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James Alexander
August 23, 2020
I was a student at Haynes School in 62. I was in 2nd grade. One cold January day on the playground I slipped and fell hit my head and was bitten by a snake on my forehead. He saw me. I showed him the bump on my head and the two fang wounds side by side on the bump on my head. I told him I fell landed next to a hole and a snake came out and bit me.
He patiently walked me outside reminding me that snakes aren't out in the winter. I pointed out the spot, he leaned down and showed me a spot where two points of ice had grown up about a quarter of an inch and told me this is what my head hit. He talked me off the emotional cliff I was on. He told me I was not going to die from a poisonous snake bite.
What a great story he had to tell at home. He could throw a football underhand high in the air as well. I still remember after 58 year. Heaven is for people like him.
May 21, 2020
Mr. Gorman was one of the best teachers! He and Mrs. Ally were inspirational. I just found out that he passed away in February. It's May 2020, and I was looking him up because I had such good memories flood back as I listen to Hank Williams. I liked how he started class with a record from "Snoopy and the Red Baron" to "Hot Rod Lincoln" and more. I remember the drill calls out on the field as we practiced military marching. Thank goodness he taught us how to not pass out in the heat at parade rest during the town hall speech giving on Flag Day. Oh, I learned to do math, too. Miss you more, Mr. Gorman.
Karen Wilkinson Lowe
Vallejo, CA
Judy Paul
March 7, 2020
Wishing Mr. Gorman's family peace and great memories of him at this difficult time. My maternal grandmother, Beatrice Martin, was a friend and fellow teacher with Mr. Gorman in the early years of his teaching career. She used to tell us what a remarkable teacher he was. My parents moved to Sudbury in 1959, and Mr. Gorman was our principal when the Josiah Haynes School opened when I was in second grade. He was revered by the students, and it was always a special day when Mr. Gorman came outside during recess and led students around the playground with fun army marching drills. He expected the best from kids, and by being firm yet fun and setting high standards, his students rose to the occasion for him.
My younger sister Susie was lucky enough to be assigned to his class for her sixth grade year; the first year he returned to teaching from his principal role, and she maintains to this day that he was the best teacher she ever had. She wrote to him years Many years later, after he had retired, she wrote a letter to him to tell him that, and was thrilled that he wrote right back to her!
What a special man, and so perfectly suited to his life's work with kids. We are so sorry for your great loss, but hope you find blessings in knowing how much he impacted the lives of so many young people!
In sympathy,
Judy (Nichols) Paul
Kevin Dolan
February 24, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Gormans passing. I have few teachers in my past that left an indelible mark on my life and my Fifth grade teacher was certainly one. While disciplined in the classroom, Mr. Gorman always could find a way to laugh.
One of my favorite School projects throughout my entire childhood was my Rube Goldberg project. Mr. Gorman had a unique way of making learning fun, while still expecting Your best.
I know a few of my siblings benefitted from Mr. Gormans guidance As well, and for that we will be eternally grateful.
May he Rest In Peace knowing how many beyond his immediate family benefitted from teaching and support.
Condolences,
Kevin Dolan
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Brian Tourville
February 24, 2020
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Barbara Cook
February 23, 2020
I worked with Bob for many years.
I will always remember his stories about fishing. He cared about conservation.
There are many stories but this is the one I thought of first. Bob's classroom was unique. When you went to his classroom you knocked on the door and waited. A student would open it and then the entire class would stand and greet you.You always returned the greeting.
He played and the students sang the national anthem every morning in his classroom. He was always very particular about his students using proper grammar.
I remember him dressing up and selling balloons at Fall Fling.
Both of my daughters were in his class. They both agreed he was good teacher.
We are all very sad to hear of his passing.
Maureen and John Dolan
February 23, 2020
Dear family of Mr. Gorman, At such a time, words seem meaningless and only the heart speaks. Three of our seven children were fortunate to have Mr. Gorman as a Fifth Grade teacher in SUDBURY. His legacy lives on in them as well as countless other students. Be assured our hearts are full of gratitude for his unconditional commitment to his students. Beyond the classroom, we remember when our childrens grandfather passed away, Mr. Gorman personally came to the wake to express his condolences. Without a doubt, our family was deeply touched. Our prayer today is that each of you will share in the peace he now enjoys and so very much deserves.
