Forever In Our Hearts...The Life of ALFRED LEON GORDON,57

There will be a private viewing for immediate family ONLY, Thursday, February 22, 2024, 1:30 PM at the funeral parlor, followed by a public from 2 to 5 pm

Funeral Services will be Friday, February 23, 2024, 12:00 O' Clock High Noon, Highway Restoration Ministries , 740 Vance Street,  Roanoke Rapids, NC. Burial will follow in the  Morning Star Mission Church Cemetery, 271 Oak Street, Garysburg, NC, Bishop Alvin Campbell will be the eulogist

Mr. Alfred Leon Gordon, also known as "Leon," a son of the late: Claretha J. Johnson, Alfred Alphonso Gordon, and late stepfather: Roland Johnson. He was called to his heavenly home on February 18,2024. He was born on April 18, 1966, in Hawthorne, Florida.

He was a 1985 graduate of Roanoke Rapids High School, Roanoke Rapids, NC

Leon was known for his drywall work. He was a joyful spirit to be around and made everyone around him laugh. He loved to dance and enjoy family. May his soul be at rest, and he be welcomed into the arms of the Lord.

Leon gave his life to the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal savior. He was a loving father, husband, and brother and will be missed by his estranged wife: Tonya Gordon of Jacksonville, Florida.

Treasured memories will remain with his children:  Amhud Hawkins of Jacksonville, Fl,  Alfred Leon Gordon Jr.  and wife Jessica of Charolette, NC; La Shana Gordon and Christopher Gordon of Charolette, Emmanuel Gordon, Franchesica Gordon, Jasmine Gordon, Kenyatta Gordon, Keshawn Gordon all of Gainesville, Florida, and several other children. He will also leave cherished memories with his grandchildren.

He will be dearly missed by his siblings:  Timothy A. Gordon, Shenita V. Gordon, Tammie L. Gordon all of Roanoke Rapids, NC. Karla A. Collins and husband Chip of Clearwater, Fl.  Alphonso Gordon  and wife Lanell of Alaucha, Fl.,Tammy Deloatch and husband Herbert, Wanda Scott, Carla Johnson and Frances Avent all of Roanoke Rapids, NC.

He will be missed by Grandmother Cassie Tuggerson of Rochester, NY. A host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and many others.

Poem

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not meant to be;

So, He put His arms around you, and whispered, "come to Me."

With tearful eyes we watched and saw you pass away,

Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay.

Your Golden Heart stopped beathing, hard- working hands at rest.

God broke our hearts to prove to us, He always takes the best.

With All Our Love, Your Family

A Fallen Limb

A limb has fallen from the family tree.
I keep hearing a voice that says,
"Grieve not for me.
Remember the best times,
the laughter, the song.
The good life I lived
while I was strong.
Continue my heritage,
I'm counting on you.
Keep smiling and surely
the sun will shine through.
My mind is at ease,
my soul is at rest.
Remembering all,
how I truly was blessed.
Continue traditions,
no matter how small.
Go on with your life,
don't worry about falls.
I miss you all dearly,
so keep up your chin.
Until the day comes
we're together again."

Alfred rests in the comfort of Coleman-McGee Funeral Home & Staff...Thoughtful Professional Services Within The Means Of All...Because WE Care...