He is survived by his wife, Edna Williams Gordon; his two sons, Malcom and Samuel Gordon; his sister, Marianne Gordon Rogers and four grandchildren, Paxton, Peyton, Christian and Samantha.
He was preceded in death by his son, William Franklin Gordon and his parents, Samuel Thomas Gordon and Mary Ellen Gordon.
Friends and family will be received on Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at 3:30 p.m. at Bernstein Funeral Home, followed by services at 4:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, if you wish to make a contribution, please do so to the Athens YMCA.
Online condolences may be offered at www.bernsteinfuneralhome.com.
Bernstein Funeral Home and Cremation Service has charge of arrangements.