Lorraine Gorman December 18, 1928 - February 20, 2023

Lorraine Gorman

Date of Funeral

February 25, 2023

Lorraine Gorman, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Middletown, DE. Lorraine was a lifelong resident of Delaware County; the majority being spent in Aston and 10 years in Brookhaven at the Traditions at Ridley Creek. She lived the last couple years with her son and daughter in law in Middletown, DE. She was a graduate of Old Chester High School and worked for Scott Paper. Lorraine was a member of the Civil Air Patrol, did some sewing for the Hedgerow Theatre, and volunteered for the County Symphony.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband George Gorman; her son Mark Gorman; her parents George and Pauline Reha; and her 8 siblings.

She is survived by her loving son Robert Gorman (Eileen); her grandchildren Renee and Stephanie; and 2 great grandchildren Isabelle and Clara.

Funeral service Saturday 2pm at the Bateman-Allen Funeral Home, 4220 Edgmont Ave., Brookhaven, PA, 19015. Visitation Saturday 1-2pm at the funeral home. Burial private. Online condolences can be sent via www.batemanallenfuneralhome.com

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    Joanne Reha says

    Lorraine was a wonderful person and I am so thankful she was a part of my life for so many years. I will cherish all the memories of my families Christmas Eve dinners with her & her family. Also she loved to play cards and I will also cherish those memories of her playing cards with me & my family.

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