"The Shaw's want to express our sorrow to the family of Charles. We hope the memories of his life, inspiration, and guidance helps you deal with your loss."
In loving memory of
Charles Gordon
September 1, 2020 - February 1, 2012
Charles F. Gordon, August 4, 1928 - February 1, 2012 of Washington passed away at 8:15 on Wednesday. He was born on August 4, 1928 in Washington to Joseph E. and Lillian Regina (Faust) Gordon.He was a 1944 Graduate of Washington Catholic High School. He was a US Army veteran and was a member of Washington American Legion and the Eagles Lodge. He owned and operated the Tuxedo Tavern for several year.He loved sports and spending time in the summer at Ellis Park. He is survived by one daughter, Angie Lewandowski of Washington; one son and daughter in-law, Joe and Lynn Gordon of Indianapolis; three grandchildren, Angie Gordon, Katie Gordon and Jonas Lewandowski; and one brother John Gordon of Washington He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris A. (McEvilly) Gordon January 9, 1990, whom he had married on October 25, 1959. He was also preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Stella Dobyns A mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, February 4, 2012, at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church with Father Gordon Mann as celebrant. Burial was in St. John Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 PM with a wake service at 4:30 PM on Friday at Ed Lee Mortuary. Memorial donations may be given to Washington Catholic Education Endowment P.O. Box Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.edleemortuary.com
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"Dear Joe and Angela: I just found out about your loss. Please know that my heart goes to both of you. As you well know, your father was a true character, in every sense of the phrase. I remember well and will always cherish the many hours hanging around the Gordon house, learning to play Bridge with your mom and hanging out in your living room, your dad sitting in a chair, one eye on the latest game results on TV and one eye on his lists. I can still see your dad walking down the street, hat cocked at an angle on his head. He would always greet me with a wide grin and a hearty handshake. Washington has definitely lost an original personality. Both he and your mom were always kind and welcoming to me and I will forever be grateful for their impact on my life. Please know you are in my thoughts. Your friend, Chuck Johnson"