James P. Gorman, owned engineering firm

James P. Gorman, 88, of Georgetown, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 7, 2016.

Mr. Gorman was born in Bangor, Maine Jan. 29, 1928. He is preceded in death by his beloved foster parents, Gene and Ida Barton; a son, Terrance Gorman; as well as four siblings, Patricia, Patsy, Enid and Lawrence; and his beloved canine friend Cody.

James was a U.S. Navy veteran. He worked for the Sussex Soil and Water Conservation District. During this time he served on the RC & D Committee and was able to help accomplish many worthwhile projects, and was instrumental in the upgrading of the Georgetown sewer and water systems.

He later became the owner/operator of his own engineering firm before his retirement. He was a graduate of the University of Maine where he earned an agronomy degree. James was an avid runner, including three Marine Corp Marathons, and an avid New York Yankees fan. He enjoyed the beach and loved cats, especially his feline friend Grace. He was a devoted family man and will be dearly missed.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 31 years, Cathy Hudson Gorman of Georgetown; five children, Janice Henion, Michael Gorman, Patrick Gorman, Megan Gorman Scroggs and her husband Nick, and Keely Gorman; a sister, Ruth Conley; along with three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in James’ memory to the National Kidney Foundation, Finance Department, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016.

Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro.

Letters of condolence may be emailed via www.watsonfh.com.