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Jonathan Gordon Obituary
Service Wednesday, 12 Noon, at The Chapel, 8851 Skokie Blvd., Skokie (at Niles Center Rd.). The service will be livestreamed on Jon's webpage at www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Marist High School, www.marist.net/support-marist/donate-now/ Info: The Goldman Funeral Group (847) 478-1600.
Memories and Condolences
for Jonathan Gordon
41 Entries
Coach Pat Savage
December 9, 2023
Thinking of Jon today. I met him as a student athlete at Glenbrook North High School. Then later our paths crosses as he coached his high school teams running at Niles West HS. He was a very kind and generous man and always did the best for his student athletes. May he rest in peace.
Gail Goldman
December 8, 2023
My thoughts & prayers are with your family at this time.
Gail Goldman
Lori
December 7, 2023
I can't believe it has been a year. Miss you Jon
Kevin Konczak
April 11, 2023
Jon was my room mate at NMU, living at 309 Center in Marquette, we ran XC as team mates. It was a house of team mates-Jon was driven to be the best runner he could be. Gone too soon, RIP Jon.
Jewel Kaplan
January 31, 2023
Dear Marilyn and Bob, I´m sending my warmest condolences to you and your family. Love, Jewel
Mark E Morgan
December 19, 2022
My condolences to the Gordon family. I was an assistant track and field coach at Northside Prep for two years under Jon. In all my many years of coaching I have never met a more dedicated, loyal coach. He truly had the well-being of all his athletes foremost in his mind. The world of high school athletics needs more coaches like Coach Gordon. He will be sorely missed.
Charlie Mesimore
December 16, 2022
I was fortunate enough to be coached by Jon Gordon at Northside College Prep from 2007-2011. Some favorite memories would include winning regional and city cross country championships, trips to Peoria for meets, and some of the pasta parties you could imagine! He truly was a great source of knowledge about the sport and a fixture in the NCP and CPS communities throughout his tenure. I´ll always have fond memories of coach and the impact he had on my and other young runners lives. Peace be to his memory and condolences to the Gordon family for he will be missed.
Dave Ullrich
December 15, 2022
As the father of one of Jon´s athletes and a lifelong runner myself, I have never seen a more inspiring, dedicated, and caring coach in my life. The lessons he taught and encouragement he gave will be with all those he coached for their entire lives. May he rest in peace. Dave Ullrich.
Ellen Youniss
December 15, 2022
My sincere condolences to the Gordon family. My son met Coach Gordon on freshman orientation day at Northside College Prep, and he recruited him on the spot to the cross country team even though my son had never gone for a run a day in his life. That changed the course of my son´s life, from feeling successful when he devoted himself to something, to getting in shape and being healthy, to meeting a diverse and accepting community of runners, to making friends for life. Multiply that by the thousands of lives of young runners and coaches and you can imagine the positive, selfless impact Coach Gordon had. While Coach Gordon is gone, his spirit and impact endure.
Cuitlahuac Pineda Youniss
December 14, 2022
The news of Jon's passing is immensely sad and hard to put into words because of the impact he has had on my life.
I met Jon during my freshman year of high-school where he convinced me to try out for the Northside Cross Country team. The whole team and I could see right away how selfless of a man he was as he poured his heart and time into the team over the years. How Jon juggled work, life, and the team is beyond me but he figured out a way to do it and he made it look so effortless.
Jon leading the boys team to a city championship my senior year and regional championship my junior year was such an epic feeling and are memories that I will keep with me forever. Jon's famous pasta parties over the years was another fun memory because it brought the students so much closer together and showed us how cross country did not have to be 100% intensity and serious every day and could also be a way to connect with others.
Because of Jon, I went onto to run in college where I met all of my lifelong friends and this summer I just got back from attending one my best friend's wedding who I met on the cross country team - all of this would not have been possible without Jon convincing me that one day my freshman year to join cross country.
Over the years I always wanted to email him to let him know how strong of an impact he has had on my life and it brings me to tears knowing I will not be able to tell him this anymore but Im sure he knew this already.
To his family - thank you for raising such a great and kind person He was nothing but positivity in this world and I will remember him, his ethics, and his lessons for the rest of my life.