Beth Hayes
February 23, 2020
Mr. Gorman was the principle at Haynes Elementary School in the 60's always so kind
and made you feel special. I remember he had a ring I think it was a College ring, that whistled I still remember it after all this time. Condolences to his family he was always loved and respected! One of the good guys!
Nicole Dunn
February 22, 2020
Robert was my fifth grade teacher. I have fond memories of classes with Mr Gorman. He was dedicated to his students and wanted you to succeed no matter what obstacles were placed in front of you. Thinking about Robert and his family.
Dale Jacobs
February 22, 2020
Mr. Gorman was the principal at Horse Pond Road school and had the entire school marching behind him at lunch around the playground. He also was at Haynes school when I was in 6th grade, lowering the flag when JFK was assasinated. He registered me to vote later in my life when I was old enough and admitted I made him feel old doing this! He was my most memorable teacher and I can still hear him calling out your Left, your left, your left, right left with all of us joining him as he was our leader @Horse Pond Road School❤
marcia fitzgerald
February 22, 2020
I taught 2 years at Haynes when Bob was principal. He used to say "I brought Marcia down from the potato fields of Maine to teach at Haynes"!! What a great sense of humor he had! I had such respect for his love of teaching ands love of children. RIP Bob.
February 22, 2020
I taught at Haynes when Bob was our principal. He loved saying "I brought Marcia down from the potato fields of Maine to teach at Haynes!" I had great respect for him and his love of teaching and his love of children. RIP Bob.
Marcia Roak Fitzgerald
Brian Tourville
February 22, 2020
Mr.Gorman,
Generosity of Spirit,Loved by all
Haynes Roads School.
With Mrs.Bronson chatting in Lobby on curriculum.
The best formative Choir in Sudbury
& those road trips to performances.
For The Tourville Family
Brian M.Tourville
new york
David Gursky
February 22, 2020
Many members of the Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School Class of 1978 were privileged to have known Mr. Gorman as principal of the Josiah Haynes Elementary School, or as a 6th Grade teacher at the Peter Noyes Elementary School. Our memories of Mr. Gorman are universally happy and respectful of him. We express our collective sympathies and condolences to his family.
Mike Rutstein
February 22, 2020
Nobody yet has mentioned him putting on a 45 record of "Sweet Georgia Brown" and passing a little basketball back and forth through the class! RIP, Mr. Gorman.
Bob Nichols
February 22, 2020
Had him as Principal at Haynes for all of my 5 years there. Fond memories of him.
Melissa Connolly
February 22, 2020
Mr. Gorman was the principal at my elementary school. All these years later, I remember him as being a kind, warm friendly person who obviously loved us kids. I was usually afraid of authority figures, but not Mr. Gorman
Sandra St. Croix Roberts
February 22, 2020
Mr Gorman was my fifth grade teacher, and without a doubt one of the best teachers I was lucky enough to have. It's safe to say, he had a large impact on me as at 73 I still remember him with a smile on my face. He respected kids and always made us feel special. School was both fun and educational. Loved him.
Carl Schiller
February 22, 2020
"Close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades sonny boy!" (I remember him saying this a lot in 6th grade!). Mr. Gorman had a big impact on my life & taught me how to work harder at school - he was my 6th grade teacher as well as my brothers 6th grade teacher. I ran into him on a golf course maybe 9-10 years ago - he was happy - he had a smile that would brighten anyone's day. My sincere condolences to his family.
Ann Venne MacKenzie
February 22, 2020
Mr. Gorman was my principal at Josiah Haynes School in the 60s. I remember him as being very nice and lots of fun outside at recess! He used to race-walk, and that always sent me into fits of laughter to watch him do that!
Kathleen Miller
February 21, 2020
Mr. Gorman was my elementary school principal. He always wore a smile and taught us to be kind to one another.
Kate Caputo
February 21, 2020
So sorry for your familys loss. He was one of my favorite teachers at Peter Noyes School. Never will forget him.
Shelley Horton
February 21, 2020
One of my favorite teachers in 6th grade. I will never forget his saying Close only counts in horseshoes and handgrenades.
Jerry T.Sherman
February 21, 2020
Bob was my sixth grade teacher and even though I didn't do very well in his class he was a great inspirator. ,RIP Bob
February 21, 2020
Mr. Gorman was one of my favorite teachers growing up. Had him in 6th grade as part of the Alley-Gorman team. So sorry for your loss.
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