Obituaries
Kathleen A. Gorlaski, 94
November 25, 2024
Kathleen A. Gorlaski, 94, of Moravian Manor, known to her friends as Kay and her family as Dolly, passed away on November 25, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in Dunmore, PA she was the daughter of the late Kathleen (Spathelf) and Charles Harkins.
She was the loving wife of 64 years to Joseph J. Gorlaski, who died in 2019. They shared their lives together in East Hempfield Township for over 55 years.
Kay will be remembered as a very sweet and caring person who always greeted you with a smile. She shared this caring spirit as a Nursing Assistant for two decades in her work at the Lancaster Osteopathic Hospital. Kay was an avid gardener, spending hours enjoying the outdoors. She was also a loyal Phillies fan always tuning into the evening game. Kay was recently honored as a 50-year member of Zion Lutheran Church in Landisville.
Kay’s true passion was her family. Whether a sporting event, dance recital or the numerous birthday parties over the years, Kay was sure to be present in support.
Kay is survived by two daughters, Ruth Bernhardt, wife of Tim, of East Petersburg, and Karen Shiley, wife of Dave, of Virginia Beach, and a son Joseph Gorlaski, husband of Joan, of Lititz, six grandchildren and spouses and 14 great-grandchildren. Kay is preceded in death by her husband Joe, her granddaughter Alycia, wife of Nate Andros and brothers Charles, Christian and Jack and a sister Peggy.
Funeral Services will be private for the family at the Moravian Manor Chapel and interment will be in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 85 E. Brandt Blvd., Landisville, PA 17538.
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Condolences to the Family
November 30, 2024
Dear Karen,
Sending love and hugs to your whole family at this most difficult time. We loved Grandma Dolly. She was so sweet and loving. She loved her family with her whole heart. We will miss her smile.
Love, Linda and Cal Cameron
November 28, 2024
Remember Kay very well from LOH.
Kay was our unit secretary on 3D.
She was always kind and compassionate.
Sympathy and Condolences to the family during this difficult time
Glenn Thomas
November 28, 2024
Dear Karen,
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. I can remember her the whole way back to second grade when you lived in Homeland! She always seemed so sweet and gentle, and I know she and my mom enjoyed some times at exercise class years back. I hope your lifelong memories will bring you some comfort at this time of loss. Anne Gabriel
November 27, 2024
Dear Ruth, Karen and Joe,
We were truly sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. Both Joe and Kay were such great neighbors and so very kind and caring. You all share such good memories of your time with them both as we do as well.
Jim and Sally Oatman
November 27, 2024
We always enjoyed greating your mom at MM. She would respond with such a big smile:)
Our Condolences to your family! We will miss seeing her when we visit our mom.
With Sympathy, The Family of your Mother’s neighbor at Moravian Manor.
November 27, 2024
I remember Kay well. I worked as an RN at LOH for many years and remember ex her quiet, efficient and caring ways. Alway a sweet smile. Rest in peace Kay
November 27, 2024
Our heartful sympathy & prayers are with you and your family!
Vicki Keagy
November 27, 2024
Joe, Joan and Family, We are so very sorry to learn about the passing of Joes Mother. We’re sure you have years of wonderful memories to cherish in your hearts to help you through this difficult time. She seemed like a great lady.
Jan and Denise Bedger
November 27, 2024
Dear Karen, Ruth, and Joe,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was always such a sweet and welcoming mom during the many occasions I visited your family home along with the gang of girls. Karen, I have so many fond memories of times spent in your home.
Janice Rankin Bofinger
