The Shreveport Times

Obituaries

Wednesday, November 05, 2008

William Gordon Lord, Sr.

Zion’s Rest Cemetery, Wallace Community

MANSFIELD, LA - Gordon Lord, 91 passed away November 4, 2008 in his home surrounded by family. Visitation will be held at Rose Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, on Wednesday November 5 from 5 pm to 8 pm. A funeral service honoring his life will be held Thursday, November 6 at Wallace Baptist Church, in the Wallace Community. Rev. Jeff Jinks will be officiating with the service beginning at 1 pm with the internment following at Zion's Rest Cemetery.

Gordon was born October 12, 1917 in Oxford, LA to Clara and Jeb Stuart Lord. After serving his country in the South Pacific during WWII and earning the Bronze Star he returned home where upon he met the love of his life, Sybil Blair. Married 60 years with three children, Cassandra Lord, Bill Lord and Byron Lord, 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

He is proceeded in death by his daughter, Casssandra Lord, his granddaughter Dawana Lord, brother Fred Lord and parents Clara and Jeb Stuart Lord.

Gordon's family would like to especially thank their wonderful friends, neighbors and all of those who live within the community that have offered their love and support. The family would also like to express their gratitude to Dr. Evans, his staff and Superior Hospice for all of their wonderful care.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to your favorite charity in honor of Gordon's life and all those he touched. Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Mansfield, LA 318-872-4660