Mystic - Stephen F. Gordon, 81, of Mystic, died Tuesday Aug. 13, 2024, at the Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London. Stephen was born March 7, 1943, to Wesley M. Gordon and Elda Fegley Gordon. He married the former Patricia Lockman; she survives him.

Stephen earned a master's degree from Cornell University and worked as a structural engineer at Electric Boat. He was an avid bird watcher and received awards on his accomplished efforts

Funeral Services will be held at Noank Baptist Church. Details will be announced in a future edition of The Day. Please visit www.byles.com for more information.

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Published by The Day on Aug. 18, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Gordon

Sponsored by Byles Memorial Home - New London.

19 Entries

Scott Fluet

October 30, 2024

Steve was a client and a friend he was such a great man with a great sense of humor he will be missed. Thoughts and prayers with the family.

Sarah Morris

September 19, 2024

Thinking of the Gordon family I went to Noank Baptist Church years ago and also remember him at Rossi Field watching his kids play ball. He played volleyball with my Step father as well. Always so kind to me.

Arthur Nichols

September 10, 2024

I knew steve through the men´s volleyball league at cutler jr high. He invited me on to his team and we played many years together. He was a quiet person but could argue a point with the referee when needed. Please accept my condolences. May he rest in peace.

Anne (Day) Gaudet

September 2, 2024

Pat, Kelly, and Scott: So sorry to read about Steve's passing. I remember him as a kind, quiet person at church in Noank, and he always had a smile to share. May pleasant memories help you through this difficult time.

Mary Lou and Marshall Smith

August 30, 2024

Great memories of Steve as Assistant Scout Master, Troop 2 Mystic. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Mary Lou and Marshall Smith

Patricia and Neil Mitchill

August 29, 2024

So glad we got to know Steve, such a kind and caring person. He was truly a gentle soul. We will always remember the nice times we shared with him and Pat in Groton and in Mystic. We still
admire his many interests including sports and bird watching. Whenever we hear an unusual bird we will be thinking about him. We will miss him and we send our deepest condolences.

Bob Lockman

August 29, 2024

What a proud legacy Steve leaves us. He was a genuine, decent man with a wry sense of humor . He was quick to turn a phrase, tell one liners, puns and always passing a smile on to others. He inspired us with his quick wit, honesty, love of family, nature and church. He was steadfast, working at General Dynamics for decades, a member of Noank Baptist Church and a birder all his life with an impressive life list. The times I spent with Steve in the Adirondacks are treasured. Early morning hikes to Ferd's Bog, our comedy of errors hiking Black Bear Mountain, kayaking the Raquette Outlet to the cascades, star qazing, UFOs are all special memories. The Adirondacks will always be linked with Steve. I admired him, he inspired me. I loved him dearly. Thank you for being a great brother in law.

Molly

August 28, 2024

Steve was always a delight. He and Pat were regulars at the restaurant where I work. He always had the best (and worst) jokes, and I loved bringing in pictures of birds I´d seen on walks for him to identify. He was an encyclopedia about birds! I will miss seeing this kind man who was always a bright part of my day.

Dan & Carol Kramer

August 25, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Diane Barber

August 25, 2024

Steve was a gentle soul. He was quiet and took in the world of nature as he loved to hear the birds singing. He was always ready to share his enthusiasm with others. He would wake up very early and take in as much nature and birds as he could and always inviting you to come along with him. He was a sweet man and a good parent and grandfather and we will miss him particularly in the Adirondacks

Tom Barber

August 24, 2024

After getting together for 40+ years in the ADK with you and Pat it will not be the same. But good times will live on forever. Bird man from Connecticut not Alcatraz!!! Steve was kind and gentle man. We will surly miss you. Tom

Sue Sutherland

August 24, 2024

I was so happy to read acknowledgement of Steve's fine birding skills and the contribution to preserving the 305 acre Avery Farm which abuts the historic Lamb Farm. "Most mornings, Steve could be found walking Lambtown Road Ext adding to his lifelong bird lists. He was an avid bird watcher, participating in annual bird counts and providing a 30-year list of bird sightings along the Lambton property helping secure the area as a preserved land trust." In fact, he had identified 168 bird species of which 18 were rare State listed species - 6 Special Concern, 4 Threatened and 8 Endangered." He was an invaluable help in securing the State grant to preserve this special place so treasured by many. Thank you so much Steve.

Barbara Lockman

August 23, 2024

We couldn't have asked for a better brother in law ! Reflecting on all the wonderful family times together. Holiday gatherings to sharing good times (for over 40 years) in the Adirondacks. How could we forget the nose flute birthday serenades ? So many loving memories, we could go on and on . We miss you terribly and love you dearly.

Karen Taylor

August 23, 2024

He was such an accomplished man but ever so humble. I loved his sense of humor(the nose flute) and how sentimental he was. He will be greatly missed by all of us who knew him. We were blessed to have known him. RPI dear Steve.❤

Pete Landry

August 23, 2024

Steve was one of the most talented engineers that I had the pleasure to work with over my many years at Electric Boat. He was a mentor, subject matter expert, and a pleasure to be with in a challenging work environment!

Thank you Steve,
Pete Landry

Jim Dimitri

August 20, 2024

I was very saddened by the passing of Steve. I had the privilege of working with Steve for over 40 years. He was a uniquely capable and talented engineer and a great mentor to me and so many engineers.

Greg Angelini

August 19, 2024

An outstanding engineer who made many contributions that keep the silent service safe.

Dave Fairman

August 19, 2024

Worked @ EB w/ Steve. Very talented and a great engineer.

Ed Lamb

August 18, 2024

Our family saw Steve many times on Lambtown Rd. Ext.(the dirt road), engaged
in his passion of bird watching.
The Lambs

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