FARMINGTON – Leroy O. Gordon Jr., 76, passed away on Dec. 7, 2018, at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston.
He was born on Sept. 9, 1942, in Farmington, the son of Leroy, Sr. and Hazel (Walsh) Gordon. He was educated in the schools of West Mills and Farmington.
Leroy married Alberta Oliver on Nov. 5, 1967. In his early years, Leroy worked in the woods and at the Wilton Tannery; then for many years, he was employed at Dummers Beach in Weld, before retiring. He enjoyed hunting, camping, and spending time with his family. Leroy was always busy helping others.
Leroy is survived by; his wife of 51 years, Alberta Gordon of Farmington; two sons, Brian Gordon and companion Kathy of Chesterville, Roy Lee Gordon and companion Gloria of Vassalboro; two daughters, Bessie Hiscock and companion Roger of Farmington, Eleanor Lee and husband Steve of Wilton; three sisters, Shirley Robinson of Farmington, Patsy Gordon and companion Ron of Temple, and Irene Gordon of Wilton; thirteen grandchildren; and many great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life for Leroy and his grandson, Seth Gordon, will be held on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2018, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Temple Town Hall, 258 Temple Road, in Temple. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 488 Farmington Falls Rd., Farmington, ME 04938.
To the family So sorry for you loss.
RIP Leroy!
It is a sad day when a man like Leroy Gordon passes. He was one of the good guys, never judgemental and always there to help out a neighbor in need. So sorry to hear of this loss I really had my fingers crossed for him.
Leroy was a good man, helped a lot of people over the years. Our sincere condolences to his family. Rest In Peace Leroy and fly high with Seth.
My sincere condolences to LeRoy’s family,
condolences to the family of Leroy Gordon and Seth Gordon. A very sad time and I pray for the family. RIP Leroy and Seth
So sorry for your loss Leroy was a good hard working family man hugs to you Alberta RIP Leroy another ANGEL got its wings fly high.😢
Alberta I am very sorry for your loss. May God help you and your family through this time of sorrow
To the Gordon families
Condolences, love and prayers sent your way.
Our sincere condolences to the family.
Leroy was a hard worker, always helpful and always had a smile. Hugs and prayers to you Alberta. I am so sorry he had to go like this.
So very sorry for your loss to Leroy’s family and friends. I only knew Leroy for a short time. I had the priviledge working with him at Dummers Beach Campground. He was a joy to be around. He was such a dedicated and hard worker. He will be missed. He will always be in my thoughts and in my heart… RIP Dear Leroy.
My sympathy and prayers going out to Alberta and all of Leroy’s family for your loss of Leroy and Seth. Leroy was a good person and always willing to help others. So sad for his life to end this way. Fly high with the Angels Leroy and Seth.
Brian, Kathy and family
Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
My condolences to Leroy’s family.
Leroy was a heck of a guy!
So saddened by his passing. My condolences to all of his family.
Our condolences too Leroy family,the last I me I saw him he was helping someone. Steve and Linda.
Sincere and heartfelt prayers for Alberta and all her family during this most difficult time.
Condolences to the family. Our camping neighbors for years at Dummers. Good man.So helpful. RiP