Gordon Coe, 76

Gordon Coe was born Feb. 25, 1931, in Sioux City, Iowa, to Floyd and Vivia (Lake) Coe. He walked this world in his own time and rhythm, savoring his moments, until a lengthy battle with prostate cancer pulled him from us on Jan. 11, 2008.

He delighted in taking time to talk, listen, and joke with everyone he met, being particularly fond of politics and social issues. If he wasn't listening and talking, he was avidly people watching.

He supported Native American tribal sovereignty and advocated for the oppressed. A self-described iconoclast, he challenged others to think independently, to question and resist the dominant paradigm, and to recognize the interconnection and sanctity of the earth and all her inhabitants.

He is survived by his mother, Vivia Coe; his long-time companion and wife, Eloise Wiebe; his four children, Mark, Robin, Tammerly and Jordan; six grandchildren; and a plethora of loving and supportive friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to Home Options Care Hospice of Flathead County (406) 751-4200.