Abelina "Abbie" Gorshel
March 25, 2021
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Abelina Gorshel, 87, passed away March 25, 2021. Services will be held Monday, April 5, 2021 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA at 12:00 noon with visitation prior from 11:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. Abbie will be laid to rest at Glendale Cemetery.
Abbie was born on May 8, 1933 in Buffalo Center, IA to Mary and Blas Ortega. She graduated from Lincoln High School and then the Americana School of Beauty. She and her 4 children from a previous marriage, married Steve Gorshel in 1963 and were blessed with two more. Abbie was a stylist at Francois and retired from JC Penney. She enjoyed flowers, painting, cooking and entertaining - her enchiladas were unmatched! Abbie cherished her time spent at the Westside Senior Center in Valley Junction connecting with her friends and playing Bingo, and was a member of St. Francis. Abbie had a generous heart and spirit and adored her family.
She will be greatly missed by her children, Daniel Martinez of Los Angeles, CA, Michael (Joanna) Martinez of West Des Moines, IA, Debra (Brian) Riedesel of Cumming, IA, Rick (Debra) Martinez of West Des Moines, IA and Mitchell (Joyce) Gorshel of Urbandale, IA; her siblings, David and Richard Ortega, Delores Hunt, Dr. Ramona Ortega-Liston, Lidia Moore and Mary Ellen (John) Landsberger.
Abbie was preceded in death by her husband, Steven Gorshel; their daughter, Melissa Gorshel; and brothers, Belen and John Ortega.
Memorials may be directed to the Westside Senior Center in Valley Junction and condolences expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Natalie & Jeff Beeson
04/06/2021
Our favorite memories of spending Christmas with Abbie were her beautifully decorated presents! And like those gifts, she was beautiful inside and out.
Vincent & Roberta Bejarano
04/04/2021
Was sad to hear of the passing of Abbie. She was a close friend of the family. My family send our condolences, and know that you are in our prayers.
Kevin McLaughlin
04/02/2021
Dear Michael, Mitch and family, Please accept my condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tina Bruett
04/01/2021
We were neighbors back in the 70's. She has been a great friend ever since. We'll miss you Abbie.
Steve Fishman
03/31/2021
I've known Abbie since childhood. She was the nicest person in the neighborhood, always great to be at her house playing with Mitch, and thank you for babysitting for me a few times. Loved her cooking! Bless you.
Loretta Hansen
03/29/2021
I was fortunate to have known Abbie at the Senior Center and am sorry to hear of her passing. She will be missed. She will remain in my heart with fond memories.
Bob Nading
03/28/2021
Aunt Abbie was one of those very special people. I was touched from the first time we met and will remember our time visiting always. May you RIP Abbie.
Troy & Felecia Hunt
03/28/2021
Thanks for being so sweet, dearest Aunt Abbie. Visiting with you, especially in Iowa, are among the most treasured memories of my entire life. Hug Melissa and Uncle Steve for me. God bless.