Paul Gordon Sr.
Paul Gordon Sr., born February 26, 1940, in Des Moines, Iowa, passed away of natural causes on October 1, 2026, at Methodist West in West Des Moines, Iowa. He was 86 years old.
Paul was a deeply loved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He was a man who enjoyed the simple things in life and, above all, treasured spending time with his family.
Paul had many interests throughout his life. He loved gardening, gospel music, Elvis Presley, singing karaoke, Kansas City Chiefs football, fishing, SmokeyDs BBQ, and enjoying time with the people he loved. His personal interests, and love for his family created countless memories that those closest to him will carry with them forever.
Paul is survived by his son, Paul Gordon Jr.; daughter, Elizabeth Gordon; grandchildren Shawn, Alissa, and Josh Gordon, McKenzie & Micheala Hale, Malcomb Byrd and Paula & David Merino; and numerous great-grandchildren, including Caleb Fiedler, Dustin Leto, RaShawn, Ryan, Naday & Ny’Lah Chandler, King Suhr, Lavari & Lavana Ballentine, and Avery, Oliver, & Millie Gordon
He is also survived by his sisters, Yvonne Miller, Mary Wood, Gloria Rose, Ruth Henry, and Carol Klebs, along with extended family and friends who loved him dearly.
Paul was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Hazel Gordon; his parents, Joseph and Coral Gordon; his brother, Gerald Gordon; his sister, Naomi Lacey-McFarland; his son, David Gordon; his daughter, Pam Merino; and grandchildren Zachary & Rachel Dolan, and Chad Leto.
Paul was dearly loved by his entire family and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His presence will be deeply missed, but the memories, laughter, love, and time shared with him will remain in the hearts of his family for generations to come.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at South Oak Grove Cemetery in Stuart, Iowa.
The family asks that flowers be sent to Merle Hay Funeral Home 4400 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50310 before Friday, October 9 at 4:00 p.m.
Rest peacefully, Paul. You were deeply loved, and you will never be forgotten.