DR. GORDON EDWARD ODEGAARD

LA CONNER, WA - Dr. Gordon Edward Odegaard,

86, of La Conner, Washington, passed away on December 25, 2025.

Born August 3, 1939, in Petersburg, Alaska, to Kristian and Agnes Odegaard, Gordon grew up in Petersburg and graduated from Petersburg High School in 1957. Beginning at seven years of age, he spent his summers commercial fishing with his father. During the school year, Gordon focused on his studies and pursued his passion for basketball.

After graduation, he attended Ventura Junior College, Western Washington University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science, Northern Arizona University,...