Morris Gordon

Morris “Bubby” Charles Gordon is a man who will be remembered for his zest for life. Born on December 19, 1915, Bubby was 93 years old when he passed away on Monday, October 19, 2009. Bubby was born to Sophia Schein Gordon and Jake Gordon in Tampa, Florida. On July 10, 1938, he married Dorothy Baker of Orlando, Florida, who has fallen for his sense of humor. This summer, they celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary! Bubby was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Renee Krouse. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy, and son and daughter-in-law, Jan and Hiromi Gordon, of Kyoto, Japan. He is also survived by a niece, Jacqueline Schulman of Tucker, Georgia and nephew Steve Oster of Tampa, Florida. Bubby and Dorothy moved to Tyler in 1939 where they opened a business on the Tyler Square, Gordon’s Jewelers. They soon relocated to the corner of Ferguson and Broadway and operated their successful business for thirty years. In 1951, he and his wife purchased a historic home in the Azalea District of Tyler, which they resided in until recently. Along with owning a business in Tyler, Bubby was a longstanding member of Temple Beth-el and a former member of the Shriners. He served his country in the United States Navy in World War II. Bubby loved to fish in the Gulf of Mexico on his boat, “Alwaysumpin.” He especially loved fishing near Rockport, Texas and Destin, Florida. He also enjoyed golf and dancing with Dorothy to Frank Sinatra. He will be remembered for his honesty, generosity, sense of humor, and common sense. He was a mentor to many young businessmen in Tyler and always had a good story for anyone who would listen. His “Bubbyisms” will continue to bring smiles to those who loved him. Bubby is loved and will be missed by his family, friends, and neighbors. His family would like to thank all of the friends, neighbors and healthcare workers who have extended love and care for them. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to PATH, 402 W. Front St., Tyler, Texas 75702; Salvation Army, 633 North Broadway, Tyler, Texas 75702; Hospice of East Texas Foundation, 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, Texas 75701; or the charity of your choice. A memorial service for Bubby will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 1:30 pm at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway, in Tyler with Rabbi Neal Katz officiating. Family visitation and reception will follow the service at the home of Tom and Julie Brown in Tyler.

Morris Gordon

December 19, 1915 - October 19, 2009