Biography: Anita Marie Gorzalski, born December 5^th, 1957 to George and Lois Weyland, entered the arms of her Lord and Savior on July 29^th, 2024, in Little Rock, Arkansas. A true lady of the South, Anita exuded grace, hospitality and kindness. She was the oldest of three girls, and her parents called her “precious angel.” Her love for Jesus was unwavering and she was known for putting others first, just like Him. Her strong faith through illness and continuous giving of her time, resources, and encouragement was a powerful witness that strengthened the faith of others.
       
Anita's devotion to the Lord was evident by the way she lived her life. She was a member of Fellowship Bible Church for 35+ years, where she and her husband Tom were actively involved in a Discipleship Group that became a second family to them. She was a true friend, offering wise counsel to others and giving her time simply to listen. Scripture was an important part of Anita's life, and she posted it in every room of her home. Anita and her husband Tom were dedicated to trusting in the Lord to direct them as they raised their family, and they received His many blessings with grateful hearts. Anita loved her family with all her heart and her son, Samuel, was the delight of her life. To see him happy in his career and marrying his precious wife was the best gift she could ask for.
        
Anita dedicated forty years of service in providing exceptional care for countless children through her role as a Medical Technologist in the Microbiology Lab at Children’s Hospital in Little Rock.   A multi-talented woman, Anita received her BS in Biology and Medical Technology from Arkansas College and was a member of the esteemed Madrigal Troupe, a ballet dancer, and a skilled actor—as evidenced by her receipt of the Most Valuable Thespian award in high school.
Above all, Anita was a selfless and loving wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt, and friend. She enjoyed thirty-four years of Christ-centered and joyful marriage with her husband Tom, and she cherished her role as mother to her son Samuel. Anita is survived by her husband Tom Gorzalski, son Samuel Gorzalski, daughter-in-law Katie Gorzalski, granddaughter Grace, sisters Sarah (Bill) Sutter and Karen Wilson, and many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. They will miss her warm hugs, contagious laughter, and radiant smile. Her family and friends remember her with the following sentiments: 
 
-She was a godly counselor to many friends.
-She was classy and had such an elegant way about her.
-Her love of knowledge and science made her unique in that she often wanted to know more.
-She had countless books that she would read and reread. Oh, how she loved to read.
-She was a woman of God who you couldn’t help but to love and cherish. She was warm and inviting and she hugged with passion and love. I loved her hugs.
-She made a point to connect with each person at family gatherings and was gifted at making others feel seen and special.
-She was a perfect match for Tom.
 
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11am on Friday, August 23^rd 2024 at Fellowship Bible Church (1401 Kirk Road, Little Rock, AR 72223) with a receiving line immediately following.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to  www.rolandcrisiscloset.com.  There is an “in honor of” section at the bottom of the donate page. Services under the direction of RuebelFuneralHome.com