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Ben Gordon Obituary
Norfolk - Ben Gordon, 76, died on October 27, 2012. He was predeceased by his parents, Sam and Florence Gordon. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Brenda; four children, Stacy Smith, Debi (Ricky) Rothstein, Ivy (Howard) Keithan, and Shaina (Andy) Moore; seven grandchildren, Jaquelyn and Madelin Smith, Josh and Rebecca Rothstein, Jillian Rothstein, Jenna Dahl, Adam and Heather Dahl, and Caleb Moore; two great-grandchildren, Addison Marks and Isaiah Dahl.
The funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 12:00pm at Congregation Beth El, 422 Shirley Ave., Norfolk, with Rabbi Jeffrey Arnowitz and Cantor Gordon Piltch officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The meal of condolence will be held at Congregation Beth El directly following the burial.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Congregation Beth El or CHKD. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.altmeyer.com. Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Rd, Virginia Beach is in charge of the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ben Gordon
Melinda Harvey
November 5, 2012
I just learned of Ben's passing and am so very sorry. I did adore him so and life will not be the same for you and Shaina. I know that he is now, as he always did, keeping an eye on you both and taking care of you from heaven. We will see him again. Sending you my love, Melinda
Lenny Spivak
November 2, 2012
Dear Brenda --- The ltime that I saw Ben was when he was my roomate at R.P.I. in 1955. Ben was a great guy to be around and was always a lot of fun. Even I haven't seen him in many years his memory lives on. We used to go out to dinner to s steakhouse in Richmond(I can't remember the name)almost every Sunday in Ben's '46 Olds. It was a real blast. He was a truly unique person and his memory will always be a Blessing.
Raymond Jordan
November 1, 2012
When I worked as an usher at the Palace theater I would often buy a sandwich from the shop that where Ben worked.I was impressed by his compassion for others.
Perry Moore
November 1, 2012
To Ben's Family
Farewell to a good man and NNHS classmate. I will also remember Ben from the store on Sunday mornings when the Presbyterians gathered between services.
Fondly, Perry Wornom Moore
November 1, 2012
Sorry to get the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Walt Leyland and Shirley
Ivy Dahl
October 31, 2012
I miss him so much, I am so sorry that I was not able to attend, my thoughts are with you. I love you
donnie satisky
October 31, 2012
I knew Ben and his mother and father when I grew up in Newport News. He was a couple years older than me, but he was a really friendly and nice guy. His parents ran the sandwich shop attached to the Palace Theatre on 32nd and Washington Ave. They were related to the Gordon family that owned the Palace, Wyth, and Village theatres in those days. Rest in Peace, Ben.
October 31, 2012
My condolences to the family. I am sorry to read of your loss. May the Almighty God (Psalm 83:18) comfort you during this difficult time.
blg
October 31, 2012
To family and friends, my deepest sympathy. May the God of all comfort, 2cor.1:7, give you the strength to cope
during this time of distress.
Jack and Jeanne Nelson
October 31, 2012
Dear Brenda and family - through the years, even though we were many miles from home, our thoughts often turned to the enjoyable times we experienced with Ben in the NNHS Class of 1954. He will always be remembered. May he rest in eternaly peace and comfort.
Tony Reese
October 31, 2012
Ben was a great man. He will truly be missed. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
October 31, 2012
Brenda and family
I am very thankful that I got to meet You and your family and help in Ben's care My thoughts and prayers are with you Roxie Sentara Hospice
Ben Gordon
October 30, 2012
Dear Brenda and Family,
You and Ben and family were much loved by the Class of 1954 Newport News High School.
Our love, Mickey and Carol Marcella
October 30, 2012
Brenda, May all the wonderful moments that you and Ben have shared give you comfort during this time. Keeping you in my prayers.
Iris Jordan, Oxford, NC
Sarah Lundquist
October 30, 2012
What a sweet man he was... Our thoughts are with you all.
Ruth Jones
October 30, 2012
Brenda and family, I am so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. He was a great man! God Bless You All!
Katherine Murray
October 30, 2012
Brenda, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Let me know if there is anything I can do. I am so sorry.
David Curtis
October 30, 2012
My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Ben Gordan. This world suffered a great loss but was left with great memories.
"When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure"
Robert Buckman
October 30, 2012
Loss of a wonderful friend.We all will miss Ben. Bob B
Rachel Wieland
October 30, 2012
Brenda,
Keeping you and your family in my prayers in this difficult time. Sending you a (((HUG))).
Shannon Vaughan
October 30, 2012
Brenda God Bless you and your family.
Pattie Kent
October 30, 2012
Brenda, my thoughts and prayers are with you, Shaina & family. May your hearts be at peace knowing he is no longer suffering. He is now with our Lord. God Bless!
Jackie Kopasakis
October 30, 2012
Brenda, I have been praying for "Norman's friend" and thought it might be Ben. Blessings and peace to you and your family.
GENE AND ANN CHURCH
October 30, 2012
WISH WE COULD BE THERE WITH YOU,BEN AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEART!WE LOVE YOU, GENE AND ANN!
October 30, 2012
Brenda, you and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers for the last several weeks. I continue to pray God's blessing and peace to all of you.
Ruth Jackson
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