Gordon M. “Gordy” Alders Obituary (1925 - 2022)

ALDERS, Gordon M. -age 97 of Centerville, Ohio passed away at Hospice of Dayton on Monday afternoon, December 5th 2022. Gordy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on Thursday, October 8th 1925 to William Manuel & Pearl (nee Goodrich) Alders. He is survived by his wife of 63 wonderful years, Dorothy "Dottie" (nee Hawker), their son's Brad and Gary (Lisa). Gordy was blessed with 10 grandchildren: Eric, Nicholas, Nicole, Zak, Andy, Tyler, Travis, Alex, Luke, Megan as well as 4 great-grandchildren: Madison, Waylon, Sadie and Arlie. Gordy is also survived by sister Nadine Sasser. He was preceded in death by sons Grady and Micheal, as well as Micheal's wife Francine. He was incredibly honored and proud to play trumpet with The Tommy Tucker Orchestra in the 1940's. Then duty called and he had to leave the band for the Air Force. After returning home, he joined NCR Corporation where he worked in Accounting for 36 years; then retirement came in October of 1987! Along with playing the trumpet, Gordy enjoyed bowling and golfing but most of his free time was spent enjoying his kids and grandkids! He was a devoted husband and father, may he rest in peace! Save us all a good seat in Heaven, dad! Services will be privately scheduled by the family. Care entrusted to Schlientz & Moore Funeral Home. www.DaytonFunerals.com