Thomas A. Gordon passed away on March 1st in Plymouth, MA surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 71. Tom was born and raised in Plymouth, son of Thomas and Rose Gordon. He graduated from Plymouth High School in 1963 and from Coyne Electrical Technical School in 1965 with a degree in mechanical engineering.
Tom was employed by several New England based companies through the years including Mathewson Corporation, Read Screen-all, Brownell Boat Trailers and Brodeur Machine Company. He was most recently our favorite cashier to be seen working at the Kingston CVS pharmacy. Tom was known for his passion for baseball, woodworking, trains, music and the New England water front. He loved spending quality time with his family.
Tom is survived by his brother, Richard L. Gordon and his wife Linda, his ex-wife, Deborah R. Gordon, his daughter, Jennifer Edgerly, her husband Charles, and their daughter Abigail, along with his son Jason Gordon and his wife Mary Beth, as well as by many nieces, nephews and extended family members. He will also be missed by his beloved cat, Sally.
Funeral arrangements will be under the care of the Bartlett Funeral Home, 338 Court Street, Plymouth. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, March 5th from 4 to 7 pm. A mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Monday, March 6th at 10 am, followed by internment at St. Joseph’s cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Standish Humane Society of Duxbury, MA. He will always be remembered for his enjoyment of the simple pleasures in life and the love of his family.