Seraphina Gordon
Seraphina Annabelle Gordon | |
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Birth: | September 14, 1973 Butte, Montana |
Death: | May 25, 2023 Missoula, Montana |
Education: | University of Montana (Studied Psychology) |
Occupation: | Certified Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist |
Residence: | Missoula, Montana |
Party: | Libertarian |
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Seraphina Annabelle Gordon (September 14, 1973 – May 25, 2023), also known as Sera, was a certified behavioral health peer support specialist who made significant contributions to the mental health community in Missoula, Montana. She was an advocate for the transgender community and a volunteer at Open Aid Alliance.
Early Life
Born in Butte, Montana, Gordon attended Butte schools and graduated from Butte High School in 1993. She later attended Job Corps in Darby, MT, and pursued further education in Psychology at the University of Montana.
Career
Gordon was passionate about her work in peer support, advocating for mental health, and volunteering for causes close to her heart. She aimed to become a wilderness EMT, driven by her love for helping people and the outdoors. Throughout her life, she held various jobs, with a strong focus on supporting the mental health community in Missoula.
Personal Life and Advocacy
Gordon was an active member of the transgender community and volunteered her time at Open Aid Alliance. She had a wide range of interests, including music, especially The Doors, and enjoyed playing cribbage, camping, and attending Celtic Games and Gathering events. Gordon was also involved in researching her family's genealogy and was proud of her association with the House of Gordon USA.
Gordon is remembered for her warm nature, dedication to helping others, and her advocacy for the transgender community. Her life partner, Sam Smith, referred to her affectionately as his "significant otter." Gordon's journey through personal challenges and her commitment to peer support work left a lasting impact on many in the communities she served.