Mark D. Gorsky

Mark D. Gorsky obituary

Mark D. Gorsky

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Mark Gorsky Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Farnelli Funeral Home - Williamstown on Nov. 12, 2025.

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Mark D. Gorsky, age 76, of Williamstown, NJ, passed away on November 11, 2025.

He received his Master's Degree in Biology from Glassboro State College in 1971. Mr. Gorsky was a devoted educator, working as science teacher for both Edgewood and Overbrook school districts until his retirement in 2006. An avid swimmer, Mr. Gorsky dedicated his life to the sport; he was a swim instructor at the YMCA in Voorhees, various swim clubs, and also proudly coached for Triton, Eastern, and Williamstown High Schools.

Beloved husband of 55 years to Jacqueline L. Gorsky (nee Money). Devoted father of Kimberly Wheeler (Mark) and Ryan Gorsky (Heather). Loving grandfather of Natalya, Elijah, Riley and Karly. Dear brother of Stuart Gorsky, the late Diana "Cookie" Gorsky and brother-in-law of Judy Shappell (Bill) and the late Chris Washkevich. Cherished uncle of Jill, Raymond, Bonnie, and Alicia also survived by many great nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Monday, November 17th from 9:30 – 11:00 AM at the Farnelli Funeral Home, 504 N. Main Street, Williamstown, where a funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in Williamstown Methodist Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Williamstown, 159 S. Main Street, Williamstown, NJ 08094.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

17

Viewing

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Farnelli Funeral Home

504 N. Main Street, Williamstown, NJ

Send Flowers

Nov

17

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Farnelli Funeral Home

504 N. Main Street, Williamstown, NJ

Send Flowers