Mary Kathryn Gorman's Obituary
Mrs. Mary Kathryn Gorman, age 93, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2017 in Muskegon. She was born October 12, 1923 to Fred and Mable (Porter) Brown and had been a life resident of the area. Prior to her retirement, Mary had been an inspector in the Card Department of Shaw-Walker. She enjoyed knitting, sewing and crafts, but especially enjoyed caring for her grandchildren. SURVIVORS five grandchildren, Ron (Collin) Veihl, Randy (Lori) Veihl, Sherri (Joe) Talcott, Tom (Laura) Veihl, and Dave (Jeanine) Veihl; 18 great-grandchildren; 10 great great grandchildren; and one step-sister, Virginia (Vivon) Shull. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Frank; daughter, Marilyn Kay Veihl; sister, Bette Bertochini; brother, Ralph Brown; and our little angel, great great granddaughter, Brylee VanTimmeren. In accordance to Mary’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services. Final interment will be in Fruitport Cemetery. Share memories with the family online at www.sytsemafh.com. Arrangements by The Sytsema Chapel 737 Apple Ave. (231) 726-5210.
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