Donald William Vorisek

Donald William Vorisek, purveyor of dad jokes, dog magnet, and the best husband, father, and grandfather the world has ever known, left this world for the next one on Saturday, October 4th, 2025. 

Donald was born in Manhattan on May 25th, 1946, the only son of Donald T Vorisek and Margaret Devine. Donald had many various jobs (and adventures) in his early years, but after returning home from his service in the US Army, he took on the role of a NYC subway conductor for the next 30 years.  

Donald adored his retirement in the Catskills. When he wasn’t taking a road trip through the mountains or taking a simple stroll on a quiet road, he could be found watching the cowboy shows of his youth, setting the time on his Mickey Mouse watch, and telling jokes and sharing stories of his NYC subway adventures with his children, grandchildren, and dogs. Above all, his role as a husband, father, and grandfather was his favorite. 

Donald is survived by his wife of 56 years, Carol Vorisek; his children James Vorisek, David Vorisek (Kelly), April Vorisek, and Tracy Petersen (Rasmus); his grandsons Matthew, Nathaniel, and Kai; his granddaughters Amber, Martisa, Ayla, June, Amara, and Madelyn; his step grandchildren; and nieces and a nephew. He was predeceased by his parents, his beloved uncle Larry Vorisek, daughter-in-law Priscilla Vorisek, and his sister, Catherine Vorisek. 

A Catholic mass will be held on Tuesday October 14, 2025 at 11am at Sacred Heart Church, Margaretville followed by a graveside service of military honors.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society or the American Cancer Society.