Jacilyn Gordon

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Jacilyn Mae Gordon
Date Of Birth:August 13, 1933
Date Of Death:November 8, 2011
Service Date:Visitation: 4-7:00 pm, November 11, 2011
10-11:00 am, November 12, 2011
Service: November 12, 2011 11:00am
Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home
1104 N. Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701

JACILYN MAE GORDON

NORMAL- Jacilyn Mae Gordon, 78, of Normal, IL passed away at 3:07 pm on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 at Advocate BroMenn Regional Medical Center in Normal.

Funeral services for Jacilyn will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home in Bloomington. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 pm on Friday, November 11, 2011 at Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home in Bloomington and one hour prior to services on Saturday. Burial will follow services at Park Hill Cemetery in Bloomington.

She was born August 13, 1933 in Normal, a daughter of William and Bernice M. Reinhart Buff. She married John C. Gordon on February 3, 1962 in Bloomington. He passed away on April 28, 1987.

Surviving are her children, Bobby Jo (Karen) Gordon, John W. "Bill" (Robin) Gordon, Jody M. (Tim) Watkins; her four grandchildren, Brandi M. Gordon, Jacilyn R. Gordon, Jordan T. Watkins, and Chelsie M. Watkins; and her two great grandchildren, Autumn N. Gordon and Destinie M. Rankin.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one brother, William R. Buff.

Jacilyn worked for Advanced Cleaners and then went on to work at ISU for twenty-three years before retiring to care for her grandchildren. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, AFSCME, and AARP.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Town of Normal Senior Center. Online condolences may be made to the family at kiblerbradyruestman.com.

Jacilyn's entire life was based on one of God's principles: put others above yourself. She lived it and no one could say a bad thing about her. She loved spending time with her grandkids and great grandkids. She enjoyed playing bingo, garage saling, and shopping. She lived life to its fullest being grateful for each new day. She was dearly loved and will be missed by many.
  • From: Karen  Burmaster Dennis
    Location:Palmetto,Florida

    Bobbie, Billie and Jodie, So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She will be missed by all who knew her. Please remember that all things happen for a reason and God has a better plan for her at this time. I am happy to know she will now be watching down over all of us as we continue our lifes journey helping each and everyone of us to take the right path. I will be praying for you and thinking of you all in your time of grief but please just remember to sit back and reflect on all the great times with your mom and remember we will all meet again and when we do we can all be thankful for following the right path which has been bestowed on us by all of Gods angels.Including your mother and my Aunt Jackie. Dear Heavenly Father please look down on all of us at this time of grief and please lay a special hand upon my Aunts family so that they will be able to accept your wishes and to soothe their hearts. Please help them to understand that all good things do come to an end-even life but that is when our Heavenly Father has called home another angel. I love you all and will be saying an extra prayer for you all at this time. Love You and Miss You All Cousin Karen Dennis 6710 36th Ave E #73 Palmetto,Florida 34221 941-894-5511

  • From: Susie Phipps
    Location:Harlingen, Texas

    My condolences to the Gordon family your mother worked with my mom Carolina at Watterson Towers and she always said she was a nice lady and enjoyed working with her Im sorry to hear of her passing away my God Bless you all and you family.

  • From: Jackie Gordon
    Location:bloomington

    I didnt think this day would ever come!!!! I love you grandma more then words can ever describe. I was hoping you would be there when i delivered your 3rd grandbaby. But i know you will be looking down on me and your grandchild. God does take the best. Until we meet again grandma I love you.

  • From: Vicky Hogan
    Location:Bloomington

    Bob & Family, Barry & Family: We were so very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Please know our thoughts are with you and prayers you'll find peace in knowing she is in a far better place now. If there is anything we can do, please say so. From your friends-The Hogan Family and LIFE Center for Independent Living

  • From: Don and Linda Winterland
    Location:Lake Mills, WI

    So sorry to hear of Jackie's passing. We were in cardiac rehab togehter plus we attended Calvary Baptist Church. Jackie was a very sweet and special lady. I am so happy to think we will have a future time to visit again.

  • From: Jon-n-Tina Smith
    Location:Bloomington, Illinois

    We are so very sorry to hear of your mother passing away~ Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Cherish your memories which will give you strength and keep them close to your heart. Our thought's and prayers are with you~ Jon-n-Tina Smith