Steven Gordon Obituary

Steven Wayne Gordon, 60, of Longview, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Steve was born on July 23, 1964, in Paris, Texas, to Marion Wayne and Linda Gordon, as the firstborn of three children.

Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home has scheduled a graveside service at the Evergreen Open Air Chapel Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM with a visitation 30 minutes prior to the service.

He is survived by his devoted wife, LaJuan Hollis Gordon; his daughter, Megan Gordon Prichard; and his stepchildren: Megan Rainer (and husband Bobby), Ryan Hollis (and wife Abby), and Matthew Hollis (and partner Taylor). He was a proud and loving grandfather to Aidan, Myah, Shannon, Elizabeth, and Ethan. Steve also leaves behind his parents, Wayne and Linda Gordon, and his brother, Chad Gordon. He was preceded in death by his brother Mark and his grandparents. He was a beloved son and brother who made his family proud every single day.

A lifelong lover of music, Steve was a gifted self-taught guitarist with a deep appreciation for classic rock. He knew every rock band from the 60s-2000s their backstory and stats right down to the instruments each member used and why. Whenever possible he attended concerts of his favorite bands, some multiple times- a love carried on by his daughter and her children now. But one of his most cherished memories was driving Megan to school most mornings with music up loud performing their own 'truck concert.'

His creativity extended to photography, and he spent many hours capturing the beauty of the world around him. He found beauty in nature, people, and architecture. It was one photo of the Grand movie theater in downtown Paris that sparked the conversation that rekindled a childhood friendship with the girl next door and eventual marriage to La Juan in 2018. Though she thinks that his mom, Linda may have had a subtle hand in that matchmaking by innocently pointing out that they should be Facebook friends because they both took such nice pictures.

His talent and passion for music and photography were matched only by his love for his family. Steve was fun-but not just in the "you enjoyed his company" kind of way. Of course, that was true too, but he had a rare knack for making everything better. Whether it was photography, power washing, or finding the best local food and flavors, he threw himself wholeheartedly into whatever he was doing. People around him recognized that spark and admired it.

His deep love for his family was shared daily in phone calls and video chats with his parents, brother, daughter, and grandchildren. He seldom missed an opportunity to gather and celebrate the life events, holidays, birthdays, and just because gatherings.

He adored his grandchildren and always wanted to know what they were doing and how they were. He played with them wholeheartedly, even dressing up when they asked-and helped instill in them a love of music. Steve had a deep craving to experience new things. He and LaJuan rarely missed an opportunity to explore, turning nearly every weekend into a road trip in search of a new adventure, culinary experience, concert, hiking, zip lining, framing the perfect shot or just walking hand in hand taking in the day.

He had an encyclopedic knowledge of professional wrestling, passed down from evenings spent watching with his grandparents, and later shared with Shannon-complete with back stories, stats, and nicknames that brought the characters to life. He loved hunting, but fishing with his grandson Aidan was his favorite. He read many books, played many games, and did crafts with sweet Myah and Elizabeth. His most famous musical performance was as lead guitarist for his grand girls living room concerts.

A man of humor and curiosity, Steve had a lifelong fascination with Bigfoot lore and genuinely believed he might one day find one. He once went as far as to bait the big guy with jack links jerky and his wife! Caddo Lake held a special place in his heart like nowhere else on earth. He loved going there with his beloved LaJuan, letting nature fill and renew him. To her, he was a soft place to land in a chaotic world helping her to slow, breathe and appreciate the sweetness of rest. He brought his generous heart, wise soul, and playful spirit into their love-one that won't soon be forgotten.

Steve spent 30 years working in the life insurance industry where he was known for his expertise, honesty, and relationships. Later he founded Have a Blast where he specialized in sand blasting art and personalization in glass, mirror, stone, and the notoriously famous Yeti cups. If you own a personalized Yeti in Paris TX, he probably made it.

Steve fought courageously against an illness that few face, never losing faith in his path to healing. He held fast to hope and determination until the very end. We will always remember his stubborn nature and unwavering tenacity in all of life but especially with how he held onto his faith in a cure.

His passing brings deep sorrow, his family finds peace knowing he is no longer in pain. Steve was a wonderful son and brother, a loving husband, an incredible father, and a proud grandfather and a loyal friend. His music, laughter, and stories will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

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