Obituary of Joel Frederick Gorman

Joel Frederick Gorman
Retired Fire Chief, Smiths Falls Fire Department

Peacefully at the farm in Frankville Joey passed away in his sleep on June 2, 2023 at the age of 68. Predeceased by his parents Fred and Joan (Bingley) Gorman. Beloved husband of Debbie (Rosborough) for 45 years; proud father of Nicky, Michelle (Chris Lewis), Allan (Apryl) and Dani (James Lacombe); loving Grandpa to Cassidy, Maizie, Aynslee, Freddy, Timmy, and Everett. Brother of John, Judy (Mike) Abromeit. Brother-in-law of Cindy (Dan) Angell, Michael (Tina) Rosborough, JoAnne Rosborough. Survived by his Aunt Carol (Bob) MacDonald and family, as well as his nieces and nephews. Lovingly remembered by his fur friends Homer and Scooby. Life-long friend of Ken Graham. Joey served his community as a member of the Smiths Falls Fire Department for over 35 years, finishing off his career as Fire Chief. He lived to see his life-long dream of producing Maple syrup come true; creating the Gorman Family Farms Maple Syrup with his family. Those wishing to pay their respects are invited to the Blair & Son Funeral Home (112 Beckwith St. N.,) on Tuesday June 6, 2023 from 2 – 4 p.m. and 6 – 8 p.m. A graveside service will be held at White’s Cemetery in Poland, Ontario on Wednesday June 7, 2023 at 11 a.m. A celebration of Joey's life will take place on Saturday June 10, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #475 in Toledo (320 County Rd 8, Toledo). If desired, memorial donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute or to the Kidney Foundation of Canada would be greatly appreciated.