Gordon Lyle Heflin

Gordon Lyle Heflin obituary, Houston, TX

Gordon Lyle Heflin

Gordon Heflin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Claire Brothers Funeral Home - Houston on Mar. 7, 2023.

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Gordon Lyle Heflin, 62, passed away Friday, March 3, 2023 surrounded by family after having suffered a severe stroke a week prior. Gordon was born January 28th, 1961 in Marrero, Louisiana to Talmadge and Janice Heflin, and settled in Houston with his parents in 1969. Gordon married Rebecca Turner on June 3rd, 1980, and was a devoted husband for 43 years. He was employed with Houston Lighting and Power, now CenterPoint Energy, working diligently at the same company for 43 years.
Gordon will be remembered for his deep love of his family, diligent work ethic, grit, calming presence, and his fabulous sense of humor. He shared his love of animals, particularly stray dogs, his delight in helping others, and enjoyment of the outdoors, along with many invaluable life lessons with his daughters and granddaughters. His steadfast support and unconditional love of his wife, daughters, and granddaughters left an impact that will be felt for years to come, and he will be deeply missed. Gordon leaves behind his beloved wife, Rebecca Heflin; father, Talmadge Heflin; daughters, Shawna Heflin, Kristy Peters and husband Jeff; grandchildren Sofia Heflin, Sonia Pelatari, and Corbin Peters; sister-in-law, Gwen Juarez and husband Luis; and numerous other aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Gordon is preceded in death by his mother, Janice Heflin.
A celebration of life and memorial service for Gordon will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Colony Church of Christ, located at 2140 First Colony Blvd., Sugar Land, TX 77479. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests anyone wishing to honor Gordon's memory may make a donation to Citizens for Animal Protection (CAP) by visiting https://www.cap4pets.org. If more information is needed, those interested may contact Kristy Peters at [email protected].
Obituary: Gordon Lyle Heflin
Gordon Lyle Heflin, 62, passed away Friday, March 3, 2023 surrounded by family after having suffered a severe stroke a week prior. Gordon was born January 28th, 1961 in Marrero, Louisiana to Talmadge and Janice Heflin, and settled in Houston with his parents in 1969. Gordon married Rebecca Turner on June 3rd, 1980, and was a devoted husband for 43 years. He was employed with Houston Lighting and Power, now CenterPoint Energy, working diligently at the same company for 43 years.
Gordon will be remembered for his deep love of his family, diligent work ethic, grit, calming presence, and his fabulous sense of humor. He shared his love of animals, particularly stray dogs, his delight in helping others, and enjoyment of the outdoors, along with many invaluable life lessons with his daughters and granddaughters. His steadfast support and unconditional love of his wife, daughters, and granddaughters left an impact that will be felt for years to come, and he will be deeply missed. Gordon leaves behind his beloved wife, Rebecca Heflin; father, Talmadge Heflin; daughters, Shawna Heflin, Kristy Peters and husband Jeff; grandchildren Sofia Heflin, Sonia Pelatari, and Corbin Peters; sister-in-law, Gwen Juarez and husband Luis; and numerous other aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Gordon is preceded in death by his mother, Janice Heflin.
A celebration of life and memorial service for Gordon will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Colony Church of Christ, located at 2140 First Colony Blvd., Sugar Land, TX 77479. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests anyone wishing to honor Gordon's memory may make a donation to Citizens for Animal Protection (CAP) by visiting https://www.cap4pets.org. If more information is needed, those interested may contact Kristy Peters at [email protected].
Arrangements have been entrusted to Claire Brothers Funeral Home, 7901 Hillcroft Street, Houston, Texas 77081.
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March 10, 2023

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Michael Turner

March 10, 2023

Knowledgeable. That's the word that comes to mind when I think of Gordon. I worked with Gordon for over 40 years at CenterPoint Energy as both peer and supervisor, and I always relied on his invaluable opinion for complex customer service issues. Many times, I would call Gordon on the telephone for help in solving work related issues, and we would end up talking about family, especially his wife, daughters and grandchildren, whom he loved very much. God bless you. my friend.

Carlos Bueno

March 9, 2023

Gordon was always calm and willing to help others. Rest in peace my friend. My condolences and prayers to the family.

Larry Wiernik

March 8, 2023

Gordon was very highly skilled at solving extremely difficult problems for electric customers and was a godsend to the many customers he helped with those troubling issues.

Gordon was a true joy to work with and will be greatly missed by me.

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