Gus O'GORMAN

We are very sad and brónach about the sudden and untimely death of our dear friend Gus. Fear álainn, greanmhar, cliste, cneasta. Is true nach bhfuil sé linn. With love and sincere condolences. Eithne

All these months later, Jen and I just learned of Gus' passing. Ar dheis De a anam uasal. Deepest condolences to Karin, Micheal and Aisling. After all these years, we still gratefully remember your family's kindness, hospitality and good humor.

Mo bhrón géar, mo chara, an "buachaill dána" imithe go tobann uainn.

Déanaim comhbhrón ó chroí le Karin agus le muintir Gus ar fad.

Thoughts and Prayers are with you all. Great memories of Gus! Gus touched many lives and will always live in those he touched. He was a great man with a great heart!

Dear O'Gorman family, I bumped into Gus only a few weeks ago, and as usual he made me laugh and smile. I was honored to have worked with him, he was one of a kind. Generous, deep, fun and unique, a great person and physician. I miss him dearly and will never forget him. My sincerest sympathies with your loss.
Robert Koenekoop Paediatric Ophthalmology

Dear Karin, Michael, and Aisling,
It is was with great sadness that I heard about the passing of Gus - a truly decent man who was able to embody both the "seriousness" and unique humour of Ireland. A gifted story teller (of which we were witness both at our dining room table back in the 70's, and at our own Dad's funeral in the mid-90's) and a "cracking" middle distance runner who I used to see (and try to chase) running along the hills of West Montreal. I see him running through the fields of Athenry - as a gift for a life well lived and mindfully enjoyed.
Peace, Chris

Dear Karin
Pat and I were saddened to hear of Gus' sudden passing. He was a wonderful core member of the medical staff at the Montreal Children's Hospital. He brightened many a day for many. It was a privilege and a pleasure to have had him as a colleague and friend.
Sorry we could not attend his farewell celebration.
Harvey and Pat

Karen,
I was so sorry to hear that Gus had passed away. I have lost a great cross country ski partner and will remember good times at the Chateau Montebello around the fireplace. A good golfing buddy has also gone. He enjoyed his first trip to the Fall Classic just 3 weeks ago(photo attached). My sincerest sympathy and condolences.

Karin.
Four years ago I was on a buss tour of Ireland with Gus.He was the life and soul of the group.He will be missed by his family and friends -But hey will have some great memories to treasure forever.

My deepest sympathies to the entire family and friends of Gus; he will be greatly missed.

Dear Karin and Family,

We are so very sorry to hear of Gus's passing. We have so many great memories of our times doing Irish Dancing. What great times we had! We are sorry that we can't be there for you at this time but we are out of the country on a cruise but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. And know that Pat misses her dancing partner. God bless you all and we know that Gus is watching over you always. Pat and Donna Whittaker

I was shocked to hear of the passing of Dr. Gus. I bumped into him in Metro Westmount a few weeks ago. A brief "Dia Duit" which was our last. My prayers to Gus and his family."An chuid eile i síocháin mo chara."

Sincere condolences on the passing of Gus. We will miss him.

Gemma and Harold Brooks

Dear Karen and Family,

Please accept our sincere sympathies concerning Gus's passing. We have fond memories of him over the years, particularly during our Irish dancing days at Bernadette Short's School. His warm, always welcoming smile and the way he had of treating you like you were the only person in the world who mattered when he spoke to you, are two such memories that will always stand out for us. Blessings and peace. -- Brendan and Bernadette Walsh.

Karin and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Gus was a wonderful man, doctor and sometimes irish teacher. Funny, intelligent and classy, I always enjoyed talking with him. I will miss him. Helen and Jim (Ailin agus Séamus)

Dear Karin, Aisling and Michael,

I was shocked to read of your husband and father's passing in the McGIl news today! I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am thinking of you at this difficult time. I have such warm memories of your family newsletter, that annual holiday publication, hearing of the goings on of the various members of your lovely family. Be comforted by the wonderful memories of your sweet Gus.

Please accept my sincere condolences Karin and family on the loss of Gus. Is mise le meas.
Chris

Karin, Michael and Aishling - we are terrible saddened to hear the news. From the days of sharing a "pad" with John in Pittsburgh to Gus' Chicago visits over the years, including his first (and only) Notre Dame football game, we had many humorous and happy times. Your wedding was the most wonderful we ever attended. We will miss his incredible sense of humor, especially the Christmas missive which was highly anticipated each holiday season. May the many happy memories you made sustain you all through this very sad time.

Dear Fidelma and all the O 'Gorman family . Sincere condolences from the Ray and. Mary Conrath family of Montreal who worked with uncle Father Gus when he was an army chaplain in Oklahoma. He was so excited later when his nephew Dr Gus moved to Montreal and we reconnected . Wonderful to read of all his a complishments; he will be greatly missed.
Our sympathy, Maureen

Life is eternal,
Love immortal,
And death, but a mere horizon,
And a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.
Until we meet again, you are with us in our hearts.
The Kennedy's,Michael,Carole,Jenny,Sam &Charles.

Dear Aisling,

I feel privileged to have worked with your father these past few years. Memories of his generosity, unforgettable wit and class will continuously echo in the hallways at the clinic. He was so proud of you Aogo... Praying for you and your family during this most difficult time.

With heartfelt sympathy,

My deepest condolences to you and your family, Michael, at this time. My family's, along with my own thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.

