Jack Morris Gorlin

Jack Morris Gorlin passed away at the age of 75 at Colonial Oaks Nursing Home on Monday, April 6, 2020, after a lengthy illness. He was married to his high school sweetheart, Diana Beerman Gorlin for 53 years. He leaves behind his two loving children, Steven Gorlin and Allison Gorlin. He is preceded in death by his parents, Fanny Schreiber Gorlin and Albert Gorlin, and his cousins, Louis and Karl Grapes. He leaves behind many nieces and nephews, his cousins Charlaine Corley and Jaye Torontino, as well as his beloved pet, Lizzy. A graduate of Alcée Fortier High School and LSU, Jack operated an optical company for 25 years and went into business with his wife to form Diana Gorlin Interiors, Carpets; Etc. Jack enjoyed sports and ran a marathon in 1981, as well as many CCC races.

Special thanks to all the nurses, aides, and staff of Colonial Oaks, especially to Charles Barnes.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jack’s honor to the Congregation of Beth Israel or JCRS to the Beerman Foundation.

A private burial was held at New Beth Israel Cemetery.

The family understands that due to the COVID-19 virus restrictions, home visits and other traditional condolence expressions cannot be shared at this time but appreciate online messages at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.