Obituary: Gordon Price
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Gordon Price
Gordon, a long-time Idyllwild resident, was a ranger at Hurkey Creek Campground, musician and song writer.
Gordon was one of the most honest and trustworthy people that anyone had ever come in contact with.
A memorial service in his honor will be Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012 at Hurkey Creek Park.
Please RSVP to Barbara McMurtrie at (951) 663-1838.
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