Richard Anthony Gorman

Richard Anthony Gorman obituary, Venice, FL

Richard Anthony Gorman

Richard Gorman Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 27, 2022.

Richard A. Gorman, 67, of Venice, Florida formerly of Chadds Ford, PA. Devoted father to Rich, Jr. and "Pop" to grandchildren Lexi and Ryan Gorman, loving companion to Barbi Richardson. Rich is survived by five brothers and two sisters along many nieces and nephews, predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Eleanor Gorman.

Rich grew up in the Overbrook section of Philadelphia attending Our Lady of Lourdes Grammar School, and the Haverford School before attending Union College in Schenectady, New York. Rich was a standout athlete attending Union College on a basketball scholarship, a sport he loved and continued to play until the end of his days. Rich had a successful career working for GE, Burroughs, Lockheed Martin, and later in life as a business owner.

Rich was a devoted spouse, father, grandfather (Pop), brother and friend. He was the kind of guy you would want in your foxhole. Rich faced life's challenges with dogged determination and courage. He was an intelligent man with a great sense of humor. Above all Rich was a selfless man that always put his family first. He was the best man to the people in his life.

The apple in Rich's eye were his grandchildren. He would constantly brag to his friends about what a great equestrian athlete his granddaughter Lexi was and what a stellar basketball player and football quarterback his grandson was. Rich enjoyed teaching his grandson Ryan how to play basketball, sharing his mastery of the game. And equally Rich was the greatest supporter of his granddaughters love of horses, showing up for all of her events and religiously taking her to practices.

Rich was the best man to the people in his life. A truly selfless man that would give you the shirt off his back. A man of dignity and virtue that always put his family first. He was the best father a son could ever ask for, and was adored by his entire family.

His last year of his life was his happiest with girlfriend Barbi Richardson. He admired and adored Barbi, and was a devoted boyfriend to her. He had truly met the love of his life and lived on cloud 9 every day. Rich walked tall in Venice as he had found "his kind of town." Words don't describe what a great man Rich Gorman was, and he will forever be missed by his loved ones.

A Celebration Of Life service will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at Concordville Inn in Glen Mills, PA 1 PM

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May 22, 2025

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May 22, 2025

Rich, you are surely missed and will never be forgotten!
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May 21, 2025

Another year without you dad, we miss you so much. I know you're smiling down from heaven now that Trump is in office and the Eagles won the super bowl. Love you.

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May 22, 2024

Rich,
I know you loved Lexi and Ryan with all your heart. I have given all your treasured Haverford athletic letters to Ryan. I will always be there for both of them. Memories of the great times with you will be forever in the hearts of those who loved you . You will never be forgotten.
Norma

Rich Gorman Jr.

May 21, 2024

Dad, miss you every day of my life. Words cannot describe how bad this still hurts.

DAVID RANCOURT

July 14, 2022

A loving tribute to a father who raised a good son with wonderful children of his own too. I did not get the chance to meet Mr. Gorman, but his son Rich is a dear friend, the kind of friend anyone could only hope to have.

Mr. Gorman's legacy runs strong through Rich and his children, Ryan and Lexi. Thier personal strength and love for one another is a tribute to thier grandfather. I know how much Rich loves his Dad, and how much you will be missed. Our prayers are with you all and I know Rich will keep your memory alive thorough hard work and great success of his own.

Hersh

June 9, 2022

Mr. G it was a pleasure to know you and see the extraordinary example of such a caring, giving and supportive father and grandfather. Always a class act and so generous with your time and words of encouragement. Shikha and I are really sad to hear of your passing. You even made an impact on our kids during our visit last year. They remember you fondly and commented that you were such a nice person. Your impact on family, friends, colleagues and acquaintances has been so positive and profound. You will be missed.

Rich Gorman, Jr.

June 4, 2022

Pop,

Lexi, Ryan, and I love you so much. We miss you every day. You're the best man I've ever known. Thank you for being the best father and grandfather. Words don't describe how much we miss you.

Paul Altenpohl

June 1, 2022

I am sorry to hear about the passing of Rich Gorman. Rich and I were good friends at Haverford School. He was a great person. I offer my condolences to his loved ones.

Deborah Butler

May 31, 2022

I was so saddened to hear about Rich...what a great guy.. I´ll remember grade school and our good times... so sorry for theGorman family loss

max sarango

May 31, 2022

My deepest condolences to your family and close friends. Richard will always be remembered and respected as a kind and honorable man.

My family and I send sympathy and prayers to you and yours.

Max Sarango

Norma Gorman and Venice friends

May 30, 2022

A "Celebration of Life" was held on Saturday May28 in Venice, Fl. A large crowd of friends and loved ones gathered in a park. Many people spoke so fondly of Rich. His whole pickleball group showed up. Many cards and pictures were left for his two grandchildren Lexi and Ryan. He loved his grandchildren with all his heart and soul. He will be missed by all. Rich will remain in everyone´s heart forever. I knew him for 48 years. So many memories. May he Rest In Peace .

Lorena

May 30, 2022

Rich was a wonderful neighbor and friend. Our little community will miss him greatly.

Kathy Flatley Bandos

May 28, 2022

I am so very sorry for your loss.Richie was a classmate of mine until 7th grade. My parents were close friends of his. Wonderful family. In reading his obit, he truly led a blessed life. I hope you find some comfort in your memories.

Dave Gervers

May 28, 2022

Rich, I will miss your big smile (and many lobs) at pickleball. Rest in peace.

Anita and Richard Kurz

May 27, 2022

We are so very sorry for all of you. We don´t know what words to say except that we will keep you in our prayers.

Andrea Segal

May 27, 2022

I am devastated to hear Rich has left this earth so suddenly. He will be truly missed by all of us that knew him, especially by those closest. He was a true gentleman and entity of GOOD vibes he shared in his wake. I´m so sorry for his family and Barbi losing him. He was so excited at this time about what he had in his life, especially the opportunity to have met and gotten to know Barbi, and the fact they were building magic together. I truly send my condolences.

Nancy Costello LaPorta

May 27, 2022

So very sorry to hear this. I'm so glad I had the chance to meet up with Richie, my brother Peter, Jimmy Barton and Joe Cassidy about 7 years ago to reminisce about the good old days in Overbrook and our Lourdes class of 1969. We had many laughs that night and shared some good stories of days gone by. My deepest condolences to the Gorman family and all those who loved him.

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Kolby Jones

May 26, 2022

Rich was the best. He will be missed

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