Warren W. Dorman, age 73, of Herrickville, PA left to go to HotRod Heaven late Thursday evening, October 27, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Warren was born on November 11, 1942 the son of the late George and Zetta Dorman in Pequannock, NJ. He was married to the former Joyce R. Barrett, who passed away on December 26, 2010. The couple was married on February 4, 1961.
Warren owned and operated Warren's Auto in Herrickville, PA with his son Todd. He started the auto shop in 1961 and worked until his retirement in 2005. After retirement he focused on building award winning 50's style custom street rods with the help of his good friends Steve Volker and John Voda Jr. who referred to him as the "RodFather". Warren was also an avid New York Rangers, New York Giants, and NASCAR fan.
Warren was survived by his three children Todd Dorman (Kim Ferrara) of Herrickville, PA; Laura Ely of Towanda, PA; and Dan Dorman (Linda Godfrey) of Centerville, OH; grandchildren Lynette Baber (Jacob Baber) of Danville, PA; Chad Ely (Lindsay Ely) of Dushore, PA; Jeffrey Dorman of Sayre, PA; Traci Ely (Brock Smith) of Susquehanna, PA; Andrew Dorman of Harrisburg, PA; Ty Dorman of Celina, OH; McKenzie Potts (Ian Potts) of Provo, UT; Clay Dorman of Columbus, OH; and great-granddaughter Savannah Ely of Dushore, PA. He is also survived by special caregiver and sister-in-law Joan Barrett Lis; many brother/sister-in-laws; and many nieces and nephews. Besides his wife and parents he was preceded in death by his brother Stan Dorman and many brother/sister-in-laws.
A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 30, 2016 from 1:00-3:00 PM at Sheldon Funeral Home, 155 Church Street, Wyalusing, PA. A private internment will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.
Online condolences may be made at www.sheldonfuneralhomes.com.