Published in the March 9, 2018 edition
MELROSE — Richard A. “Dick” Gorman, 84, passed away peacefully at the Life Care Center in Stoneham with his family by his side.
He was born in Roxbury on December 28, 1933 to the late Francis and Agnes (McNeil) Gorman. Mr. Gorman lived in Somerville for many years before moving to Melrose 40 years ago. Richard worked in the printing and paper business for over 40 years, retiring in 1999. Richard was an avid bingo player at the Milano Center in Melrose, enjoyed singing Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” and received many standing ovations. He loved watching old movies, especially “The Godfather,” which he could recite word for word. But above all he loved the times spent with his family.
Richard was the beloved husband of 60 years to the late Phyllis A. (Giarratani) Gorman. Loving father of Karen L. Gorman of Maine, Frank J. Gorman of Tewksbury, Phyllis Ann Constantino and her husband Phil of N.C., and Michelle Gorman and her loving companion Brian McCall of Saugus. Proud grandfather of Brian, Matthew, Mary, Sean and Audrey. Caring brother of his late twin sisters Mitzie Cunningham and Mary Jacobs. Also survived by three great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and friends.
Visitation was held at the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster St. Melrose, on Tuesday, March 6. Funeral from the Gately Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 7, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Most Blessed Sacrament Church, 1155 Main St. Wakefield. Burial followed at Wyoming Cemetery in Melrose. Relatives and friends were respectfully invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Richard’s name to the Milano Family Senior Center, 201 W. Foster St. Melrose, MA 02176 or to American Lung Association, 1661 Worcester Rd #301, Framingham, MA 01701 To send a message of condolence please visit www.gatelyfh.com.