GORDON, William (Bill) Robert, 76, of Tampa, Florida, entered into eternal rest on December 3, 2022. He was predeceased by his parents, Francis and Elizabeth, and brothers, Ricky and Mark. A loving husband, father, and grandfather, he is survived by his wife, Janice; daughters Dana (Travis), Amanda, and Courtney; grandchildren, Morgan, Cierra, Xavier, Lucas, Ahren, Evee, Bash, Riley, and Ivy; sisters, Fran (Scott) and Patricia; brothers, Tom (Lynn), Jim (Laurie), and Steve; and many nieces and nephews.
Bill was in the Marines and is a veteran of the Vietnam War. After leaving the Marines, he joined IBM in New York and later transferred to Tampa, FL. An avid sports fan, Bill enjoyed watching and participating in fantasy leagues for football, baseball, and golf. Bill was a collector of all-things frog and was affectionately referred to as The Frog Man or Mr. Toad by his friends.
He enjoyed travelling, especially cruising. But his greatest pleasure was spending time with his beloved family. Words cannot express the love and devotion he bestowed his family. He was the most attentive husband, father, and grandfather. He will be missed everyday but his lasting impression will be felt forever.
A military honor ceremony is scheduled for Friday, February 10, 2023 at 1pm at Bay Pines National Cemetery in St. Petersburg, FL. Memorial contributions may be made to the Melanoma Research Alliance (https://www.curemelanoma.org/get-involved-2/honor-a-loved-one). American Cancer Society and Melanoma Research Alliance have united to fund lifesaving research aimed at reducing side effects and improving outcomes for patients with melanoma.
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