Lenore Elizabeth Gordon remembered after 100 years

Lenore Elizabeth Gordon of Dodgeville died on April 1, 2026, at age 100. She is survived by children, grandchildren and other relatives, and will be buried privately with a Celebration of Life planned for a later date.

Lenore Elizabeth Gordon of Dodgeville died on April 1, 2026, surrounded by family at the age of 100. She was born June 27, 1925, in Linden, Wisconsin, and grew up as one of 14 siblings. She married Harold Gordon on June 28, 1945, and the couple farmed in the Waldwick area before moving to Dodgeville in 1965. Lenore worked at Lands' End and later greeted customers at Walmart, and she remained active in her community and in her home life into her 90s. Key details: - Died April 1, 2026, at age 100 in Dodgeville; passed surrounded by family. - Born June 27, 1925, in Linden, Wisconsin, daughter of Francis and Lydia Mae (Roberts) Fine and one of 14 siblings. - Married Harold Gordon on June 28, 1945; the couple farmed in the Waldwick area and moved to Dodgeville in 1965. - Worked at Lands' End and later as a Walmart greeter; remembered for friendliness and for once stopping a shoplifter. - Survived by three children (Dennis, Peggy and Betty Jo), seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Alice Nobel and many other relatives; preceded in death by her husband Harold and numerous siblings. - Funeral arrangements include a private burial at Eastside Cemetery and a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date; Lulloff-Peterson-Houck Funeral Home is assisting the family and the family thanked St. Croix Hospice Care and Sienna Crest Nursing Home for their care. Summary: Lenore Gordon is remembered for a welcoming heart, a competitive spirit at family games, and long ties to family and community. Burial will be private at Eastside Cemetery and a Celebration of Life is planned for a later date. Undetermined at this time.