The O'Gorman Family,
Please accept my deepest expression of sympathy in your sad loss. At such a time it is good to know others really do care. Most sincerely
Andrew Fogarty

Dear O'Gorman Family,

Deepest sympathies on your great loss.
Gus was an inspiration to all who had the privilege of studying or working with him.
An amazing sense of humor and joie de vivre.
It's a huge loss for the entire McGill family.
May your memories of him sustain you during this diffcult period.

My sympathy to Karen and all the O'Gorman family, may you find much comfort in the many good memories you have of Gus! Gus and I go back to our childhood in Salthill. Wish I could be with you but I'm in Florida until next week. Gus and you are in my prayers.
Fr. Pat Donnelly

We are truly sorry to hear about Gus, Karin. He was a gentleman, a person who earned the respect and affection of all he came in contact with. We will always remember his kindness (and yours) to us during our time in Montréal. Duine uasal, duine lách, duine dílis, duine múinte, duine léannta. Go dtuga Dia sólás duit féin, Aisling, agus Michael in bhur mbris agus go dtuga Sé leaba ar dheisiúr na naomh do Ghus. Ní imithe uainn ach romhainn atá sé. Fond memories of Gussy gags! We are think of you all at this time, Karin.
Feargal & Maedhbh, Camus, Conamara, Ireland.

Karin,Michael,Aisling. Mo chomhbhrón. Tá mé páirteach libh i bhur dtrioblóid. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasail.†
My sincere sympathy to you at this time of great sorrow. May God give you the strength & grace to deal with this enormous loss.
My greatest memory of this gentleman was when we were both trying to learn the Céilí Dancing steps together with the Short School of Irish Dancing in Montreal. RIP Gus.†
Gearóid Oisín Mac Fhlannchadha.

Karin, I am so sorry to hear about Gus's passing and I wish you all strength in pulling through this. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

Remembering Gus with an innate bounce in his step and stance. Did not seem to stand still. Was it the Irish in him? So glad to have been at the Laurentian Lodge for St. Patrick's Day dinner, with Gus as MC. Was it 2015? The dining room was in his thrall, laughing, applauding, thumping the tables. He ran a great show. And I am not even Irish.

A more astonishing memory: Gus on his bike whizzing down the curving streets from Westmount mountain on his way to work. Big smile under his helmet. And it was uphill all the way home.

A doctor fully committed to care in Montreal, generous and compassionate. He leaves a great emptiness: family and friends here and in Ireland; colleagues and patients.

Sorrow and respect for you, Karin.

Dearest Michael,
Just saw your dad's obit in the Gazette & wanted to send you, your mom & sister my condolences. All I could think about was the pride on his face when you gave us all a splendid example of Irish dancing at your Grad dance. He was a lovely guy! KK Biggs

My sincere condolences to the O'Gorman family.
Susan Doyon Burke

My deepest sympathies to the O'Gorman family.

Gus' wry sense of humour and wonderful way with words brought light and laughter to all who knew him. We will miss him. Our deepest sympathy to Karin, Michael and Aisling.

Hi Karin
We just heard about your loss a few minutes ago. Both Tatsuko and are deeply saddened by your loss. We hope that you will find the strength to build a new life without Gus. All our love. Tatsuko and Michael

Dear Karin, Michael and Aisling, our sincere condolences on the loss of Gus. We will be forever grateful for the privelege of having known him. We will miss his sharp, insightful wit and the opportunity for great conversation over the occasional pint together. The world is a lesser place without him. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam. Ciaran and Karen.

He was one of the first people to setup a Bloomsday event here in the city many years ago - before we started the Bloomsday Montreal Festival. And he has been one of our most ardent supporters and participants in the events. Just last week he was participating in our Finnegans Wake session at the Westmount Library. He was a Board member and an active participate in all our Festivals. Of course, he was also one of the most important and active members of the Montreal Irish community as well.

"Go maith móide Dé theagleach leis a ainm uasail, agus solas árd na Flathas dhó."

Dr.O'Gorman (Gus) was a huge support & a blessing to my family & especially to me when my daughter was diagnosed & thankfully cured of a brain tumour.
Tony Newman

A laugh, a drink, a story, or a song, Gus was always there to join in and enjoy. He was the best husband, and friend, I could ever imagine for my sister, Karin (his first wife). God bless you Gus, we love you.

My deepest sympathies to the O'Gorman family. Gus was always a very kind and caring man to me and my family. Very warm and welcoming, he always seemed to be smiling or laughing when we would meet. He will be deeply missed.

I will forever remember the fondness and self deprecating humour he exhibited, along with his love of language. A fine man whose Christmas letters on in laws, rants and raves about dentures and failing memory, crepuscular decay and general curmudgeony observations made for a special treat. Will cherish his memory, his fine spirit and genuine love for what he described as his first wife Karen!
As God is love, Gus is now probably rehearsing for some thespian show of spirits in the heavens--may his soul rest in peace. Farewell, but know that you are loved and missed. Condolences to his family

Edward Mooney

Do chualas scéal do chéas ar ló mé
Agus dhfág san oiche i ngéibhinn bhróin mé
My brother-in-law led a life of great accomplishment with grace and civility. We will miss him forever.

A good man, my condolences

So sorry for your loss.

My deepest sympathies to the family. Fond memories of growing up next door to the O'Gorman's.

My condolences to you all. I have very many memories of him from the Lodge.

My sincere condolences to the family. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Such a wonderful man. He will truly be missed. My deepest sympathies.

Karin and family. My sympathies for your loss. Thinking of you.
Judy Ware