Joyce Gorman, 91, died June 16, 2021 at Ascension Hospice, Racine, WI. She was born on July 28, 1929 in Escanaba, MI, to the late Nicholas and Beatrice Berens.
As a young woman she worked at the J. I. Case Co. An avid roller skater, she was invited to go on tour but declined because of her employment. It was through skating she met her husband, Robert “Bob”Gorman, whom she married on June 28, 1952. He preceded her in death in 2008.
They had five children: Colleen Gorman-Frelka (Christopher Frelka), Kevin Gorman, Kurt (Cathy) Gorman, Chris (Sue) Gorman and Kellie (Bruce) Schoening.
Joyce is further survived by five grandchildren: Shanna (Nik) Ratzburg, Patrick Gorman, Caitlin (Matthew) Timm, Kyle (Emily) Gorman, Cara (John) Minor and seven great grandchildren, Max and Ryan Ratzburg, , Elijah and Isaiah Timm, Sloane and Daniel Minor, and Kieran Gorman, as well as many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Kevin, (in 1975) and her sisters, Marjorie Van Berkum and Betty Overly.
Joyce and her husband co-owned Racine Grain Company. She truly enjoyed the relationships she made with the farm community while running the scale at the elevator.Joyce loved playing Bingo and maintaining an immaculate home and yard. She loved her Catholic faith and praying the rosary. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and the staff and residents of the Primrose Community.
According to Joyce’s wishes a private service will take place. Memorials should be sent to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital in Joyce’s name.
Tom and Sue Peel says
Prayers to the Gorman Family. Mrs Gorman was a wonderful person and one of God’s finest. 🙏🙏🙏
Ann Fenley says
I’m sorry for your loss. The few times I met your mom, I thought she was a hoot! I’ll always remember how she loved her Rum Chatta. What a unique lady. She was certainly a blessing to you all.
Joedy Simonsen says
I am so sorry for the loss of Kelli’s mom. My love and sympathy to both of you.
Terry and Suzann Toll says
Chris and Sue, Suzann and I are sorry for the loss of your mother. As you said, she is in a better place. Thought maybe this would be our chance to meet our fellow Buckeye. We understand and know we will someday meet him. Take care and be safe.
Dave and Dana Wurzburger says
Gorman family- we are saddened by the loss of Joyce and are thinking of your family and sending prayers.
Sandy Konken says
Dear Chris, Sue and Family,
I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Chris’s mom. I am thinking of you and sending love.
Tom and Cathy Coughlin says
Chris and Sue,
Lots of Racine Grain memories.
Thoughts and Prayers to the Gorman family.