Barbara D. Gorsen
January 20, 1944 ~ September 9, 2011
Barbara deFlorio Gorsen
(Age 67)
Of Dunn Loring, VA and originally of Northampton, MA died suddenly on Friday, September 9, 2011. She was the beloved wife of Fred Gorsen and sister of Linda deFlorio Williams (Robert). She is also survived by loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, and cousins. At the time of passing, Barbara supported the Treasury Department in the areas of cyber security, critical infrastructure, and risk assessment. At GRC International, Barbara was appointed the first female Vice President. She was responsible for day-to-day operations and direction of all technical entities (450 people). At System Planning Corporation, she held key information technology projects for the Department of Defense, US Postal Service, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Barbara began her career as research analyst at the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA). She graduated from Smith College in mathematics, Magna Cum Laude, Honors: Phi Beta Kappa, and Sigma Xi.
Memorial contributions may be made to Malawi Children's Village Foundation, P.O. Box 240547, Anchorage, Alaska 99524.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
(Age 67)
Of Dunn Loring, VA and originally of Northampton, MA died suddenly on Friday, September 9, 2011. She was the beloved wife of Fred Gorsen and sister of Linda deFlorio Williams (Robert). She is also survived by loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, and cousins. At the time of passing, Barbara supported the Treasury Department in the areas of cyber security, critical infrastructure, and risk assessment. At GRC International, Barbara was appointed the first female Vice President. She was responsible for day-to-day operations and direction of all technical entities (450 people). At System Planning Corporation, she held key information technology projects for the Department of Defense, US Postal Service, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Barbara began her career as research analyst at the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA). She graduated from Smith College in mathematics, Magna Cum Laude, Honors: Phi Beta Kappa, and Sigma Xi.
Memorial contributions may be made to Malawi Children's Village Foundation, P.O. Box 240547, Anchorage, Alaska 99524.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Barbara, you left so suddenly. But you made such a positive impression on me during your years of support to the Treasury Department. I will always remember your professionalism, kindness, and your laugh. Patti Black
Fred, I am so sorry for you loss. My heart breaks for you. Just know that we are here for whatever you need and you are in our prayers.
Hi Fred, There are no words to express how deeply saddened I am for you when I heard of Barbaras passing. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. I didnt know Barbara well, but I so enjoyed sitting at the table with you and her during my first Awards Banquet, and watching her smile widen as you joked with us all. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort Fred. Jackie
Barbara, it seems like yesterday when we worked together at Naval Ordnance Lab. Seeing you this past New Year’s Day at Ed’s house brought back a lot of memories. But you leaving so suddenly is out of character. You were always so meticulous and deliberate. I didn’t see you much lately but you are in my thoughts and I hope you rest easy. Fred, please accept my sincere sympathy.
Fred, We are so sorry to have heard about this terrible loss. There are really no words to express our sorrow. Let the good memories flood your thoughts in these times, but they can only somewhat wash away the pain. Out thoughts are with you.
I learned more from Barbara than I’ll ever be able to thank her for. I am grateful to have known her.
It has been many years since Barbara and I worked together at SPC. In those days, we were young professionals making our way in the world and I have fond memories of our work together. May your spirit rest peacefully and your family’s memories of you provide comfort and strength.
Fred – Barbara was such a beautiful person. I pray that you receive comfort at this time of your great loss.
Fred – I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have to this day been thankful of everything you taught me from our days together on EIS and you will be in my prayers.
Fred, I was so sorry to hear about Barbara. Please know your are in the thoughts and prayers of my family and if we can do anything please let me know.
Fred, Barbara was my friend and mentor for 43 years: someone whom I always admired and relied upon. I can’t imagine a world without her.
Fred, we are so sorry to have heard about Barbara. There are no words to express our sorrow. Barbara was a good person and she will be missed by many people that she touched both professionally and personally. Our thoughts are with you.
Dear Barbara, I so enjoyed working with you during my career at Treasury. You are one of the most intelligent women I’ve known. Your professionalism and expertise are a credit to women in the information systems field. I remember how infectious your laugh was and how talking to you lifted my spirits. May your loving family remember what a kind, wonderful person you are.
I was sorry to hear the sad news. I met Barbara at System Planning Corporation (SPC) in the Fall of 1983. She was my first boss out of high school (supporting FEMA contracts). She was always kind, soft spoken, professional, and hard working. I’m sure she’ll be missed, but never forgotten.
Fred, My sincerest condolences on your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Mary
Fred, I worked with Barbara at System Planning (SPC) and although I haven’t seen her in quite some time she is someone I thought about often. She was the BEST boss ever!!! I will never forget her kindness and patience (and her confidence in me) when she was teaching me LOTUS 1-2-3 way back when. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. May she rest in peace.
Dear Fred- Barbara was my boss’s boss at GRCI. She was ultra competent but also a really nice person. Barbara showed that you could be an aggressive business woman while also being kind and considerate. She was admired and liked by all. I am so sorry for your loss.
Fred; I worked with and for Barbara throughout my 10 years at GRC. She guided and supported me through some trying proposal and BD activities. I learned a lot from her and will always be grateful for her leadership. Please accept my most sincere condolences. Marc Benezra
Fred, Thank you for informing me that Barbara had died. I worked with Barbara for many years, both at IDA & SPC. I admired her both as a person and a dedicated employee. She will be missed by all who knew her.
I am deeply saddened to hear of Barbara’s sudden passing. Having to work with Barbara since her employment at Treasury, she is truly a warm and friendly person. My Sympathy To The Family!
To the Family of Barbara deFlorio Gorsen: Much sympathy to you for your sad loss. I remember Barbara from our math classes – and am glad to know that she had such a wonderful family and career. Sincerely Patricia Manning ’65 Smith College