Gordon Procter Frost, Jr.

Gordon Procter Frost, Jr., age 83, of New Johnsonville, TN passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, surrounded by family.

Gordon was born on February 9, 1942, in Teaneck, NJ. The son of Gordon Procter Frost, Sr. and Beulah Grace (Grau) Frost.

Gordon graduated from Pine Bush High School in Pine Bush, NY in 1961. In 1962, Gordon joined the United States Air Force. He proudly served as a weapons specialist during the Vietnam War Era. Gordon was honorably discharged in 1966.

Gordon was well known for his passion for service. He dedicated 60+ years to serving his communities as a Volunteer Fireman in several different capacities and fire companies. He has held the following positions: Fireman, Chief twice, Commissioner and President with the Grahamsville FD. At the time of his death, he still held Honorary Active member status with Pioneer Engine Company in Ellenville, NY, Active Life Member of the Grahamsville FD and both Past Presidents Sullivan County Volunteer Firefighters and Chiefs Associations. He was also a member of the Fire Association of the State of New York.

Gordon was proud to be a NYS Fire Safety Instructor from 1985-1997. He took pleasure in judging parades, marching in parades and the brotherhood he shared with his fellow firefighters.

Gordon began his career in the Heating Oil industry in 1967 driving an oil truck and eventually was trained in servicing oil burners; retiring in 2007 from Agway in Liberty, NY.

At the time of his death, he was married to Linda Lorraine (Seeley) Frost on May 7, 2005, in Grahamsville, NY. He moved with Linda to Tennessee in 2007 and worked security at Dupont for several years.

Gordon and Linda belong to the Waverly United Methodist Church and were welcomed into the church family.

Gordon loved NASCAR, football and spending time with family. He held his relationships close to his heart and his family and friends were of utmost importance to him.

A one-of-a-kind individual, Gordon P. Frost Jr, will be remembered for his remarkable spirit, the warmth he exuded, and the love he shared with those around him. His legacy of service, kindness, joy, and family devotion will undoubtedly continue to resonate in the lives of all who knew him.

Family Members Surviving and Predeceased

Wife – Linda Lorraine (Seeley) Frost – New Johnsonville, TN

Brother – Charles Leland Frost of Pine Bush, NY and his wife preceded in death Carol Frost

Sister – Preceded in death Elizabeth Ann (Frost) Lutz and her husband William Lutz

Sons – James Procter Frost and Gregory Loren Frost (Sara); Preceded in death - John “Jack” Charles Frost

Daughter – Paula Marie (Conklin) Lalor (Michael)

Grandchildren – Katelyn Marie Frost, Elizabeth Frost, Caroline Frost and Nelson Frost

He was blessed with many bonus family members.

Sons- David Allen Hook; Preceded in death – Robert Asa Hook

Daughters- Pamela Suzanne (Hook) Yoli (Frank) and Tricia Renee Decker

Grandchildren- Jessica Brown (Jason), Chase E. Hook, Cody Hook, Carson Hook, Ariella Barkley (Thomas), Miranda Hamlin (Scott), Karisa Yoli, Tristian Martin, Richie Klein (Heather), Sarah Klein (Imari) and Jacob Klein

Great Grandchildren- Cole Brown, Brayden Barkley, Clarissa Martin, Thea Klein and Ella Klein

He also has a beloved extensive extended family of nieces, nephews and their children.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local Volunteer Fire Department.

A Celebration of Life is scheduled for 1:00pm, Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the Waverly United Methodist Church in Waverly, TN. Visitation will be held from 11:00am until service time.

Arrangements by Humphreys County Funeral Home (931) 296-5955