Robert Gordon

On Tuesday, August 25, 2020, Robert Gordon, faithful servant of Jesus and loving husband, father, son, and brother was called home to rest at the age of 58.

Robert was born October 15, 1961, in Elgin, Illinois to Robert and Edyth (Trethewey) Gordon. He grew up in the center of God’s will, which took him from Quebec to Zaire to Haiti and back to Zaire. Robert received his English degree from Westmont College in Santa Barbara in 1983 and his Civil Engineering degree from University of Arizona in Tucson in 1991. Robert served as a civil engineer in Los Angeles, Walla Walla, and College Place for the past thirty years.

While serving as a missionary teacher in Korea in 1987, God brought Robert the love of his life, Sharon. The two married November 12, 1988. God blessed them with their first child in 1993. Together, they raised four children -- Reid, Shelby, Micah, and Hannah.

Robert’s greatest desire was to bring glory to God. He fought hard for those he loved both in service and in prayer. He loved fiercely. He spoke gentle encouragement to those around him. Robert was talented and created art, stories, a business, a program, furniture, toys for his children, and a home. Robert hungered after righteousness. He fixed his gaze toward heaven. He fondly remembered his time on the mission field and longed for the opportunity to follow God wherever He might lead.

One of Robert’s favorite verses was Psalm 73:25, “Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you.”

Robert is survived by his father and mother, Robert and Edyth, his wife Sharon, his children, Reid, Shelby, Micah, and Hannah, as well as his brothers Tom, Scot, and Michael.

A viewing will be held Sunday, August 30, 2020 from 2:30 to 5:00 p.m. at Herring Groseclose Funeral Home on 315 W. Alder St. Walla Walla, WA 99362. Due to COVID-19, it is limited to groups of ten at a time. Be aware that there may be a wait to go in upon arrival. An open house will be held at the Thonney residence on 1010 Reser Rd. Walla Walla, WA 99362 on Monday, August 31, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. with an open mic at 7:00 p.m. For all events, please wear a mask and prepare to social distance to respect all those in attendance. Help Robert’s family by inviting anyone who would like to be involved, but may not have received this announcement. Please record a video of yourself sharing how Robert impacted your life and memories of him. Send your video recordings to shelbynicole842@gmail.com .

Memorial contributions may be made in Robert’s honor to  Mission Aviation Fellowship or the Robert Gordon Memorial Fund through the Herring Groseclose Funeral Home at 315 W. Alder St.  Walla Walla, WA 99362.