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Roger Gordon Obituary
Roger Dale Gordon, 83, of Lawrence, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025, in Dowagiac.
He was born June 21, 1942, in Bald Knob, Arkansas, the son of the late Lewis Gordon and Ruby (Wilcox) Gordon.
Roger enjoyed operating the ham radio for many years. He previously enjoyed scuba diving, golfing, and stockcar racing. He also loved riding his motorcycle while living out west. Roger loved Pepsi and always had one on hand!
On July 18, 1997, he married Toni Coleene (Cannon) Gordon who survives. He is also survived by his daughter, granddaughters, one sister and one brother as well as many nieces and nephews.
Roger was preceded in death by his daughter, Kimberly Ann Gordon along with several brothers.
Family and friends are invited to visit Wednesday, July 9, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home, 502 West Michigan Ave., Paw Paw, where funeral services will commence at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery, Decatur.
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