Gordon Jack Strom was born July 8, 1950. He grew up in Kenmore, Wash. and attended Kenmore High School.

Gordon has lived on Whidbey Island for 25 years and was an avid car enthusiast who loved working on his ‘55 Chevy.

He is survived by his daughter Stephanie, his brother Dean and partner Richie.

Honest and humble, he had a big heart and was always willing to help someone in need.

Gordon was very talented with mechanics; he could take any broken down machine and bring it back to life.