Gordon George "Gordy" Koenigsberger

Gordon "Gordy K." Koenigsberger, 87, passed away on July 5, 2026. He was born on November 2, 1938, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late Michael and Ida Wagner Koenigsberger. Gordy first came to Columbus in 1958 while serving in the United States Air Force. After proudly serving his country for four years, he chose to make Columbus his home. It was there that he met the love of his life, Wynell, and they shared 64 wonderful years of marriage. He was a faithful member of Steens Church of Christ and the owner of Columbus Frame and Body Shop for 55 years. Gordy was well known throughout the community for his expertise in vehicle repair and his many years of involvement in dirt track racing, where he not only raced but also built and repaired race cars for many drivers. He also devoted countless hours to coaching youth soccer and baseball at Propst Park, positively impacting generations of young athletes. Gordy also enjoyed playing the banjo and performed with a bluegrass band for several years. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Nona Tylenda; and his niece, Pam Koenigsberger. He is survived by his beloved wife, Wynell Ezell Koenigsberger; his son, Blake Koenigsberger (Shae); his grandson, Kole Koenigsberger; his sisters-in-law, Imogene Lawrence and Dessie Lawrence; his nephews, Mitchell (Lisa) Lawrence, Steve (Pat) Lawrence, Michael (Margaret) Lawrence, Martin (Angie) Lawrence, and Jay (Lisa) Lawrence; his niece, Angela (Sammy) Fondren; his great-nephew, Casey (Christine) Fondren and their children, Braxton, Sadie, and Evie Fondren; his great-niece, Ana (Tanner) Dement; and a host of extended family members and friends. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, July 12th at 3 pm at Steens Church of Christ, with Pete Bowen and Tim Gentle officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Pine Vale Children's Home, 1872 County Road 700, Corinth, MS 38834.