Michael Joslin Gordon
September 29, 1945 - January 16, 2023
Rock Hill , South Carolina - Michael Joslin Gordon, age 77, passed away January 16, 2023 in his beloved hometown, Rock Hill, South Carolina. He was predeceased by his parents, Howard and Eleanor Gordon and brother Joseph.
Mike grew up in Rock Hill and graduated from Clemson University. He was a member of the Numeral Society, now known as the fraternity Sigma Alpha Epsilon. After college, he attended Officer Candidate School and admirably served our country in the Army as Second Lieutenant.
Mike was a serial entrepreneur and natural salesman. He loved his customers and they loved him back. Mike co-founded the nationally known golf lifestyle brand Divots Sportswear, sold hundreds of thousands of soft sculpture dolls as CEO and founder of The Patch Factory, made golfers happy at his store Niblicks on Hilton Head Island, and held a partnership in Piedmont Specialty Advertising with his brother Jim. The family is certain God will soon call and place an order with Mike for 8 dozen embroidered shirts and matching hats, but not before upselling some screen printed koozies. If Mike heard this himself, he would be sharing his infectious laugh in certain agreement.
Mike is survived by his patient and loving wife, Ann, a long-time executive at the Charlotte Observer. Mike's siblings Joan Waks, David Gordon (Kathy), Susan G.DeRamus (Dave), and Jimmy Gordon (Donna) will now be responsible for something we all loved about Mike, retelling the same 20 stories to anyone who would listen: the eagle he made at Augusta National, the time he and best friend Jack Leader snuck out of the house and "borrowed" (and wrecked) his dad's car, the time he cleaned his many great neighborhood friends in Joslin Pointe at the poker table, and many more.
Mike's children, Phil Gordon (Barb) and Ashley Stone, and stepchildren Christine Sykes Lowe (Fielding), Ryan Burns (Julie), and Alan Burns will miss him greatly.
Mike's amazing and talented grandkids span from A to Z: Anisa, Austin, Jacob, Lila, Sarina, Xander, Zachary, and Zakai. And, we can't forget to mention his faithful canine companion, Mr. Boots.
A celebration of a life well-lived and loved will be held at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1694 Bird Street, Rock Hill, S.C. at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 27, 2023.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. Or, if you are so inclined, please buy yourself a bottle of his favorite, Dewars, and toast Mike with a shot (or two) on the rocks.

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Published by The Herald on Jan. 19, 2023.

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Judi Coppedge

January 27, 2023

Mike was a memorable and funny guy in college, as he and his wife were friends of mine. We all shared many special and hilarious times together.
Sending prayers and hugs to Ann and their family, and know that Mike is still having a good time, but on a higher plane.
Judi Osborne Coppedge

Michael W. Griffith and Brenda

January 23, 2023

Mike was a life-long special friend whose company and friendship I will always miss, especially his laughter that filled the room with joy. No one had a laugh like Michael J. Gordon! My sincere condolences to Mike's family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort you all. Michael W. Griffith and Brenda.

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Crystal Edwards

January 21, 2023

My heart goes out to Ann. Mike was a great person and will always be remembered as someone who was selfless and giving. I loved caring for him in his final days and I will miss him dearly.

Brenda Long Griffith

January 20, 2023

Mike was a really nice guy and will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him, including his loyal companion Boots. Sad to read of his passing from this life, but know that he is rejoicing now with our Lord in Eternity and we will see him again one day! May Jesus send comfort to his family and friends and guide you all in the days to come.

Rick Bagley

January 20, 2023

very sorry for your loos. He was a great guy.

Kathleen Madigan

January 20, 2023

Michael Gordon, I didn´t know you but I know I would have loved you! Handsome? Of course. In your face and the glimmer in your eyes I see humor and a beautiful and caring heart and soul.
My deepest condolences to Ann and the rest of your beautiful family.
May you rest in the arms of God.
PS-I don´t drink whiskey but I´ll definitely toast you with Bailey´s Irish Crème.
With much love and many prayers,
Kathleen Madigan

Danny Deas

January 20, 2023

I always enjoyed Mike's company. His personality always lit up a room. Great guy, just a real people person...goona miss him.
This is a very sad day for his family and friends.

Hodge Golson

January 19, 2023

Dude. You done good. Great memories of a wonderful friend. Not gonna get into too much detail here because...well...we sometimes had too much fun. You live on. Cheers, Mike.

Jim Johnson

January 19, 2023

Jimmy, Donna and the family, I am so sorry to see Mike has passed -

Grace

January 19, 2023

I didn't know Mike, but I just wanted to say, his obituary is so beautiful. How loved he must be to have such kind words so thoughtfully written. Mike sounded like an incredible man, and his family and friends were blessed to share their lives with him and he with them. I pray you all find comfort in knowing Mike was a beautiful and special life well-lived. He seems like he would want you all to celebrate that. Prayers for your comfort, peace and strength during this time and for the rest of your days.

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