OBIT: Jane (Robertson) GORDON, 2008, of interest in Somerset County, PA Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by Meyersdale Library Transcribed and proofread by Barry and Betty Christy. jhurl@meyersdalelibrary.org Copyright 2010. All rights reserved. http: //www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/pa/somerset/ ----------------------------------------------- GORDON, Jane Robertson 03/11/08 Daily American Jane Robertson Gordon, 90, passed away on, March 2, 2008, with her family at her side. Born July 23, 1917, in Bradford. Jane was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Richard K. Gordon. During World War II, Jane raised her two children, Scott (Dolores) and Betsy (Harry Osborne) while husband Dick served as a paratrooper. Jane is survived by her brothers, Richard L. Robertson (Elsie) and Paul W. "Buster" Robertson (Edith). She and Dick had 11 Grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Jane's post-war years involved raising her family as well as being office manager of Neilan Engineers in Somerset. Jane was a member as well as president of the Somerset Soroptomist Club and served on their board of directors. Upon retirement, Dick and Jane spent winters in Mesa, Ariz. and summers in Show Low, Ariz. A memorial service for this witty, sophisticated, beautiful lady will be held at the Church of the Master Presbyterian Church, 5659 E. University, Mesa, Ariz. at 2:30 p.m. March 22. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Church of the Master.