Richard D. “Dick” Gordon, 68, of South Pekin, passed away at 11:07 p.m. on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, at home. Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 31, 2012, at Clary Funeral Home, 3004 West Lake Avenue in Peoria. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Richard was born in Pekin on October 6, 1943, a son of David and Velma J. (Houston) Logan. They preceded him in death. He married Frankie A. Matthews on September 22, 1961 in Pekin. She survives. He is also survived by his son, Duane Gordon of South Pekin; daughter, Dana (Mike) Hall of Rockford; grandchildren, Michael Hall and his fiancé Kelli Kerkhoff of Rockford, Samantha Hall of Manchester, MO and Richard “Rick” (Kyla) Gordon of Tremont; great grandchildren, Kaydence and Kindell Gordon of Tremont; and brother, Jack (Rose) Gordon of Elsberry, MO. Richard was a mail carrier at the Pekin Post Office for thirty-five years, retiring in 2000. After his retirement, he was employed as a janitor with Aramark Janitorial Services, working at Wilson Intermediate School in Pekin. He was of the Methodist faith, a member of Moose Lodge 916 in Pekin and volunteered for the annual Post Office Food Drives. Richard was an avid sports enthusiast and enjoyed reading, watching television and action movies, spending time outdoors, fishing, camping and traveling, especially with his family. He laughed a lot, was fun loving and easygoing, but was very decisive and knew exactly what he wanted in life and his world views. Most importantly, he was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. Memorial contributions may be made in Richard’s memory to the American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery Program in Peoria. Richard’s Memorial Website and online condolences may be accessed at www.ClaryFunerals.com.
| CHRIS(skaggs) CARLYLE |
FRANKIE DANA AND DUWAYNE |
March 29, 2012 |
I am so sorry to here about Richard,many moons ago we all hung out together,and watched our kids grow ,Just know he will aways walk beside you.
christine (skaggs) carlyle
| Charlotte &David McIntyre |
Acquaintances |
March 28, 2012 |
Dick was our mailman for years; always friendly while being the best at his job. It saddened us to read of his passing. Your pictures are a wonderful tribute to a life well lived yet gone way too soon. Keep your memories close. Our prayers are with you all.
| Julie Jackson |
X-ray tech at ICPR |
March 26, 2012 |
Frankie,
I'm so saddened to hear of Dick's passing. He was such a sweet, wonderful man. I always enjoyed talking to him when he would come into the office. It really crushed me to learn of his illness. He will be greatly missed. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Sending love and heart felt prayers to my dear friend/sister and the family that has almost become my own. Only wish there was something I could do or say to ease this pain you are all feeling right now. Do know God will hold and comfort you at this time.
| Linda Lee |
Friend and co-worker |
March 19, 2012 |
Frankie,
You have my deepest condolences to you and your family. I enjoyed working with Richard. He was a wonderful person and a pleasure to know. God's blessing to you and your family.
