In Memory

Windsor sadly announces death of Robert S. Gorsky

Robert S. Gorsky, 56, passed away on Jan. 25, 2007. He was a devoted husband and father who dedicated his life to the service of others. He is survived by his wife, Peggy, and sons Scott and John Gorsky, along with his brother Joseph Gorsky Jr.

Bob received his BA from Kean University in Newark, NJ. He worked for over 34 years in the international cleaning industry. Most recently he worked in marketing and product development for Windsor Industries in Englewood, CO. He touched the lives of many people and will be dearly missed. VDTA extends its condolences to the family and friends of Robert Gorsky.

Author & Columnist Don Taylor passes away

Don Taylor, better known as the writer of business column “Minding Your Own Business” and co-author of Up Against the Wal-Marts passed away in November 2006 after a 10-year battle with non-hodgkins lymphoma.

Don was the director of the West Texas A&M University Small Business Development Center from 1989 to 2000. Some 3,500 people can credit Don for helping them succeed. He toured the country to speak about business growth and how small businesses can succeed. Don started the Office of Business Services at WTAMU, what is now called the Enterprise Network, as a business incubator. The network now works with 49 companies throughout the Panhandle.

A member and one time deacon at the Amarillo First Assembly of God Church, Don wore his faith proudly, seeking to help others more so than himself. The Rev. Billy Nickell said Don was a true believer.

Don was a regular contributor to the VDTA publications. He shared his business knowledge and skills with the independent dealer network. VDTA wishes to express its deepest sympathy to the friends and family of Don Taylor.

Reprinted from Floor Care Professional, March 2007