Robert Dean (Bob) Gordon

Robert Dean (Bob) Gordon, age 63 of Jackson, passed away suddenly on March 4, 2023 in Nashville.

Bob was born on December 11, 1960 in Jackson, TN to Patricia Ann (Hayward) Gordon and the late William Thomas Gordon. He was a general contractor for many years before becoming a teacher at South Side High School. He was a loving husband, father, and pappaw. His strong, loving personality allowed him to shine bright in every room he entered. He touched many lives through coaching, teaching, and just being a friend and confidante. People were rarely in his presence without a smile on their face.

He was preceded in death by his father, William Thomas Gordon.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 40 years, Becky (Cantrell) Gordon of Medon; Two sons, Ben (Julie) and Kris (Claire) and four precious grandsons, Lane, Tucker, Jackson, and Owen. He is also survived by brother, Bill (Tina) Gordon, and sisters, Barbara (Steve) Tyler, and Becky (Robert) Mullins and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends and loved ones on Thursday evening, March 7, 2024 from 4-7 p.m. at Malesus Baptist Church. Visitation will resume at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, March 8, 2024 with service to follow at 2:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the charity of the donor’s choice.