Jerome “Bob” Robert Gordon of Miles City passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday September 16, 2014 in Glendive Montana.
Bob was born on April 21st, 1953 in Lewistown Montana to John and Ann Gordon the fifth of six children. He went to school in Lewistown, Montana and graduated from Roundup High School in 1971. He excelled in sports throughout his schooling especially basketball in High School.
He married Pam Harper in Roundup in 1971 and to the union his son Lance was born. They later divorced. He married Diana Eckart on September 6th 1975. They had just celebrated their 39th Anniversary. On July 22nd 1985 Levi Gordon was born.
His first job was at the Conoco Station in Roundup where his relentless work ethic started and continued 43 years. In 1973 he began his drilling career with Whinnen and Wardlaw Drilling. In 1976 he went to work for Eckart Construction working alongside his Father in-law Oliver, and his Brother in-laws Larry, Bill and Gary. In 1996 Eckart Trucking and Gordon Trucking were formed and Bob worked side by side with Bill until the time of his death. Bob was known throughout the construction industry and had many lifelong friends he met working across Montana and many other states. Bob never met a stranger and his boisterous laugh will be remembered by many people.
During his “free” time Bob enjoyed going to garage sales, pawn shops and he never passed an auction he didn’t attend. Family was very important and always wanted everyone to get together no matter where it might be. He enjoyed his morning coffee session at the 600 Cafe with his friend Bill Champion along with many others. Or at the local truck stop cafe he might be working near. Bob also enjoyed restoring cars and his pride and joy was a 1941 Dodge Powerwagon Command Car he recently restored with Howard Syring and looked forward to taking it car shows when he had the time. In recent years Bob enjoyed spending his winters in Arizona. Bob also enjoyed scrapping iron throughout eastern montana and hauled in many loads of scrap to the to his friends at the local recycling centers.
Bob is survived by his wife Diana of 39 years, his sons Lance (Roni) Gordon, and Levi (Megan) Gordon; his brothers John, James (Chris) and Jerrold (Kathy) and sister Carol (Don) Waite; two Grandsons Eric and Aaron Gordon and a grandchild Kimber on the way; his brothers-in-law Larry and Bill and wife Donna Eckart; sister-in-law Babe and husband Don Pisk. Bob is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents John Gordon and Ann Hayworth. A brother Larry Joe. His in-laws Oliver and Helen Eckart, and a brother in law Gary Eckart.
Visitation will be held on Friday, September 19, 2014 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the family lot of the Custer County Cemetery. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements.
Memorials may be made to a Veterans organization of your choice.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday September 19, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday September 20, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday September 19, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday September 20, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Shorty And Judy Brush says
Praying for each and everyone of you for God to give you the strength now and in the days to come. RIP Bob
Shorty and Judy
Tim and Debbie Irion says
Diane and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and praying for you during this sad time.
Jennifer Haddock says
Diana, Levi, and family,
I was saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and guide you through this difficult time. Bob was quite the character and will be missed by many.
Jennifer
Jan Munroe says
Diane, I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if you need someone to talk to or cry with later. I have faith that we will see our guys again. Jan
Katie Seminole says
Diane, Levi and Lance, and family:
I am devistaded to hear about bob’s passing, i am truly sorry for your loss of a loving husband, father and brother and most of all grandpa. I will keep you in my prayers and if you need anything please let me know.
Sincerly:
Katie, Chandra, Jalen and Kylee Seminole
James L. Arneson says
Diana and family, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, dad and grandpa. My heart goes out to you all, May God watch over you now and always. May the best of memories be the warmth in your hearts forever.
Dodie Paxson says
Diane & family, Wow what a shocker! I am so very sorry to hear of your gigantic loss. Words alone cannot express my thoughts and sorrow for you all. Cling to your memories and know that he will be keeping a close eye on you. If I can help in any way, please call me! Love and Hugs!
Destiny Carlson says
Diana, Lance, Levi and families,
I am so very sorry for the loss of Bob. Very thankful for the friendship I had with him and Donnie Skinn.
Thinking of you all, God speed his love around you all.
Destiny, Levi, Journey and Quest
Kim Kelly Peterson says
Diane I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Sandi Kohones and Jon Wilkerson says
Diane, Levi, Megan and Lance ,Billy and families,
Words alone cannot express how terribly saddened we are by the loss of such a good friend . Bob was one of the nicest people we’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. Your grief is shared by all of us. Please let us know if there is anything you need now or in the future. Bob and Kenny are just waiting on the rest of us to join them.
Randy & Janet Stanhope says
Diane and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He touched so very many lives and will be sorely missed. Please know you are all in our prayers at this very difficult time. You have so many friends and family who love you and pray for you all.
