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William R. "Bill", Gorge

  • June 3, 1965 - August 11, 2012
  • Lee's Summit, Missouri
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“I knew Bill from a few years back, although we parted ways, I am shocked and saddened to just learn of his passing. My heart goes out to Shelby &...Read More » ”
1 of 16 | Posted by: Kristen - KS

“We here at the Villas were very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. We all love Alice and know how much it has affected you all. Please know that you...Read More » ”
2 of 16 | Posted by: Pat Holm - Leawood, KS

“I thoroughly enjoyed working with Bill. He will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. ”
3 of 16 | Posted by: Ron Karlin - Olathe, KS

“So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a great friend and workout partner back in the 90's. He always had a smile for everyone he met, and was...Read More » ”
4 of 16 | Posted by: Ken Fredrickson - Burlington, KS

“Our sincere condolences to the family. May God help you through this. ”
5 of 16 | Posted by: Yvonne and Phil Silver - Reno, NV

“my heart aches for the family, iif there is anything i can do let me know.. love you guys.. ”
6 of 16 | Posted by: sandra xanders - derby, KS

“So sad to hear about Bill. I will miss his warm smile! He was always so pleasant! ”
7 of 16 | Posted by: Helen A. - Nurse 4N at OMC

“Sending thoughts and prayers to Melissa and family. ”
8 of 16 | Posted by: Jamie Ponder - Pleasant Hill, MO

“Bill's infectious smile and positive attitude will be greatly missed at Olathe. Everyone on the floor has shared nothing but fond memories of Bill...Read More » ”
9 of 16 | Posted by: Sarah S - Olathe, KS

“Billy was loved by us all and will be greatly missed. Uncle Jim, Aunt Shirley, and his Grandmother Pennington. ”
10 of 16 | Posted by: Jim Trewitt - Ward, AR - Uncle

“Our thoughts and prayers are with Melissa and all of Bill's family. I know he will be missed by many. ”
11 of 16 | Posted by: Kathleen & Chris Kettner - MO

“Bill will be greatly missed. His attitude and positive personality always made the nurses, docs, and patients smile. He was one of a kind! Our...Read More » ”
12 of 16 | Posted by: Stephanee Evers, M.D. - Olathe , KS

“Please accept our most sincere condolances. We are so shocked and sorry to hear of your brother Bill's passing. Know that you and your entire...Read More » ”
13 of 16 | Posted by: Loretta and Eric Kaye

“My prayers and thoughts are with Melissa and Bill's family. My you all comfort each other in this time of need. ”
14 of 16 | Posted by: Rose Whitsitt - Independence, MO

“I use to work the night shift with Bill at Olathe Medical Center. He was a great person and a great friend. I think the best way to describe him...Read More » ”
15 of 16 | Posted by: Devon Murray - Avon, CO

“My deepest sympathy to Bill's family. It was a priviledge to have worked with someone with such consistant dedication and pleasant personality. He...Read More » ”
16 of 16 | Posted by: Deb Casey - Olathe, KS


WILLIAM R. "BILL" GORGE
William R. "Bill" Gorge, 47, passed away suddenly Saturday, August 11. Visitation will be from 1 - 2 PM Wednesday, Aug. 15 at DW Newcomer's Sons' Floral Hills Funeral Home with funeral services beginning at 2:00. Burial will be in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Please wear bright colors to celebrate Bill's life.
Bill was born in Izmir, Turkey and had lived in the KC area for 9 years. He was an Air Force veteran of Desert Storm. Bill worked as a CT technician for Olathe Medical Center where his many friends and co-workers will miss his dedication, infectious smile and bubbly personality. His family will forever miss his gentle soul, his caring heart, his mischievous smirk and the bright twinkle in his eye. The world lost a beautiful soul but Heaven gained one. Survivors include his wife, Melissa Gorge; a son, Taylor Gorge; a daughter, Shelby Clute; a step daughter, Camryn Holland; his parents, Bill "Chief" and Joanne Gorge; his sisters and their husbands, Jan and Tim Smith; Shirley and Eric Logan; 2 nephews, Tanner Smith and Chas Logan; and a niece, Tierra Withers; his in-laws, Roger and Donna Holland and his beloved canines, Taz, Tiger, Jasper and Cody. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.floralhillsfuneralhome.com. (Arrangements by D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Funeral Home, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., K.C., MO 64133, 816-353-1218)