Gorgon C. Bourdeau

November 29, 2020

Born to Eternal Life on November 29, 2020 at the age of 94 years. Preceded in death by his wife Sophia; parents Camille Bourdeau and Clara Bebeau; and his 9 brothers and sisters. Gorgon is survived by his many relatives and friends who live in WI, MN, MI, FL and AZ. Gorgon went into the Army after graduating from High School and served for 2 years in the Pacific. There he earned several medals and honorable discharge in 1946. Gorgon worked for the Calumet & Hecla Mining Company in Lake Linden, MI and then GT&F Metal Fabricating in Milwaukee, WI. He began his career at the US Post Office in Milwaukee from 1957 until retirement in 1988. He enjoyed working in his garden, fishing with his friends on Lake Michigan, collecting coins and stamp book collecting. He often would ride the Amtrak train to Chicago and spend holidays and birthdays with his niece and children. He was known for his generosity and always carried a number of $50 bills. He enjoyed delighting waitresses, children and others by giving them one of his famous bills. Gorgon was a member of the Senior Club at St. Rafael and helped with Bingo for many years. Special thanks to the staff of Harbour Village Assisted Living and Hospice Care for their kind and compassionate care. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. RAFAEL THE ARCHANGEL CHURCH (2059 S. 33rd St., Milwaukee, WI)on May 14, 2021 at 11:00 AM. Inurnment Valhalla Memorial Park Rozga Funeral & Cremation Services Lincoln Village Chapel 414/671-5200