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Anita GORDON Obituary
Anita was a native of Stratton, Ohio, and was a Peninsula resident for 53 years. She was a former member of Yorkminster Presbyterian Church. She loved flowers and gardening.
Anita was the beloved wife of Earl J. Gordon; and the beloved mother of James Gordon, John Gordon and his wife Terri, and Ron Gordon, all of Yorktown; and a daughter, Pamela Gordon Campbell, and her husband Randy of Gloucester. She is also survived by three brothers; four sisters; three grandsons, Robin, Jacob and Zach; two step-grandsons, Randy Jr. and Scotty Campbell; and two dogs, Chrissy and Missy.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 19, 2010, in the chapel of Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. The family will receive friends following the service in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the SPCA, 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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June 23, 2010
Dear Pam,
May you feel the comforting presence of God at this time and always. Even though I never met your mother, it's mot hard to determine that she was a wonderful women. My strongest prayers are with you. Lee, Ann, and Ashley
Becky Eller
June 22, 2010
Pam I am sorry for the loss of your mother. And know you and your family are in my prayers. Pam our love goes out to.
Myria Strickland
June 21, 2010
Although I did not know Mrs. Gordon, I know how much her daughter loved her mother, so she surely was a wonderful lady. My sympathies to the entire Gordon Family, and love to Pam.
June 21, 2010
Everyone of you know how much your Mom and wife meant to me.How many times did we pass receipes back and forth and how many times did I say God Bless to Earl when he was popping corn and snezed at the stove in your kitchen out of my kitchen window.Love and my thoughts to you all Jan
Robert Seaford
June 20, 2010
Gordon Family,
Kathy and I are very sorry to hear of your loss. Mrs Gordon was always so kind and sweet. You all are in our prayers in this most difficult time.
Carl Nelson
June 17, 2010
I was very sorry to learn of Aunt Anita's passing. My heartfelt sympathies to all of you.
June 17, 2010
Mr. Gordon,
I talk to mom yesterday and was so thankful that we were able to come and see Mrs. Gordan last week. I know this is a hard loss and if there is anything that we could do please let us know our hearts are very heavy also. Mrs. Gordon was a wonderful person and our family loves you all very much.
Kim Maynard Collins
Rose Kovacic
June 17, 2010
Jimmy, John, Ronnie & Pam & U. Earl:
Know that you are in all of our thoughts and that you will get thru this day by day.
June 17, 2010
Uncle Earl, Jim, John, Ron & Pam and family. We are so saddened to hear of Aunt Anita's death. We are sorry that we won't be able to be there to offer comfort but please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. With Love, Cheryl (Coccitto) and Bob Josson, Ashtabula. OH
Chris Shipley
June 17, 2010
Terri, John & Family
I just saw the notice in the paper this morning. Please know that we are praying for you during this difficult time. HUGS!
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