Gordon, Lyle R., passed away peacefully on January 27, 2016, at home, after a long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family. Lyle was born on July 14, 1932 to Boyd and Charlotte Gordon in Dayton Ohio. Lyle loved life, had a strong faith in God, was known for his infectious laughter and touched so many lives with his knowledge and great stories. He had the honor of being the best man at his son Greg’s wedding. Lyle retired from Delco products after 36 years where he worked on many things including the generator power systems for the Apollo space missions, some of his designs are still working today. Lyle was also a realtor in the Dayton area for a number of years, loved to travel, play bridge, garden and solve Sudoku puzzles. Preceded in death by his father Boyd Gordon, mother Charlotte Gordon and brother Jerry Gordon. Survived by his wife and soulmate of 56 years Shirley, son Greg, daughter-in-law Ricki, grandchildren Bobby and Becky, sister Bonnie Owens and her husband Sam, many beloved nieces, nephews and in-laws. Viewing will be at Tobias Funeral home, 5471 Far Hills Avenue, Dayton, Ohio on Sunday. January 31st from 3 – 7PM. The celebration of his life will be on Monday February 1st at Grace Lutheran Church, 410 East Peace Avenue, West Carrollton, Ohio at 10:30 AM. Lyle will be laid to rest in David’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to Grace Lutheran Church or Hospice of Dayton. The family would like to thank Hospice of Dayton for the wonderful care they provided. Online condolences may be sent to: www.tobiasfuneralhome.com
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