Renee Gross
December 14, 2022
Dearest Marilyn and Bob,
So sorry for your tremendous loss.
I so remember Jon as a little boy, kind and sweet, and active and hearing about him from you as he grew up and especially while he was in Jacksonville attending college and graduate school and how much he loved coaching.
I was so moved by today's service, especially by Tony's loving thoughts and by Lori (as beautiful as ever) relaying their conversations and his positive attitude during his hospital stay.
My deepest condolences to both of you, & to Larry, Lori, and Tony.
Lovingly,
Renée
The Staff at Panos & Associates
December 14, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the Gordon Family. He was a unique individual and will be greatly missed.
Maruja Yoshimura
December 14, 2022
My deepest condolences to the Gordon family. Coach Gordon was my coach at Northside. He was a great coach who brought our team together through tough practices and pasta dinners. He was a generous man and a coach that I will never forget.
Ted and Karen Itin
December 14, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jovan Marsh & Sandra Mitchell
December 14, 2022
My mother and I are deeply saddened to hear about Coach Gordon´s passing. We send our deepest condolences. I wish I could tell him thank you for everything he has done for me. He believed in me when I didn´t believe in myself. He was a great coach and an amazing man who always went out of his way for the ones he cared about. He went above and beyond for me and I am eternally grateful to have known coach. May god bless you all.
Nancy Nelson
December 13, 2022
So very sorry to read of your loss. He was a great soul and I´m certain he will be missed by all who knew him.
I know no words can stop the pain a parent feels when losing a child. May God be with you and your family.
Yolaine Dauphin
December 13, 2022
Dear Marilyn and Justice Gordon,
I met Jonathan while working for Justice Freeman many years ago. While Jonathan was working as an attorney, it was not hard to know his true passion. The walls of his office were covered with articles about track and field, inviting questions about his work as a coach. We only have to look at the notes in this book to know it was work well done. He left a legacy of athletes, coaches, and friends who knew him to be a kind and compassionate person who truly cared for the athletes in his programs and set them up for success. May the memories you cherish of him and the reminders of his living legacy bring you comfort and peace. Sincere condolences upon the loss of a loved son.
The Olsen Family
December 13, 2022
We are heartbroken over the loss of Coach Gordon. He was a wonderful coach to our boys and the team, celebrating the achievements of every athlete. We will miss him tremendously. Our deepest sympathies.
Caroline, Eric, Danny and Andrew Olsen
Coach Pat Savage
December 13, 2022
I have known Jon since he was a student athlete at Glenbrook North HS. I have followed his illustrious career as a coach. Every year at the "Savage" Cross Country Invite at Niles West he would tell me that he still has the plaque he won back when he was running for GBN. I admired Jon and his work ethic. Jon was a great role model for all his student athletes. Jon will be missed by many as his life was cut so short. Sending condolences and prayers to and for his family. Coach Pat Savage
Chuck Milbert
December 13, 2022
Jon,
I am so saddened to hear about your passing. You will be missed by all but the work you have done and legacy you have left will live on. From athletes to those who coached with you, our lives are forever touched by your passion, knowledge and ability to inspire.
Thank you for all you have taught me and what you have done for our young athletes across the city.
Chuck Milbert (Northside Prep Assistant Track and Field and Cross-Country coach)
Joel
December 12, 2022
Keeping the family in my warmest thoughts as they navigate this difficult time
Maureen and Michael Jordan
December 12, 2022
Maureen and I extend to you, Marilyn and Bob, and your family, our heartfelt condolences. There can be nothing worse than the loss of a child. Jonathan's loss will be a great loss to his many student athletes and all who knew him. May his memory be a blessing to his family and countless friends. The Jordans
Joan Tom and Sammy McNamara
December 12, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the Gordon family . Coach Gordon will be deeply missed by the Marist track members. He inspired the boys to always do their best and rewarded them with his kind words and detailed list of the boys achievements at the banquets each year. We are so grateful to have known him.
Thoughts and payers to his parents and family.
Gail & David Eisenberg
December 12, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of your immense loss. May his memory be a blessing.
