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Gordon Tillson Obituary
Mar 27, 1927
Carmel
Gordon Arthur Tillson
Gordon Tillson died in Carmel after a long illness. He grew up in Modesto and served in the US Coast Guard from 1944-1946. In 1950 he earned a degree in Civil Engineering from Stanford University and went to work for the city of San Mateo before a career with Wilsey Ham. In 1964 Gordon started Gordon A Tillson and Associates in the Peninsula area. He was a member of the Common Wealth Club of CA and the Monterey Peninsula Stanford Club.
In 1990 Gordon retired and moved full time to Carmel where he spent time golfing and volunteering for Meals-on-Wheels. He often times would have a small bouquet of home grown flowers for some of the elders on his route. He was a proud member of the 20/40 Club of Carmel and SIRS Stillwater Club.
Gordon is survived by his wife of 68 years, Pat, and was predeceased by two sons, Mark and Matt. Other survivors include his granddaughter and four great grandchildren.
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As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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As you remember your loved one and reflect on treasured memories, May you take comfort in the scriptures found at Romans 15: 4&5.
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