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Richard E. Gordon

March 9, 1948 — January 28, 2024

Mt. Lebanon

Age 75, of Mount Lebanon, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024 after a long battle with Lewy-Body Dementia. Born in New London, CT, he was a son of the late Milton and Gertrude Gordon. Richard was the loving husband of 41 years of June Swanson; beloved father of Andrew Gordon and Katie Stavros (Matthew); doting grandfather of Ari and Onyx Gordon and Ellie Stavros; brother of Nancy Gordon; and stepsibling of Michael Kauffman (Robin) and the late Barbara Garston (the surviving Matthew).  Richard is also survived by his nieces, nephews, and dog, Miley and was predeceased by his stepmother, Molly Gordon. 

 

Richard graduated from New London High School in 1966, Lafayette College in 1970, and the DePaul University College of Law in 1974.   He first worked at Neighborhood Legal Services after moving to Pittsburgh and practiced at Grossinger, Gordon, and Vatz for over 30 years.  Richard was an avid sports fan and tennis player.  He also coached his children’s recreational league teams. Richard was a long-time member of Temple Emanuel of the South Hills and served on the Board of Trustees.  

 

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Paramount Senior Living South Hills for many years of kindness and their loving and compassionate care.

 

All are welcome Friday, February 9, 2024 from 1 PM until the time of his funeral service at 2 PM, Temple Emanuel of the South Hills, 1250 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Interment will be private to the family. Arrangements entrusted to WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, Scott Twp., 412-563-2800.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Angel Ridge Animal Rescue, PO Box 94, Meadowlands, PA 15347.

 

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