Obituary of Dr. Gerald James Gorrell
Gorrell, Dr. Gerald James
Passed away at home from Amyloidosis, on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at the age of 75. Cherished husband of Janice (Byrne) for 41 years and the late Renee Morgan (1976). Father to Jamieson (Jasmine) Nanaimo, BC; Carisa Gordon (Jeff) Ottawa; and Danica, Leamington. Grand Dad to Ayla, Reed and Grant, Ottawa. Son of the late Pamela Bramble (UK) and the late Gerald Gorrell (Toronto). Son-in-law to the late Cletus and Frances Byrne (Tecumseh). Brother to the late Douglas (1998). Nephew of Mary Pagon (Toronto). Brother-in-law to Jim and Bernie Byrne, Mary Sue and Dick Caron, late Dan Byrne (1991), Brenda Byrne and Dennis Marentette, Rosemary and Shaun MacNeil, and Diane Gorrell. Survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Jim was a retired Leamington physician, in General Practice with an interest in Obstetrics and Paediatrics for 40 years. He was Chief of Paediatrics at LDMH for 12 years, a former member of the Es County Medical Society and South Es Community Council. Dr. Gorrell was an “old time doctor” who devoted all his time to his family and his patients, first at the Leamington Medical Centre then at Four Oaks Family Care. He was self-taught in computer technology and established one of the first electronic medical offices in Ontario. In his youth he was an avid tennis player, a long-distance runner and a long-distance cyclist. Retirement brought a new life as Captain of his beloved boat, Tootles, upon which he and Jan enjoyed many long cruises together on Lake Erie and the waters around Florida. Tennis and cycling became fun past times once again, especially during his time in Florida. Dr. Gorrell demanded the best of himself and expected the same from his family which is confirmed with the success they are enjoying in life. Jim will be greatly missed by his family, many former patients and friends in Es County and Punta Gorda, Florida. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) Thursday from 2-5 and 7-9 pm and on Friday 2-5 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service to celebrate Jim’s life will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 1:30 pm. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to The Es County Warriors or Community Living Es County would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Death notice for the town of: Leamington, Province: Ontario