Vivian E. Gorman, 82
by Report Submitted · June 18th, 2020


Vivian E. Gorman of Marion passed away on June 11. As per Vivian's wishes, private graveside services will be held at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery.

Vivian was born in Kirksville, Mo., on May 17, 1938. She was adopted as an infant by Vernon and Dorothy Thompson of Arlington, Neb. Vivian graduated from Arlington High School and was a graduate of the Lincoln School of Commerce in Lincoln, Neb.

She was married to Bobbie Z. Gorman of Cedar Rapids for 58 years. She retired from Frank N. Magid Associates, Marion.

Vivian is survived by her children James (Cathi) Gorman of Sioux Center, Cynthia (Steven) Marciniak of Marion, & Jeff (Beverly) Gorman of Cedar Rapids; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren; Sister-in-law Sharon Thompson of Arlington, Neb.; as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her dear husband Bobbie Z Gorman in 2017, and brothers Lyle and Duane Thompson.

Vivian will be remembered fondly for her patience, kindness, compassion for others and her love of her family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.

Online condolences may be left at www.cedarmemorial.com under obituaries.