Gordon Birklid passed away on March 20, 2018 at the age of 91, born May 4 1926. He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Agnes, his two sons, Michael and Curtis (Denise), and grandchildren, Nathan and Danielle. Post high school he was drafted into the army and served in WWII in Germany and the Korean war. After the military Gordon graduated from PLU and did post grad at UW. He then spent 31 years as a teacher and principal in the Lake Stevens school district. He and Agnes have been active members of Central Lutheran for 64 years as an usher, council, choir and congregation president. A service will be held at 1 p.m. at Central Lutheran in Everett, WA, on April 7, 2018. Reception following. Memorials can be made to Central Lutheran church or your choice.