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Michael Gorman Obituary
He was a Vietnam combat veteran and disabled from a gunshot wound, spending the last 42 years of his life in a wheelchair.
He was married May 9, 1969 in Adams, Mass., to Linda Wellspeak. They divorced in 1979.
Mr. Gorman was an ardent student of history and an avid genealogist.
Survivors include his daughter, Kimberly Gavagan of Mendham, N.J.; two granddaughters; a brother, James Gorman of Pownal, and a sister, Kathleen Gillis of Framingham, Mass.; two nieces and two nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, James M. Gorman and Marilyn Shirley Willette Gorman Alderman.
At his request, there will be no calling hours.
The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 26, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in North Pownal.
Burial with military honors will follow in South View Cemetery in North Adams, Mass.
Memorial contributions may be made to Vietnam Veterans of America, in care of Mahar and Son Funeral Home, 628 Main St., Bennington, VT 05201.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Gorman
Ted Gwinn
December 12, 2024
I served in Vietnam with Mike. We flew to get her and supported each other. We became brothers over there. He was a great solder and definitely a true warrior. After the war, we saw each other at 11th Armored Calvary Regiment reunions each year.
One day in Vietnam while while flying, a NVA bullet hit the bottom of my seat but was stopped by a piece of kevlar that I was sitting on. After landing, Mike came over to my Helicopter. Together we looked all through the helicopter by removing panels. Mike kept on looking after I gave up. And then he found the bullet. He proudly tried to give it to me, but because he worked so hard to find it, I told him he could keep it. So he did. And he drilled a hole through the bullet and laced a combat boot lace through it. From then on, he wore it around his neck. He was wearing it when he got shot about a month later. I loved you Brother Mike. Thank you for your service. I wish someday to meet your family. I
Francis Gowrie
April 5, 2010
Mike and I served together in Vietnam. He actually saved my life when I was shot. WE helped him move from MA to VT. We were always closely in touch till he got real sick. I shall never forget his smile and Bravery. I will miss him dearly. Francis X. Gowrie Jr. New York. I did attend the Mass and Burial. He is at peace now and never forgotten
March 30, 2010
To the Gorman/Champney Family,
My condolences on the loss of Michael. We had just begun a dialog on the Champney family. My name is Paula Cole and I am the granddaughter of Harriet Tudor and the great granddaughter of Clara Champney Hurley. I believe Clara delivered Lee and Lark and also named them. My grandmother spoke frequently of Michael and his mother and grandmother. Michael had spent an enormous amount of time researching the Champney family. If someone in the Gorman/Champney family is continuing his work I would love to hear from them.
Again condolences you have lost a wonderful asset. There is so much about Michael I would love to have known.
Paula Dockum Cole
802-786-2405
March 29, 2010
Dear Kate and family,
We're sorry you had to lose your brother, but we are encouraged that he found peace towards the end of his life, and so thankful for his service to our country. We will definitely look for the book in which his story is told and share it with others. It was also very interesting to know the family history.
God bless you and comfort you and your family . Love, Leslie and Norm Cronin
Melody Traugut-Luttmann
March 28, 2010
Kathy and family,
My love to you and your family. May we all remember the price of freedom is not free. Dear God, your solder has come home to rest. His battle has been long. May he rest in peace.
Laurie (Conroy) O'Dowd
March 27, 2010
So sorry to hear of Mike's passing, my old class of "65" classmate with that winning smile. Proud to have known you and grateful for all you gave for your country in Viet Nam. God bless
Joe Ames
March 27, 2010
Jimmy,Kathy and Kim,
Words alone cannot express my sorrow with the passing of Micheal. He was one of my dearest friends and many a night I spent crouched next to the wheel chair listening to the words of encouragement from my wounded hero. His service to his country exemplified the qualities of a true patriot and a wonderful, kind and loving young man. I will cherish his memory forever in my heart ! The world is a better place because of Micheal Gorman !!!
March 26, 2010
Dear Jim and Family..Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother..keep his memories in your heart..With My Thoughts..Diane Scott
March 25, 2010
Jimmy, sorry to hear about the passing of your brother,our condolences to you and your family, may his memory be eternal.
Jim & Rebecca Alimonos
March 24, 2010
Kimberly,
May your father find peace. God bless you and your family.
The Harris Family
Mendham, NJ
Christopher Cain
March 24, 2010
Dear Jim,
Haven't seen you in about 40 years or so but childhhod memories prevail. Sorry for your loss of your brother.
Regards-Christopher Cain
Debby Kopala
March 24, 2010
Jim-Sorry for the loss of your brother-please accept my condolences. Cherish the memories.
Russell Durant
March 24, 2010
Kathy, Jim and family
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Russ Durant
Rick and Sandy Arnold
March 24, 2010
Jim...So sorry for your loss...Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Jean Watters
March 24, 2010
Jim..So sorry to hear about the passing of your brother.We send or condolences..Mary Jean and Milo.
julia lavalette
March 23, 2010
so sorry for your loss,but know that mike was in great pain and is now at peace with the LORD.HOLD ON TO YOUR MEMORIES TIL YOU SEE HIM AGAIN ONE DAY! LOVE,
JULIA AND PAUL LAVALETTE
Terry & Joe Bomal
March 23, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to all of you... May you find comfort in knowing Mike is at peace and no longer suffering.
March 23, 2010
Kate, Jim and family,
Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Pat and Larry Clairmont
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