Ray Gordon

Ray Allen Gordon, age 72, of rural Dorchester passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024 in his home. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Ray is the son of John and Viola (Hammond) Gordon and was born October 18, 1952 in Waukon. He was the second oldest of 11 children that included Lawrence (deceased), Susan Worth of West Union, Becky (Russ) of Oelwein, Judy Ross of La Crosse, WI, Patty (Daryl) Decker of Texas, and five half-siblings, Grace, John, Elmer, David and Billy (deceased).

Ray was married to Deborah (Christianson) in La Crosse, WI April 19, 1986, and they had one son together, Travis. Ray was also a father figure to Deb’s children, Lisa (deceased), Robert, Mark (Maggie) and Jayne (Ray).

Ray was preceded in death by his parents, John and Viola; his brother, Lawrence; his brother, Billy; three nephews, Robert, Billy and Josh; and a step-daughter, Lisa.

Ray will be missed by many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.