Jay Wesley
December 12, 2022
Marilyn and Rob,
I am in shock. We were just discussing the upcoming Track & Field season together less than a week ago! My heart goes out to the both of you for your tremendous loss! Words simply cannot express the sorrow. Let me begin by stating that it was an honor and privilege to coach alongside Jon these past few years. He was a very generous and compassionate man who loved showing others how to reach and achieve for their dreams. I can only surmise that this great gift and his love for others was given to him by the both of you. Thankyou both! I will miss him dearly!
Justice Shelvin L M Hall, ret.
December 12, 2022
Dear Bob, Marilyn and family. I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your exceptionally talented son. Your loss is our loss. I Pray for your strength and patience and the love of your family.
Justice Shelvin L M Hall, ret.
Fredrick H. Bates
December 12, 2022
My most sincere condolences on your loss Justice Gordon. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rich and Toni Crowley
December 12, 2022
Our sincere condolences to your family. Our son attends Marist and Jon Gordon was a part of the Marist family. We pray for you and your family at this most difficult time.
Brandon Davis
December 12, 2022
Coach Gordon,
You helped so many athletes, but also other coaches. In one of my struggling life moments, you took a chance on me, brought me on board at Marist and helped me navigate my start in my coaching career. I have now grown more in the field of coaching, helping multiple Cross Country and Track athletes and Coaches all thanks to you. To the Gordon Family, I send my sincerest condolences. May Jon Rest in Peace.
Mary Schostok
December 12, 2022
Dear Justice Gordon and family, My heart goes out to all on your tremendous loss. Johnathon sounds like a fabulous young man, and far too young to leave this earth. You are all in my prayers.
Janie and Joe Vulich
December 11, 2022
Coach Gordon´s love of running and coaching style was such a positive influence on our son. We loved the way he always brought the team together. It always brought tears to my eyes when Coach would bring his own parents to the team banquets at the end of each season. You could see how much he loved his parents and how proud he was of them. Condolences to his family and loved ones.
Jerry Goldman
December 11, 2022
Dear Bob, Marilyn and Family,
It is with great greivance and sympathy that I read about Jon. The three of us go back to 1951 sharing the same locker since 1952. Other than wishing you and the family my sincesest sympathy I truly do not know what else to say. A child is a child is a child.
Bertina Lampkin
December 11, 2022
Dear Justice and Mrs. Gordon, I am so saddened by the news of the loss of your beloved son. I pray that your faith will sustain you during the coming years.
Justice Bertina Lampkin
Susan Cigelnik
December 11, 2022
JON....
A quietly strong kind impassioned track runner star...and student of American Law.,
You where remarkable in your short powerful life..,
And did it your way..
Rest in peace ...
Aunt Susan
Paul Warshauer
December 11, 2022
On behalf of the former campers and staff of the Camp Waupaca Reunion group we offer our sincere condolences. Jon was a wonderful camper loved by all. May his memory be a blessing.
Eli Yurick
December 11, 2022
I knew Coach Gordon from our times at River Park track and meets in Chicago. Our teams had good relationships with each other. He was a great coach who worked well with his kids. He was a great story teller, who had great meets for all athletes. I loved his enthusiasm and positive outlook. He will be sorely missed. Peace to his memory and family.
Coach Eli Yurick
Von Steuben High School.
Paul Ponce
December 11, 2022
I'm sorry to learn of the passing of Jon. My condolences go out to his family.
Judge Wayne Rhine (ret)
December 11, 2022
Robert and family: My heartfelt sympathies for your loss. May his memories always be a blessing.
sympathies for your loss. May his memories always be a blessing
Gail Goldman
December 11, 2022
Marilyn & Bob,
My heart is broken for your family. Unfortunately, I know what you´re going through.
Please accept my most sincere condolences.
Arlene and Ray Handler
December 11, 2022
So very sorry for your loss. Very sad.
Charlotte and Greg Mesimore
December 11, 2022
Coach Jon Gordon was by far the most positive and influential person in our son's Charlie's four years at Northside College Prep High School. A wonderful coach and even better person, he will be deeply missed by all blessed to know him. Peace be to his memory. Charlotte and Greg Mesimore
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