James Lester Gorrie, 64, of Derry, NH, formerly of Andover, MA, died Friday February 25, 2005 at his home following a long illness. Born in Lawrence, MA, Mr. Gorrie worked for many years at Honeywell, Inc in Lawrence, MA and most recently at Q.A.C., Inc. in Pelham, NH before retiring. He also served in the United States Army Reserves.
He is survived by two daughters, Karen L. Leafe and her husband Kenneth of Manchester, NH, Paula J. DeFosses and her husband Gene of Methuen, MA, four grandchildren, one brother, Scott A. Gorrie of Andover, MA and one niece Amy Gorrie of Salem, MA.
There are no calling hours. Following cremation, a private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Andover Firemen Relief Association, C/O Andover Fire Department, 32 North Main Street, Andover, MA 01810. The Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch Street, Derry, NH is handling the arrangements.