Gordon G. Pender, 74 years, beloved husband of Grace M., nee McAuliff; loving father of Pamela (Roberto) Diaz, Gregory (Carmel), and John “Jack”; proud grandfather of Jillian Pender; dear brother of John “Jack” (Jeanne Marie); dearest brother-in-law of Gilbert (Peggy) McAuliff, Gregory (the late Jenny) McAuliff, Gary (Monica) McAuliff, George “Bud” Thornton, Gloria (the late Paul) Milane, and the late Gertrude (John) Mack and the late Glenn (Lynn) McAuliff; fond uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews; dear friend of many people at Holsum Bakery. Funeral Thursday, 8:45 a.m. from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn, to St. Linus Church, Mass 9:30 a.m. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Mausoleum. Visitation Wednesday, 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Linus Restoration Project. Retired 40-year employee of Holsum Bakery. Active parishioner at St. Linus Church. Special thanks to the nurses at Christ Hospital – 7th Floor East. Visit www.mem.com or call 708-636-1193 or 773-735-4242.
