Gordon Sean Durkin, 41, of Nutley passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021. Born in Jersey City, Gordon attended St. Peter's Prep where he was a proud member of the football team. He attended Njcu and placed 1st in 3 weight lifting competitions. He made the dean’s list twice despite his hearing deficit. He also attended Rutgers University in Newark where he majored in Sociology/Social work. He worked for the Dept. of Recreation in Jersey City where he was a football coach and counselor. He fed the homeless daily after working the camp. He was a supervisor at UPS. He also worked at Pathmark, K Mart and Staples. He recently worked as an associate at Target. He loved serving the public. Gordon was an incredible artist.. He loved music and art.. He was also an avid MMA fan. Gordon was happiest when he mentored children. This is where he shined the most. His nieces and nephews will miss his love and guidance.
Gordon is survived by his parents Gordon R. and Marianne (Mondanaro) Durkin; his sisters Michelle and Nicole Durkin; and his nephew Derek Estrella.
The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 16th at 12noon from the S.W. Brown & Son Funeral Home, (www.swbrownandson.com), 267 Centre St., Nutley.
The interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in North Arlington.
Visitors will be received at the funeral home on Monday, February 15th from 2-5pm.