Gordon S. Blaum's Obituary
Gordon S. Blaum, Sr., 98 years old, of Lakeland, Florida, died peacefully on February 7, 2023.
Gordon was born Sept. 29, 1924 in Jeffersontown, Kentucky.
In high school, he enlisted in the Coast Guard and was proud to serve in WWII as a Signalman 3rd class and was third in line to load ammunition for guns. His ship was part of the landing on D-day that took place July 1, 1945.
After he returned home, he completed his High School degree at Lake Worth High School. He met and married the love of his life, Edna Avedisian. They lived in Miami most of their lives and attended University Baptist Church. Gordon received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami and a Masters degree from Florida. He taught at Merrick Elementary, Coral Gables, and later taught at the University of Miami.
Gordon and his wife Edna enjoyed his passion for square dancing. He was the 1st square dance caller in Florida. He was most well-known for his square dance calling and even had a record that went platinum! As an avid sportsman, he enjoyed playing in shuffleboard tournaments and also participated and earned medals in many events of the Senior Olympics. Gordon loved golf and has enjoyed walking and following his grandsons playing golf over the years.
Gordon is predeceased in death by his wife Edna. He is survived by his daughter Rosemary Olivia Blaum, his son Steve Blaum (Nancy), grandsons; Ryan Blaum (Ashley), Brent Blaum (Madeline), and Travis Majors, as well as 2 great grandsons; Bodie Blaum and Brooks Blaum.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, February 15th, at 12 noon at Miami Memorial Park.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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