James L. 'Jim' Gorman
James L. “Jim” Gorman, 76, of Hillsboro, passed away Monday, Feb. 19, 2024.
He was born Sept. 16, 1947 in Hillsboro, the son of the late William Edward and Margaret C. (Overman) Gorman.
Jim spent his early years attending Mt. Washington Church of Christ and went on to graduate from Hillsboro High School in 1965. He served his country with honor in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, where he received a Purple Heart for his bravery. After returning home, Jim dedicated 32 years of his life to the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier. His impeccable record earned him a spot in the 1 million mile club without a single accident.
Following his retirement in 2010, Jim drove for the Highland County Veterans Service, showcasing his commitment to serving others. He was recognized for his selfless nature with the Peoples Bank Hometown Heroes Award for volunteering over 1,500 hours. Jim's passion for farming led him to become a lifelong farmer and a member of various clubs celebrating his love for agriculture, such as the Southwestern Ohio Farm Toy Collector Club and the Highland County Antique Machinery Club.
A skilled craftsman, Jim's talent for building 1/16 scale farm tractors and implements from scratch garnered him national recognition, winning the National Farm Toy Show in Dyersville, Iowa in 2004. His accomplishments were highlighted in numerous farm toy magazines, showcasing his expertise in the field.
He was a beloved husband of 55 years to Linda L. (Armstrong) Gorman, to whom he was united in marriage on Jan. 28, 1969; a devoted father to Debra (Tony) Fryman; a proud grandfather to Emily (Alex) Foster, Callie (Drew) Stout and Jordan Fryman; a caring brother to Donna Sue Gorman; brother-in-law to JoAnn Sexton; and had several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends.
Besides his parents, Jim was preceded in death by three sisters, Mary Ann Peterson, Malinda Jane O’Cull and Sharon Kay Lamb.
A public viewing will be held Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024 from 4-7 p.m. at the Thompson Funeral Home in Hillsboro.
Funeral services will be held Friday, Feb. 23, 2024 at 11 a.m. at the Thompson Funeral with Charlie Gorman officiating.
Burial will follow at the Prospect Cemetery, with military graveside rites conducted by the Highland County Honor Guard.
Family requests memorials to the Highland County Honor Guard, P.O. Box 505, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133.
To sign Jim's online guest book, please visit www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com, or to leave a like, share or comment, visit the Thompson Funeral Home and Cremation Care Facebook page.