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Gordon Peters Obituary


GORDON RAY PETERS
October 4, 1948 ~ February 14, 2017

It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of Gordon Ray Peters, a beloved husband, father, and grandpa. Gordon was diagnosed with Renal Cancer in October 2016. He fought a valiant battle but the Lord needed him so He called him home on February 14, 2017. Gordon was born in Lynch, NE on Oct. 4, 1948 and lived his early years near Verdel, NE with his parents on the farm. He moved to Vancouver, WA when he was 9 years old and loved playing baseball, golf, and numerous sports. He graduated from Fort Vancouver and went to Clark College and University of Portland for his college career. He first met his wife Gaylene at a family gathering in his family home in 1966; they went on to date, getting engaged in 1969 on his folks' anniversary. They were married on June 6, 1970 and resided their whole married life in Vancouver. They raised 3 children who all live nearby with their families. Gordon worked at a number of jobs before settling on working for the City of Vancouver in 1981 until his retirement in April 2012. Gordon had 2 hobbies that he spent numerous hours enjoying, fishing and especially hunting: pheasant, deer, and elk. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Gaylene; sister, Shelly; children, Alyssa and Greg Peter, Andrya and Jay Sauers and Kyle and Lindsay Peters; grandchildren, Trinity, Bianca, Colton and Cheyanne; mother and father-in-law, Gay and Bertie Hull; plus numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Gordy was a beautiful friend and a great listener. He was a wonderful husband, brother, father, and grandfather. He will be sorely missed because he took up great space in the hearts of his family. If you wish to remember him, do so with a kind deed or word to someone who needs you; in this way, Gordon will live forever. Gordon's memorial will be held in the Chapel at Evergreen Memorial Gardens, February 26 at 3 PM. Reception will follow, all family and friends welcome.
Please sign Gordon's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Feb. 21, 2017.
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To all of you who have signed Gordys guest book, sent words of hope and peace to me and the rest of his family, Thank you from the bottoms of our hearts!! We received so much love and support and prayers during this journey, when he was so ill, and now after the Lord has called him home. I and our family will always be so grateful. He is and will always be forever missed. Gaylene and Family

March 5, 2017

Sorry we did not know Gordon was sick or had passed away til today .So sorry to hear that
Our loss but heavens gain
With our love and prayers
Armand and Dorothy Hawkins

March 2, 2017

Sweet Gaylene,
My heart aches for you and your family.
Marty

Marty Florian

February 28, 2017

Gordon was an amazing man! I worked with him for 8 years. I call him Sir Gordon.He was a good friend.

Crystal Ramsby

Coworker

February 27, 2017

Dear family and friends of Gordon, allow memories of your dear loved one to warm your hearts, 2nd Thessalonians 3:16 "Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace constantly in every way. May the Lord be with all of you." As you return to life's daily routine, may you continue to receive comfort and support from loved ones.

Hines

February 25, 2017

I was so saddened to hear that Gordon was ill, and even more so to hear that he had passed. I worked with Gordon for about 10 years & absolutely adored him. I loved listening to his stories about hunting, Nebraska & seeing his face light up every time he talked about his family, especially Gaylene. If I could have adopted him as a dad, I would have done it in a split second...He will be truly missed.

Shawna

February 24, 2017

Gaylene and family, we are truly sorry for your loss. God bless you all during this most difficult time. Bob and Gail Critchfield

February 22, 2017

Thank you for the Lives you touched...Blessings to your Family. Kenny Elhard

February 22, 2017

To the families of Gordon Peters, I am so sorry for your loss and Gordon will be missed very much. I see his bright smile each time I think of him. Gordon and I used to play together when his Grand mom and Granddad ran the Niobrara State Park. I'm sure we must have caused much mischief for them, but we had fun. God bless you!

Sharon Scholl

February 22, 2017

Gaylene, and all of the family. So sorry to hear of your loss. Many prayers for all of you and Gordon. He was a good man.Fun to be around.

Stan Pfeifer

February 22, 2017

To Shelly, Gaylene and all the family, sorry to hear of your loss. Gordon was always nice to be around and upbeat. He will be remembered in all your hearts, keeping you all in my prayers.

Nancy Harding

February 21, 2017

Gordon will be missed - His smile and laughter made everyone around him just happy to be there with him. Our hearts and prayers are with the entire family.

Karen Dewitz

Coworker

February 22, 2017

So very sorry to read this news.
Godspeed, Gordy. Deepest condolences to his entire family.

Kate (Reiherzer) Kohlschmidt

February 21, 2017

So sorry to hear of Gordon's passing..Prayers for all his family..

Joyce Harwood- Cronemiller

February 21, 2017

A very good friend who will be missed. Our deepest sympathies to his family.

Dean Morris

February 21, 2017

So sorry to hear of Gordy's passing. It has been a long time since I saw Gordy. We were very good friends in high school. I have fond memories of our times together. He was a very good friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Sincerely Jeff Cooke

Jeff Cooke

February 21, 2017

We are saddened to hear of Gordon's passage. We pray for your comfort during this time of loss.

Vern and Linda Smith

February 21, 2017

We have fond memories of Gordon with his smile and positive attitude. I remember playing baseball with Gordon in middle and high school. Heaven has a fine second baseman and angelic spirit. God bless Gordon and his family and friends. Gary and Janet Van Allen

Gary and Janet Van Allen

February 20, 2017

Dear Gaylene and family, We're so sorry to hear that Gordy has passed away. I know he will be missed greatly! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With sincere sympathy. Brad and Tammy Ducker

Tammy Ducker

February 20, 2017

So sorry to hear about Gordie, he will be missed. Condolences to you and rest of your family.

Robert Stiefvater

February 19, 2017

Gordon was a good friend .He will be missed.

Jeff Walsh

February 19, 2017

Sorry to hear of your loss. Our sincere sympathy to all. Love Prayers, Ed & Gracie

Ed & Grace Stiefvater

February 18, 2017

Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. So sorry for your loss. Gordon will be miss by all. Linda, Judy, Trudy and Edwin.

Judy Rabe

February 18, 2017

Gordon was a good friend with a great wit and a twinkle in is eye. He is missed.

Tom Mellor

February 17, 2017

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