COLUMBIA CITY – Cindy L. Gorski, 58, rural Larwill, passed away peacefully at 1:30 a.m. March 10, 2016, at the home of her caretakers, James Gorski and Sandy Ott, She had been in failing health. She was born May 19, 1957, in Bristol, Conn., to George and Dorothy Fournier Markie. Her formative years were spent in Bristol. She completed her GED and attended Tunxis Community College. Her employment included GM, Fort Wayne, and recently Avalign, Warsaw. A talented crafter, she enjoyed knitting and crochet, which she gave as gifts and sold some retail. She had a love of the ocean. During the summer months, she played with local softball leagues and enjoyed her motorcycle. She was a member of St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church. Surviving are her two stepchildren, Christopher Gorski and Nicole Duursema, both of Connecticut; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Deborah Markie. A celebration of Cindy’s life will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday at St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church fellowship Hall, 315 S. Line St., Columbia City. Arrangements are by Smith and Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City. ***** Condolences may be sent to www.smithandsonsfuneralhome.com
