Gordon was born in East Millinocket, Maine, on May 13, 1935. He was the son of Beatrice Lillian Brewer and Freddy Hersom.
On Nov. 8, 1952, he married his sweetheart Juanita Mary Brown of Phippsburg, Maine. They had four children and lived in Bath and Cundy’s Harbor raising their family. Gordon worked for 20 years for The Times Record as a Linotype operator. He also worked for Bill Dodge Oldsmobile for over 30 years selling cars.
He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Topsham ME.
Gordon loved music, he played rhythm guitar and had many local country and western bands that performed for community dances and other musical occasions. His wife, Juanita, shared his love for country music, together they performed and were a part of many musical events.
Gordon dearly loved his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by them.
He was predeceased by his brothers, John, Ronald, Conrad, and Eugene; and sisters; Arlene, Agatha, Leatrice, and Lorraine.
Gordon is survived by his bride of 61 years, Juanita and his four children: Gordon Jr., Gail (and husband Tom), Gary, and Janice (and husband Warren). His grandchildren: Melanie, Travis, Jason, Erin, Joseph, Sam and his great-grandchildren: Amethyst and Tristan.
He is also survived by his sisters Sherry (and husband Lendall), Donna, and brother Freddy Jr. (and wife Sally), as well as many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the David E. Desmond & Son Funeral Home, 638 High St., Bath. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Following the service there will be a graveside dedication at Morningside Cemetery in Phippsburg followed by a celebration of life gathering at the Phippsburg Sportsman Club.
To share your thoughts and condolences with the family, please visit www.desmondfuneralhomes.com.
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