Sandy McFarland Hays says
Diane and Family, So sorry to hear about Bob. Hang on to all the wonderful memories and we will keep you in our prayers. Bob and Sandy Hays
Dana & Kim Jerke says
Diane & the rest of the family, We are so sorry to hear about Bob, but you can all hold your heads high as Bob was a good hearted hard working man and you can keep that memory forever.
Cara Willson says
Diane, Levi & family, I am so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. Bob was a wonderful “neighbor”. I will miss the twinkle in his eye and the smile on his lips. Thinking of you all at this time of loss.
Blackie & Carol Schneider says
Diane and family,
God just got one heck of a good angel. So sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers through this time of sorrow.
Maureen Larson says
Diana and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time and know that many prayers are being said for you and your family. May you find comfort in knowing that many prayers are being sent your way.
Maureen
Marian Stewart Watt says
Levi, So sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. Keeping you and the family in our prayers!
Doug and Marian
Elizabeth Paulsen says
Lance, I am so sorry for your loss of your father. I wish I knew all the right things to say. Just know that i care and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth Paulsen says
Roni, I am so sorry for not including you. Sorry for the loss of your father in law. You know I am here if you need anything!!
Bobi Florida says
To all of Bob’s family and loved ones….
Please know that we are lifting you up in prayer, believing that God’s peace, the peace that passes all understanding, will comfort you at this time. Bob will not be forgotten! Every memory that I have of him is a sweet one…he was loved!!!
Nancy Arnoldt says
Diana and family:
So sorry to hear about Bob my prayers are with you.
Kyle & Gail Shaw says
We were sorry to hear about Bob. What a friendly person. He will be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike & Judy Toennis Family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families.
MIke, Judy,
Jake, Tyrel & Katlyn
Dee McCants, Monte Willman,Roberta Willman says
Dear Diana, Bill & Donna, and families,
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He will be missed by so many. He was a good friend to Jim, and to us all.
Sherry Stanhope says
Diane, Levi and all family,
Bob was a very special man and I’m blessed I got to know him and give him a hard time once in awhile! He will be greatly missed by so many. You are all in my thoughts and Prayers now and always! Love you all and glad that you all have always been like family and if you need anything, I hope you will not hesitate to call! No matter what time it is! Love ya, Sherry
Manning Roofing - Gary Oddy Construction says
Diane,
We are so very sorry for you and your families loss.
Johnna eckart says
Even though I hardly saw my uncle Bob I really loved him and when I did get the chance to see him he always put a smile on my face. He will be missed very much!!!!
Merlin Brown says
Diane,
Sure sorry to hear about Bob, he was a great guy and will be missed, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mallorey Vera says
Bob was such a wonderful man, husband and fathe . I’ve been out of town when I heard the news. My thought and prayers are with you all!!
Jan Hartmann says
Diane,
Cherish your memories as they will always be with you. it wasn’t that long ago when I was visiting with Bob. He will be greatly missed. You, Levi, and family are in my prayers.
charleen luttrell says
Bob helped me to get confidence in myself to become a better truck driver. He knew people how they worked and learned. Patiently he helped me. I always thought Bob reminded me of John Wayne. Last time I got to visit him was in Glendive. I told him the problems I was having at work. He always had an open ear. He gave me great advice. It was heartbreaking news to hear he was gone but he will never be forgotten. .prayers and hugs sent to everyone that was left behind:, (
Terri Schmidt says
Diana,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of. Please know you are in my heart and thoughts and let me know if there is anything at all that I can do for you.
Hazel Stabler says
Diane, I am so sorry for your loss. I know my Bob always thought a lot of him.
Paula & Roger Hufford says
Diane (and family):
Roger and I were so sorry to hear about Bob. Know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy…..
Jim & Lily Holman says
Roni Lance Eric & Aaron
We were so saddened to hear of the loss of your sweet dad / grand dad. Try to find comfort in photos & memories of him.
God bless
Sally Selle says
Diane & Levi & family
So sorry to hear about Bob, keeping you in my thoughts and prayers and sending hugs your way.
The Selle’s- Sally, Nick & family
Wade & Tammy Olson Family says
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Fred and Vicky Anderson says
Diane – can’t tell you how sad we were to hear about this yesterday. You are in our prayers and we’ll be giving you a call. Friends always –
Fred and Vicky
Jon Hill says
Diane, no words can replace the loss of a partner like Bob, all I can say is that we are shortimers here and are going for the long haul up in Heaven. I just heard about Bob and was shocked at how young he was, I always thought he was closer to my age when I worked with him…take care and send me your address by email above. I have a cd to send you. God’s peace, Jon