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Joshua Gordon Obituary
Sheboygan - Joshua "Gordo" Gordon, 38, of Sheboygan, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at his home.
Born September 24, 1982 in Sheboygan, Joshua was the son of James and Mary Wagner Gordon. He attended Sheboygan area schools and graduated from Sheboygan North High School in 2001.
Gordo worked as a CNC operator at American Orthodontics. He previously worked at Franzen Lithograph for 20 years. He enjoyed hunting, trap shooting and taught hunting education classes. He also enjoyed building legos and collecting transformers. He played co- ed softball for TPO8 for many years. He was also an avid New Orleans Saints fan ("Who Dat Nation") as well as a Brewers and Bucks fan.
He is survived by his parents, Jim and Mary, Sheboygan; his sister, Samantha Gordon, Sheboygan; his niece and nephews, Nyima, Hunter and Caden Gordon, Sheboygan; his uncles and aunts, John (Anne) Gordon, Sheboygan, Jerry (Sara) Gordon, Kohler, David Gordon, Sheboygan, Roberta (Scott) Post, Sheboygan and Carla Kohlhagen, Sheboygan; numerous close cousins, other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bob and Judy Wagner and Sheldon and Marion Gordon.
A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.
A memorial fund has been established in his name for the Make A Wish Foundation and the Sheboygan County Humane Society.
The Olson Funeral Home & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Gordo's arrangements.
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Mary Lutzke
January 18, 2021
To The Gordon Family,
You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your son & brother .
Wishing you Strength and Peace during this difficult time!
Andrea Garrison
January 16, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Gordo's passing. I attended grade school through middle school with him at Holy Name. I was lucky enough to run into him a few years ago in Sheboygan. May you find comfort and peace ❤
John and Kathy Sukowaty
January 15, 2021
Dearest Gordan family,
May the Grace of God and the Love of the Lord Jesus Christ, Wrap his arms around you and give you comfort. John and I are sending all our heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
Shane Arneson “Arnie”
January 15, 2021
I had the privilege to play softball with Gordo and let me tell you there was never a dull moment. He was a wonderful man and Always made me laugh. We lost another good one. Rest In Peace Gordo. God watch out , He’s coming in Hot! Mary and Family I’m very sad and sorry for you loss. May the memories of his wonderful soul carry you thru this extremely difficult time.
Jeanne Sobeski
January 14, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Barbara Grunewald
January 14, 2021
Dear Mary and family, It is so very hard to tell you how sorry I feel for your loss of Josh. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. I pray that all your wonderful and loving memories will in time help you with this tragic loss.
Denise Klumb
January 14, 2021
Very sad to hear of the loss of your son and brother. My sympathies and thoughts are with you. Stay strong.
Terri Elias
January 14, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
He was the best child I ever babysat for. He was always so happy.
Joyce Hornes
January 14, 2021
Mary & family: I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ken and Mary (Gordon) Fritz
January 14, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patty Griesbach
January 13, 2021
Sooo sorry, hugs and prayers Jim and Mary and rest of family and friends.
Lois & Larry Pfister
January 13, 2021
Mary & Jim, We are so sorry for your loss & offer our condolences & sympathy.
Kris Wychesit
January 13, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Gordo was a wonderful friend to all and could always put a smile on our faces. You are all in our prayers.
Steve & Katie Zanskas
January 13, 2021
Dear Mary & Jim, words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love.
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