Gordon Woods, 90, of Williston, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 11, at Fletcher Allen Health Care after a brief stay. Gordon was a proud Vermonter, born June 28, 1918, to Glenn and Almira Woodsin St. Johnsbury. He attended St. Johnsbury schools and Northeastern University School of Engineering. Gordon taught for several years at the former St. Johnsbury Trade school. His subjects were math, physics, and mechanical drafting. In addition, he coached the basketball and baseball teams. While still teaching, he opened his first architectural office in St. Johnsbury and then in Burlington. He was very proud to be named Architect Emeritus by the American Institute of Architects, for having been in active practice for over 50 years. His practice extended not only in Vermont but also into New Hampshire and New York State. Gordonwas a member of South Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury and taught Sunday school there for many years. He was also a member of the First Congregational Church in Burlington where he was active on several committees. In earlier years, Gordon loved hunting and fishing the many wonderful streams in Calendonia County. He also loved sports of all kinds and followed his children's school activities. He was a cancer survivor of many years. In 1948 he married Dorothea Perry of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia and five children were born to them, three of whom survive: Judy Rogers and husband, John Rogers of Lenox, Mass., Brian and his wife Maryann Woods of Georgia, Vt., and Beverly Spencer and partner Roy Van Dusen of Vergennes. He was a loving "Poppa" to seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sister-in-law Charlotte Weeks of East St. Johnsbury and brother-in-law Charles Perry of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia as well as many nieces and nephews. Gordonwas predeceased by sons Jeffrey in infancy and Jason in 1999. He was also predeceased by his sister Evelyn Oliver. Gordon's family would like to recognize and thank all the loving and efficient care givers at the Green Mountain Nursing in Colchester where he spent a few months. The family would also like to recognize and thank the staff at Baird 6 at FAHC for their nurturing attention and care. There are no services at this time, but there will be a service for family and friends in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.