John J. Gorian, 85, of Vero Beach, FL died Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at his home after an extended illness.
Mr. Gorian was born July 28, 1923 in Daisytown, PA and moved to Vero Beach 15 years ago from Danbury, CT.
Prior to his retirement he had worked for Perkin-Elmer. Mr. Gorian was a veteran of World War II and a Purple Heart recipient. He was a member of St. John of the Cross Catholic Church in Vero Beach and the Order of the Purple Heart.
Survivors include his sons, James D. Gorian of Hudson, OH, Mark Gorian of Danbury, CT, John Gorian of Aliso Viejo, CA, and Michael Gorian of Katonah, NY; daughter Mary Reynolds of Vero Beach, FL; eleven grandchildren and a great-grandchild.
He is predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Mary Gorian.
Services: There are no services at this time.
Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Hospice 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cox-Gifford-Seawinds Funeral Home and Crematory, Vero Beach, Florida. Condolences may be sent through www.seawindsfh.com/obit.php