Lewis Roland "Flash" Gordon, 91 of Hollywood, MD peacefully passed away at his home on December 27, 2011. This was a home surrounded with love and built with his own hands. Mr. Gordon was born on July 22, 1920 in Gaffney, South Carolina to Christopher Holmes Gordon and Molly Frances (Blanton) Gordon. He has always been known as "Flash."

After graduating from high school at the age of 18, he enlisted in the United States Navy. On March 2, 1945 in Hollywood, California he married the love of his life, Nevada, affectionately called "Larry." Together they traveled worldwide and enjoyed many adventures together including Newfoundland, California, Ethiopia, and Rhode Island. After proudly serving for many years, he retired from the Navy in 1966. He then began a second career with the Civil Service at The Ground Electronics Maintenance Division of Pax River Naval Air Station in Lexington Park, MD. He retired from the Civil Service in 1986.

He was known for his unforgettable and colorful expressions, wit and charm. His mechanical abilities were astounding and he was well known to be able to build or repair virtually anything. He spent several years building and adding on to the family's home in Hollywood, MD, planting many beautiful trees and shrubs. Surrounded by the tidal waves of the Patuxent River and a shady lane, he and his wife called their home, their "piece of heaven." Many happy hours were shared in their home and lovely azalea garden with friends, family, and pets.

Flash is survived by his wife Larry of 67 years, and three children, Christina Gordon of Hollywood, MD, Terrie Gordon Gamble (James) of Palo Alto, CA and Russell Gordon (Cynthia) of New York. He is also survived by 4 grandsons, Jamison Gamble, Justin Gamble, Shepard Gordon, and Sullivan Gordon.

Family will receive friends for Flash's Memorial Life Celebration on Saturday, December 29, 2011 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650.

In memory of "Flash", memorial contributions may be made to The Hollywood Rescue Squad P.O. Box 7 Hollywood, MD 20636.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.