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Bernadine Gorton Obituary

Bernadine A. "Deanie" Gorton

77, of Indianapolis, passed away January 28, 2014. She was born June 30, 1936 to the late Anthony and Naomi Whitesell Uphaus. Deanie married Lawrence W. Gorton, February 21, 1955. She was a homemaker and a member of Little Flower Catholic Church where she coached Volleyball for many years. Deanie served on the Board of Community Little League for several years, where she met many of her dear friends. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandma, and great-grandma and was loved by all who knew her, never meeting a stranger.

Visitation will be Sunday, February 2, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Irving Hill Chapel , 5377 E. Washington St. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at 10:00 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church.

Deanie is survived by her loving husband of nearly 59 years, Lawrence W. Gorton; devoted children, Joe Gorton (Terry), Billy Gorton (Cathy), Susan Smith (Rick), Lori A. Gorton, Jill E. Gorton, and Jake A. Gorton (Teresa); a sister, Jane E. York; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A son, Scott Gorton; a sister, Judy Leopard; and a nephew, Jeffrey York, preceded her in death.

Memorial contributions may be made to James Whitcomb Riley Children's Hospital. http://www.shirleybrothers.com

Published by The Indianapolis Star on Jan. 30, 2014.
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I know you and grandpa and uncle Scott are enjoying one another! It´s been too long !! Missin ya always grams

Lauren

Family

January 24, 2024

missing you every day grandma ! One day closer , love you

Lauren

Family

January 24, 2023

I love you and miss you each and every day

January 24, 2022

There´s not a day that goes by that I don´t think of you or feel your presence. The world is so crazy and I would do anything to hear your input on covid !!! Hope heaven is grand woman !! I love you

Your savior

Family

June 27, 2021

I miss you grandma <|3

September 16, 2014

Every day and night you stay on mind. Grandma I miss you so dang much its unreal! I hope your soaring high <3

lauren

May 3, 2014

I love you <3

lauren

April 4, 2014

The pain never goes away I miss you more and more each day...every time it rains it reminds my of the tears streaming down my face...my dearest grandma my life isn't the same. See you soon <3

lauren

March 29, 2014

We love you and miss you
Goodnight
Lauren Liz red uhoh and yogi

March 12, 2014

My heart burns there too ...I love you

lauren

March 11, 2014

If only heaven wasn't so far away <3 I love you grandma

lauren

March 9, 2014

Sleep tight my angel ..I miss u always and forever grandma <3

lauren

February 25, 2014

I miss you that is all

lauren

February 16, 2014

Goodnight love you <3

lauren

February 11, 2014

Larry, was looking on Facebook for old friends, and got taken to Deanie's Obituary. I'm just a couple weeks late !!! I'm so sorry, I loved her. I live in Camby, widowed ofcourse, and would love to hear from you when you can. Fondest Memories, Sue

Sue Drury

February 10, 2014

Its never going to be easy with out u here. But I'm trying so hard to manage. Tell me what do u do when u loose ur hero? I love you grandma

lauren gorton

February 9, 2014

liz

February 8, 2014

So sad to have heard of her passing. I worked with Jill at USA Funds for a short while and neighbors of Jake's now. Prayers to your family.

Edie Maupin Cruz

February 5, 2014

I love you

Lauren Gorton

February 5, 2014

I miss you dearly. Theres no qord or emotiom that can describe how i feel. But knowing an angel is watching over me decreases the pain a little. Sleep well i love you.

Lauren Gorton

February 4, 2014

Dear Gorton Family-
So sorry to hear of Deanie's passing. It is a huge loss for us all, she was an amazing person, bringing laughter to every situation! She was such a caregiver--always taking care of others. I know she will be missed, but I know you have many wonderful memories of her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Your Cousin
Julie

julie Patrick-McLain

February 3, 2014

To my hero, you looked so beautiful grandma i miss you soo much we will be together soon and dont worry about grandpa were taking good care of him <3 all my love in the world your granddaughter

Lauren Gorton

February 2, 2014

Ur my angle I feel Ur touch I see Ur smile in the sky ..... I love u

ava lynch

February 1, 2014

Grandma Ur my life I love u I hope u are happy were u r now I will visit you sometime in life never forgotten I love u grandma

ava lynch

February 1, 2014

Lori,
My Deepest Sympathies to you and your family. May God bless you and your family and help heal your sorrow.

Brian Martlage

February 1, 2014

I will truly miss you Deanie, I've enjoyed visiting you everytime I was in town. The Gorton family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Scott Sherrill

February 1, 2014

Grandma, i love you <3 and i will post to u every day. Seeing all the lives you touched makes me smile

Lauren Gorton

February 1, 2014

I just wanted to let everyone know how lucky I was to have Bernadine A. Gorton as my mother. She was one in a million, and I will miss and love her more and more everyday. Rest in peace my dear mother you suffered long enough. I love and miss you!!!

Jill Gorton

January 31, 2014

I was a Little Flower classmate of Billy's. I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Barb Williams

January 31, 2014

Deanie you blessed many of people with love and joy. We were blessed for knowing you and your wonderful family. We will be praying for all of you.

Mark and Daisy

Daisy & Mark Cole

January 30, 2014

I love you and you will always burn in my heart for eternity

Lauren Gorton

January 30, 2014

To my dearest grandmother best friend, hero,survivor and fighter. I love you and miss you dearly. Your voice and touch is something ill forever cherish All my love,
Lauren gorton

Lauren Gorton

January 30, 2014

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