Vivian "JoAnn" Gorrell's obituary , Passed away on April 30, 2024 in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Vivian "JoAnn" Gorrell

September 8, 1931 - April 30, 2024 (92 years old)

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Vivian "JoAnn" Gorrell's obituary , Passed away on April 30, 2024 in Fort Wayne, Indiana
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Vivian "JoAnn" Gorrell

September 8, 1931 - April 30, 2024 (92 years old)

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Vivian Gorrell Obituary

The world bids farewell to Vivian Gorrell of Fort Wayne, Indiana, born in Jefferson City, Missouri, departing on April 30, 2024 at the age of 92. Vivian leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Vivian Gorrell to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Fred Watkins and Evelyn Watkins (Rudolph); her husband Leonard "Pete" Gorrell; her siblings, Theron Dosch, Loretta Boswell and Rosalie Hall; and her brothers-in-law, Willis Boswell, Edwin Hall and James Foulks.

She is survived by: her sons, Bruce R. Gorrell (Sherry) of Roanoke, IN, Brad L. Gorrell of Shawnee, KS and Brent C. Gorrell of Roanoke, IN.; her grandchildren, Chad Gorrell (Katy) of Indianapolis, IN, Todd Gorrell (Hilary) of Plainfield, IN, Paul Gorrell (Deanna) of Indianapolis, IN, Rebekah Gibson of Olathe, KS and Rachel Gorrell of Spring Hill, KS; her great grandchildren, Megan, Adam, Lydia, Benjamin, Adisyn, Tyler, Bryce, Gavyn, Riya, Hailey, Mavrick and Violet; and her siblings, Joseph Watkins (Marcia) of Fort Wayne, Stanley Watkins (Cathy) of Fort Wayne and Marjorie Foulks of Fort Wayne.

Memorials may be made to Waynedale United Methodist Church or donor's choice.



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Elzey Patterson Rodak Home For Funerals
6810 Old Trail Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46809

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May 10

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Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home For Funerals
6810 Old Trail Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46809

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May 10

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Final Resting Oaklawn Cemetery

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