Roy Dean Gorsuch

Roy Dean Gorsuch, 72, of Ligonier passed away at 10:20 A.M. Friday, January 11, 2013 at Parkview North Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born on December 10, 1940 at the family farm in Noble County, IN to Dale and Almeda (Reeve) Gorsuch. He is survived by his companion of 28 years, Sharon Pfeiffer of Ligonier. 4 children survive: 3 Sons, David (Gennie) Gorsuch of Corunna, IN, Rick Gorsuch of Columbia City, IN and Steve Gorsuch of Goshen, IN, and a daughter, Katrina “Tina” (Greg) Wysong of Kimmell, IN. 2 Step-children also survive: Mark (Amber) Pfeiffer of Kendallville, IN and Michelle Pfeiffer of Ligonier. 8 Grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren survive. He is survived by a brother, Karl (Mary Jane) Gorsuch of Kimmell, IN and a sister, Lois Replogle, of Kimmell. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, William Gorsuch. Mr. Gorsuch was a machinist for Silgan Plastics (formerly Monsanto) for 42 years. He was also a lifelong farmer. He enjoyed horses, fishing & hunting and his 4 wheeler. Roy was a true outdoorsman. He loved watching football and could always be found in front of the T.V. for the Indianapolis Colts game. He loved spending time with his faithful dog, Kola Bear, and his napping companions, Ms. Kitty and Spook. He was our rock & salvation, always giving support and happiness. A funeral service in Roy’s honor will be on Thursday at 10 A.M. at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway South in Ligonier. Reverend Thomas Ebbings will officiate. Burial will be in the Sparta Cemetery in Kimmell. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2-8 P.M. at Yeager Funeral Home, as well as one hour prior to the funeral service on Thursday. Memorial contributions may be given to Loveway Therapeutic Riding Center in Middlebury or the Noble County Humane Shelter in Kendallville.