Happy Birthday Gordon!
/As hard as some days are to even push forward, today is a special day—March 3rd, 1988, the day I became a father. A day that changed my life forever.
I miss my son more than words can express. The ache of his absence is something I carry with me every single day, and my heart especially breaks for MJ and Caitlin and Gordon’s Fiance Lisa. While others feel the sadness of losing someone, losing a child before you leave this earth is just different. There are no easy words, no perfect way to describe the weight of this loss. While I thought about staying silent today, about not writing anything on Gordon’s birthday, the truth is—it’s just too painful.
People say time heals, but for me, the sorrow remains. Some days are filled with busyness, distractions that offer a brief reprieve. Other days, there is stillness, quiet moments where the grief settles in like a shadow that never leaves.
But today, amidst the pain, I choose to honor my son. To remember his laughter, his kindness, and the impact he made in the lives of so many. Today, we celebrate Gordon’s birthday with love, with family, and with the unshakable truth that he will always be with us.
Today, on Gordon’s birthday, I don’t dwell in the dark—we shine a light. A light of hope, resilience, and inspiration for those who are struggling, for those who feel alone, and for those who need to hear that their story is far from over.
Gordon dedicated his life to lifting others up, both on and off the lacrosse field. As a player, coach, official, and mental health advocate, he wasn’t just passionate about the game—he was passionate about the people in it. He understood that strength isn’t just about physical ability, but also about mental agility, emotional courage, and the willingness to keep going even in the toughest of times.
Through his work, his words, and his unwavering commitment to mental health awareness and suicide prevention, Gordon created a legacy that continues to impact lives. His honesty in sharing his own struggles made it possible for others to seek help, to feel understood, and to know that they are never alone.
So today, we celebrate his life, his mission, and his light—and we carry that light forward. If you or someone you love is struggling, know that your story matters, your life has purpose, and you are loved more than you know.
Gordon, your legacy lives on in every conversation about mental health, in every person who reaches out for help, and in every life saved because of the work you started.
Happy Birthday, Gordon. I miss you, I love you, and I will carry you with me always.
Your light will never fade.
I Love You...Dad XOX
Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for help. In an emergency, please call 911.
If you or someone you know is seeking help for mental health concerns, visit the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) website, or call 1-800-950-NAMI(6264).
For confidential treatment referrals, visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) website, or call the National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP(4357).
Please consider donating to the Gordon J. Corsetti Mental Agility Foundation to help us keep Gordon’s legacy alive.
