BUCKNER – Gordon Mandrell, 81, of Buckner, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at his home.

He was born on June 28, 1942, to Ralph and Mary Ann (Conner) Mandrell. He married Nancy (Dawson) Mandrell, and she preceded him in death. He later married Linda Sue (Goessman) Mandrell, and she preceded in death.

He is survived by his best friend and caregiver Kathy Fromherz, his adopted children Carlos, Alex, Jeremy, JoAnna and Franky; one nephew Gary Fry, and one brother-in-law Warren Dawson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two wives, two sons, sister Sharon Fry, and his adopted daughter and dancing partner Laura Schuller.

He was a coalminer, a corrections officer and was a United States Army veteran. He loved to watch sports and to go to dances. He loved food and Elvis Presley.

Funeral services for Gordon will be on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 1 p.m. at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher. 

Visitation will be on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at 1 p.m. 

Burial will be at Harrison Cemetery.

For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com.