James Gordon Pierce, 75 of Farmersville, Texas, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2014 in Plano, Texas.  During his two month illness, God blessed and sustained his family through many friends and loved ones.  A service for the celebration of Gordon's life will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, June 28th at the First Baptist Church of Farmersville.  

Gordon was born November 5, 1938 to John Patton Pierce, Jr. and Minnie Fyffe Pierce in Marshall, Texas. His parents and brother, Larry, preceded him in death.  In 1957 Gordon graduated from Marshall High School, joined the U.S. Air Force and proudly served his country until 1961.  

Gordon and Ina Marie Strong were married on December 21, 1962 in Marshall, Texas.  He graduated from Kilgore College in 1968. 

Gordon's life was guided by his love for the Lord.  He served many years as a Sunday School teacher, a Gideon and deacon.  He also volunteered in the Gideon jail ministry and believed strongly in the power of the Word of God.  His career with the U.S. Postal Service spanned from 1967-1992 in various positions including Postmaster of both Diana and Hallsville, Texas. Gordon enjoyed sports and was an avid golfer. He and Ina lived in East Texas until 2006 when they moved to the Dallas area to be closer to their children and grandchildren. 

Gordon is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ina Marie; his daughters, Melissa Schipper and Susan Beck; their husbands, Mike Schipper and Keith Beck and grandchildren Matthew Schipper and wife Melanie, Timothy Schipper and wife Jenna, Jonathan Schipper, Daniel Schipper, Claire Beck and Rose Beck. Paw Paw and his grandchildren enjoyed a mutual adoration with many hours spent playing barber shop, detective, learning magic tricks, and having tea parties.  They were each a delight to him.

Gordon was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend to anyone he met.  

Memorials may be made to The Gideons International or First Baptist Church of Farmersville.