James A. Gorrell
1915–1966 (age 51)
Biography
James A. Gorrell, born in 1915, spent his days weaving diligence and creativity into the tasks at hand, whether he was overseeing local projects or simply being the steady friend people turned to for sound advice. Throughout his life he treated work as a service to others, proudest when his efforts improved the daily lives of neighbors.
He enjoyed sharing laughter with family around simple meals and took pleasure in watching young people embrace their own ambitions; Rivercliff Cemetery now carries his name as a reminder of the kindness that marked every chapter of his story.