Gordon Eugene Rolls

1935 - 2013

Rolls, Gordon Eugene 10/28/1935 ~ 05/31/2013 CARLSBAD -- Gordon, 77, passed away at home with his wife, Debbie, and his beloved dog, Matilda by his side. He was born in Scranton, Pa. Gordon graduated from Gettysburg College, and while he was at Gettysburg, his mother also attended, receiving her school Nursing degree. He was very proud of her, plus he celebrated her fabulous 100th birthday party. He served in the Army from 1958 to 1960 and was stationed at Fort Benning, Ga., and was later deployed to Hawaii. Gordon was active in many organizations and volunteer work. He was employed at Travelers Insurance Company for over 40 years. His various duty assignments were in Philadelphia, Pa., Hartford, Conn., Los Angeles, Encino, and University City, Calif., and Salt Lake City, Utah. While residing in Hartford, Conn., he became an avid up-game hunter and sport fisherman. He was a golfer, sailor, and later in retirement, became a golf Marshall at various gold courses. He was also famous for writing poems when employees left or retired from Travelers Ins. Co. Gordon is survived by his wife, Debbie; and three beautiful children, Mark (Lizette), Denise, and Donna (Bill); and four wonderful, loving grandchildren, Britney, Emily, Amanda, and Erin. In accordance with his wishes, no memorial services will be held. His ashes will be spread at his favorite vista. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Best Friends Animal Shelter in Kanab, Utah. Debbie would like to thank Elizabeth Hospice, especially his nurse, Paul Bos, and his aide, Jon Brandt for all their care, love and support.