Jane Gordon

Jane (Frankenfield) Gordon, 87, of Milford, NJ, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, July 28, 2019.

Born April 7, 1932 in Erwinna, PA, Jane lived most of her life in Milford, NJ. She graduated from Frenchtown High School in 1950 and is a graduate of Churchman's Business School in Easton, PA. Jane worked as a claims adjuster for Cigna for many years and retired as a medical billing coordinator for Hunterdon Otolaryngology. She was a member of the First United Church of Christ in Milford, NJ, where she volunteered her time. Jane loved the Phillies, enjoyed gardening, bird watching, antiquing, and spending time at Tinicum Park. Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Daughter of the late Jacob and Ruth (Hillpot) Frankenfield, Jane is survived by her three sons Forrest Gordon and his wife Margery of Fort Wayne, IN, William Gordon and his wife Heidi of Quakertown, PA, Peter Gordon and his wife Jessica of Milford, NJ, her daughter Ellen Gordon and her husband Stephen of Milford, NJ, her brother Chet Frankenfield, her sister Jeanne Shirk, eleven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and her beloved caregiver Maria. Jane is predeceased by her beloved husband Frank Gordon, and her sisters Olive Strauss, Pearl Tange, Ida Mae Sutphin, Esther Carver, and Pauline Serfass.

An old newspaper clipping found hanging in her kitchen said, "A very beautiful life. A very interesting life. A very lucky life. I've had ugly moments in life, it is true. But they were never stupid moments, stupid tears. Even sorrows sometimes are fortunate."

Funeral services will be private. Arrangements are under the care of the Johnson-Walton Funeral Home, 24 Church Road, Milford, NJ.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Church of Christ, P.O. Box 483, Milford, NJ 08848.

Condolences

From: Tammy Sassaman
Deepest sympathy to your family. May God’s love surround you in your time of sorrow. Blessings, Tim & Tammy Sassaman

From: Sharon & Mike McGowan
We are so sorry for your loss. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

From: tracy and karen mchenry
so sorry for your loss. Jane was the sweetest woman to know. we will miss her dearly.

From: Carrie Serfass
A beautiful tribute. I will always remember and treasure the many visits I made to her home both as a child and an adult, to go see Aunt Jane.

From: Mark, Kathy, Matt and Leah Petro
Our deepest condolences to you all. Your mom was the sweetest lady. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

From: Guy Walton
My heartfelt condolences to Pete and the family. She was a wonderful lady, always greeted me with a warm smile. Please know we are always here to help you, in any way we can.

From: Claudia Moninghoff Brotzman
Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to Pete and the entire family. Very sorry to hear of her loss however she was blessed to have family to look after her and take care of her as well as concern for her well being day in and out. You are certainly in my prayers. Respectfully Submitted; Bill & Claudia Moninghoff Brotzman

From: Ziemba family;
Jess and family; We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

From: Jill Sapudar
My deepest condolences to Ellen and her entire family.

From: Steve Balliet
My wife and I were walking to the firehouse the day we buried my Dad. A guy from across the street at the gas station hollered "Steve!" and walked over. Said he was Bill Gordon. I don't think I had seen Bill for 30-35 years, but somehow he knew me. He said he wanted to be at my Dad's funeral, but couldn't because his Mom just died that morning! We had a very nice talk and he told me what my Dad meant to him, even through the grief of his Mom. I could tell he was hurting. I invited him over to the firehouse to see old friends. It is always a gut punch when a family member dies, even if you know it's inevitable. I am sorry for your loss Bill, Ellen, Forest and to all your extended family. I know what you are feeling and going through. Everybody grieves differently and at different times. Emotions are raw. Things are perceived that are done, said and heard in ways that they were not meant to be. Stay united as a family. That's what your Mom would want. And tell all the good stories!

From: Leigh & Pat Tange
We have nothing but fond memories of your mother. She was a great Aunt and such a nice lady. God's blessing to you at this time.

From: Fleming Family
Pete and family we are sorry to hear about your loss.

From: David+Mel Gano
May God Bless the Gordon Family

From: Ardath Balliet
I send my sympathy to all the Gordon family . i am so sorry for your loss and understand your heartache. Steve's talk with Bill was an unusual interlude on a difficult day for both of them that brought two grieving families together. I send my love to you all.

From: Fran and Rich Petiet
Our sympathy goes out to the entire Gordon family, your mom was a very sweet woman, who would always stop and talk, happy memories to all of you, Richard and Fran Petiet

From: Brian &candice Maloney
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Gordon family.

From: Deb Shenberger
Ellen, Bill, Pete, & Forest - so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers.

From: Janet MOWDER
As Milford blooms with the beautiful white hydrangeas,,,, I think for your mom .grandmother with love and such respect. She was a blessing to me during the worst time in my life, I will always remember Jane as a special lady ,a most treasured person in my life. To the Gordon family , I which you peace in knowing shes at peace with your father. prayers Janet Mowder

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