Donald L. Gorbet

Donald L. Gorbet, 82 of Bourbonnais, IL went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, February 5, 2019. He passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family. Don was born March 4, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Seth and Helen Thies Gorbet. Don married the love of his life, Andrea Kay Edwards, September 22, 1956 in Kankakee, IL. They were married 62 years. Donald work for Kankakee Roper for 25 years. Don and his wife Kay established D.L. & A Trucking Inc. Don liked gardening, raising rabbits, watching his Chicago Cubs. He was so thankful that he lived to see them win the World Series. Don also liked to watch the Chicago Bulls. He loved building houses too. He has 2 children; a daughter and son in law Kim and Drew Ezell of MS and a Son, Robyn Gorbet and Steve of Manteno. Also surviving is one grandson; Jason Goad and his wife Kelly. One great granddaughter; Kymie Goad all of MS. He also has many nieces and nephews that he loved very much. Proceeding him in death are his parents, one sister; Gloria Pierson and a great grandson; Tyler Matos Goad. Don’s services will be held at the Church of God Worship Center, 420 Cardinal Drive Bradley/Bourbonnais, IL. Visitation will be Friday, February 8, 2019 from 4-8 pm. With a Celebration of Don’s Life on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 11am. Pastor Rick Sexton will be officiating. Don’s nephew, Randy Schweizer will be a special speaker. A special Thank You to Church of God Worship Center and Hospice of Kankakee Valley. Cremation rites will be accorded after the celebration of Life. Jensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Please sign Don’s guest book at Jensenfuneralhome.com