Randy Gordon was 17 and a student at Santana High School when he was killed on March 5, 2001, during the Santana High School shooting in Santee, California. A freshman student, Andy Williams, opened fire on campus; Randy and another student, Bryan Zuckor, were killed and 13 others — students and faculty — were wounded.

Randy was active on the track team, had strong academics, volunteered with the Civil Air Patrol, and hoped to join the Navy after graduation. The shooter, then 15, was apprehended at the scene and later charged as an adult. In June 2002 Williams pleaded guilty to two counts of murder and 13 counts of attempted murder and was sentenced to 50 years to life.

Randy’s mother, Mari Gordon-Rayborn, has spoken about the lasting impact of her son’s death, including struggles with homelessness and health problems. The community has continued to honor Randy and the other victims with memorials and events. If anyone knew Randy or has information relevant to remembering him, please share.