Donald B. Gordon of Hamden, passed away peacefully on Nov. 4, 2008 with his beloved wife Dorothy Schontag Gordon at his side. Donald was the son of the late John & Bernice Conroy Butterfass. He leaves two sisters, Deborah Butterfass of Hamden & Barbara Butterfass of St. Albans, Maine. At Don's request, his funeral will be private. Please take a moment and say a little prayer for this great husband, son, brother and friend to many. If one wishes, contributions in his memory may be made to: The Hospital of St. Raphael Foundation, or to it's Lung Life Program at the Hospital of St. Raphael, 1450 Chapel St., New Haven, CT 06511. Arrangements are in care of BEECHER & BENNETT, 2300 Whitney Ave., Hamden.