Joel Gorniak Obituary
Joel T. Gorniak, age 43, of Edinboro, PA, passed away peacefully at his residence after a brief illness on Thursday, February 27, 2025. He was born in Erie on November 1, 1981, the son of the late Paul G. and Doreen F. Weber Gorniak.
He was a General McLane H.S. graduate. Joel served as a MP in the Marines.
He enjoyed fishing and the outdoors.
He is survived by one brother Chris P. Gorniak of Edinboro, three children; Jaden, Lani, Jordan, and aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Friends may call at the Dusckas-Martin Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 4216 Sterrettania Rd. on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, from 3 pm until 7 pm. Private interment.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Edinboro McKean VFW Post 740, 10613 PA Route 98, Edinboro, PA 16412.
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Nicole Horne
June 7, 2025
I am so very sorry to hear about Joel. I can not imagine what you all are going through. If there is anything you all need please reach out.
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Sarah Brinker-Dougherty
March 4, 2025
Prayers and strength to Chris, Joel´s kids and everyone else morning him. His energy was contagious.
Jim
March 3, 2025
Cheers to each moment.
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