Scott J. Gorgius, 77, of Huntley, formerly of Chicago, died peacefully, March 8, 2024.
Scott was born September 6, 1946 the son of Herbert and Analise Gorgius. On August 9, 1969 he married his college sweetheart Janet M. Wachowicz. He worked as an electrical engineer and went on to own and operated Able Distributors until his retirement. He and Janet were very active at St. Robert Bellarmine Parish in Chicago. Scott was a huge sports fan, March madness was one of his favorite times of the year. He was a family man who loved every second with his family, especially his grandchildren. Scott and Janet enjoyed traveling, especially to Hawaii. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife, Janet, his sons, Bill (Laurie) Gorgius and Brian (Erin) Gorgius and by his grandchildren, Natalie, Nathan, and John. And, by his nieces and nephews, Laura, Sharon, Kathy, Karen, Michael, and Joseph. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his brother Paul and niece, Diane.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 from 2pm-6pm with a service being held at 6pm all at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley, IL . In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to American Cancer Society ,
For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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Brian, So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. May you find comfort in all the fond memories you have created with your father and your family through the years.
Brian,,,im very sorry for you and your families loss. You are all in my prayers pal.
I’m so sad to hear about your father’s death. I have many fond memories of when we were his next-door neighbors for the 10 years we lived on McVicker. My heartfelt sympathies go out to you all.
To Janet and family: we will miss Scott’s smiling face dearly. We will cherish our memories of him, and our deepest condolences go out to all who loved him. May your memories carry you through this difficult time. Love, Donna and Ron
Brian, I was so sorry to hear that you lost your dad. Your family lived on McVicker with my family for many years and I knew your parents well. I will keep you all in my prayers, asking God to comfort you during this difficult time.
We both are so sorry for your loss. Scott was a kind man with a wonderful sense of humor, and always a gentleman. We had so much fun at bunco . I'll miss his laughter but will hold all our fun times in my memories.
Janet and family. We will miss Scott and his great sense of humor. He was a wonderful friend and always so much fun. We have such loving memories of him. May God comfort you in this difficult time
My sincerest condolences for all the family members. Scott was a mentor and a dear friend who, I will always keep near and dear in my heart. Scott, you will truly always be missed.
Brian, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. We all have great memories of going to grade school together and living on the same street in Chicago. Take care.
To the Gorgius family. My deepest sympathies for your loss.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.