City of Greenbelt Council member Ric Gordon dies at 41
Greenbelt Council member Ric Gordon, who was known as a community activist, died suddenly on Sunday at the age of 41, the Maryland city announced.
A native of Prince George’s County, Gordon fought for the residents of his community on a number of issues, including property management, according to the City of Greenbelt. He held rallies against violence and events to register voters. He resided in the Franklin Park section of Greenbelt.
Gordon earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and pre-law, with a minor in psychology from Morris College in South Carolina before earning a master’s degree in public administration, according to the City of Greenbelt.
Greenbelt Mayor Emmett V. Jordan expressed his sadness on Gordon’s death.
“The sudden passing of Ric Gordon is a great loss to the Greenbelt community, Prince George’s County, and the State of Maryland,” Jordan said in a statement. “Ric Gordon was very passionate about Greenbelt, politics, and his important role as a council member. He will be missed tremendously.”
Local officials expressed how heartbroken they are about the council member’s death.
“Ric was the embodiment of faith, family, and community. I’m at such a loss of words,” Del. Ashanti Martinez posted on X.
“A wonderful person who was dedicated to working our communities,” Mount Rainier Mayor Celina Benitez said in a statement on Facebook. “I known Ric for many years and his commitment and dedication were unwavering he will be truly missed.”