please check Levinson's website for shiva information.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Baltimore Sun from Jan. 28 to Jan. 29, 2026.

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