Gordon Andrew Stratton, 92, of Eden passed Thursday, June 23, 2022 at AnniePennHospital in Reidsville.
A memorial service will be held 2pm Friday, July 1, 2022 at Fair Funeral Home Chapel in Eden, Military Honors on the front lawn, with burial to follow at Dan River Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Ruffin. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, 1-2pm, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel.
Gordon was born July 28, 1929 in Eden, NC, to the late Abraham Lincoln Stratton and Flora Meeks Stratton. After high school, Gordon served his country as Master Sergeant in the US Army. He worked for Pepsi Co. as a diesel mechanic until his retirement.
Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Kathy Combe (Mickey) of Elon; grandsons, Todd Ellis and Kevin Ellis of Rock Hill, SC, Justin Ellis of Salisbury, NC; numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Gordon is preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Stratton; brothers, Howard Stratton, Melvin Stratton, Tony Stratton, Harry Stratton; sisters, Myrtle Nelson, Ruby McGuire, Esther East, Belle Barber, Lena Stratton.
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Gordon Stratton was a close friend of my late father, Cecil Roach and our family. I have great memories of visits from Gordon at the homes of my parents and grandparents throughout the years. He was a good man, enjoyed life and remained active after his retirement with activities such as Square Dancing. He was a military hero, a friend to many and will be greatly missed. I extend condolences to all family, relatives and friends.
Roger D. Roach
We are so sorry to hear of Gordon's passing such a nice man he will be missed we meant him at the Barn prayers for you all 🙏 ❤️ Elvin Hawks and Jennifer
Jennifer and Elvin
Our hearts are very sad to hear of Gordon's passing. He was such a sweet man. He came to our dances every Thursday evening at the Reidsville Event Center. My husband Bob and I will miss him so much, as I'm sure so many of our dancers will too. RIP Gordon, you will now be able to dance with the Angels.
Myra Tudor
Mr. Stratton came to the Reidsville Event Center, and I have danced with him several times in the past. He was a very sweet and kind man. He would dance with many, and told me one time, he came there to mingle with people and enjoy himself. I told him he was doing very well for his age and he volunteered to tell me that also. It was just a general conversation. I am thinking of all of you at this time. Vicky Arrington, Burlington
Vicky Arrington
To the family, so sorry about your loss. I met Gordon at the Reidsville Event Center. He will be missed at the dance
Tana Austin
I always loved to see Gordon dancing at THE BARN in EDEN-he was a fine fellow and sometimes could tell you a true story that would be funny-was nice to go to his 90th birthday party at his neice's house!
Keith Carroll
I had the privilege of knowing Gordan as he had dated my mother Jean Newton for at least 25 years. Gordan was a nice man to have known though the years he was kinda of a quite man he loved to go to the dances. Gordan has visited my family in Florida many times in the last 20 years He will be missed by our family as we felt like Gordan was family
Janet Miller I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the family.
Like Roger, I also have many fond memories of Gordon through the years. Lisa and I were the same age. He would often bring her to visit also. I am so sorry to learn of Lisa’s passing as well. I was not aware of that until now.
Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all. Rhonda R Cozart
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Misty Cox
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Born: Sunday Jul 28, 1929
