Jeannine Gordon
June 27, 2020
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Jeannine Mae (Crocker) Gordon, 78, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 8:12 a.m. at her home in Grimes, Iowa. She fought a courageous battle with cancer. A celebration of life service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 3, 2020 at the Wing River Cemetery, in her home state of Minnesota. Memorials may be given to Hope Chapel Alliance Church, Verndale, MN; Camp Jim Bible Camp, Pillager, MN; or Crown College in St. Bonifacius, Minnesota.
Jeannine invited Jesus to be her personal Savior as an 8-year old and kept her faith to the end of her time in this world. Her final story is one of encouragement to us all, that we must stay close to Jesus because salvation is worth everything. Her life Bible verse was Proverbs 3:5-6 and she did indeed trust in the Lord with all her heart.
Jeannine was born in Wing River Township, Minnesota to Kenneth and Emily (Erickson) Crocker on July 26, 1941. She married Dennis Gordon on August 5, 1961. She was a devoted Pastor’s wife who taught Sunday School, played piano, led Bible studies, baked food, and prepared church bulletins. She loved people and made substantial differences in many lives. She enjoyed working as a para-educator in public schools and loved her time working at the Wadena Tri-County Health Care.
She is preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Kathy Bucknell, three sister-in-laws: Mae Crocker, Betty Crocker, and Kathy Crocker. She is survived by her husband, Dennis, four children: Denise & David Bubeck of Grimes, Iowa, Matthew & Beth Gordon of Torrington, Wyoming, Michelle & Steve Nawrocki of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Jolene & Mark Nawrocki of Wheat Ridge, Colorado. In addition, she has 13 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and one on the way. She has 4 brothers, John, Jim, Jerry, and Dan & Michelle. Two sisters; Julie & Roger Riebling and Leola & Randy Beebe.
The family is very grateful for the professional and tender care of Dr. Tom Buroker and the Unity Point Hospice Blue Team. They were wonderful in the care they provided for our mom.
Karen Hensler
06/29/2021
Dennis, So sorry to hear of your loss. I so appreciated and loved working with Jennine while I was teaching the kids at STC who had special needs. What fun we had as we played games with the students. She was the best teacher associate ever. Made it special that we both had put our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Put on the same page as we worked to educate our students. Sadness in my heart and prayers on the way.
Pam (McCollum) Burks
07/02/2020
Dennis & family so sorry to hear of Jeannines passing, she was a wonderful lady and I know she will be greatly missed.
Love & Prayers
Pam & Geoff Burks
Rod & Heather Wall
07/02/2020
Dennis, saddened to hear that Jeannine is no longer by your side, but glad that she is with Jesus. You and Jeannine were such an encouragement to us when we moved to Clutier. I will never forget our times together, many laughs and good conversations. We are praying for you, wishing we could join you at the service tomorrow.
Maradee Lane
07/01/2020
Michelle, and family, I send you my deepest condolences. I remember the wonderful way you spoke of your mother. I will keep you, your family and your sweet Dad in my prayers!
Deb & Gaylord Lawson
07/01/2020
Hallelujah for the Cross! Jeannine is with her Lord & Savior. I know you will miss her greatly! May the wonderful memories you have of her comfort you all in the months ahead. What a legacy!
Clyde and Earlyne Leimberer
06/30/2020
Greetings and condolences from the Leimberers, now in Burnsville. Our ministry paths crossed many times over the years, particularly in the Wadena area and through many mutual friends. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Tim and Cindy McKillip
06/30/2020
Comforting to know Jeannine is at her final and glorious home. She was such a blessing to many and will be greatly missed. Prayers of comfort and peace to her family and friends.
Rick Heldenbrand
06/30/2020
What a joy and inspiration Jeannine was to Jolene and I in our marriage. Just a wonderful person...truly missed by all.
Jim and Marilyn Vorderbruggen
06/30/2020
I worked with your mother at the Tri County Hospital in Wadena she was very caring and gentle person, my
husband worked with your father at Equity Mill in Wadena, ask him about those days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Dennis and your family, so sorry.
Mick and Marlene Cox
06/30/2020
Our sympathy to your family. Jeannines smile and encouragement will always be remembered when we think of her.
Valerie J Spencer
06/29/2020
My condolences! Prayers for you all. ?
Bob and Kathy Derby
06/29/2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Fran Kueker
06/29/2020
Such a wonderful woman and neighbor. She always had a warm smile! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Terry and Chris Lytle
06/29/2020
So many good memories. So enjoyed your family for the years you spent in Hamlet. Was awesome having Jeannine help in JV Awana when we first started it in Hamlet. So thankful for the time I was able to stop and see Dennis and Jeannine a few months back. Beautiful memories but we still miss them so when they leave us. Love to all.
Bruce and Barb Brown
06/29/2020
Prayers for the family!!