J. Gorman - Roberson Funeral Home

J. Gorman

September 27, 1917 - December 8, 2006

J. R. Pat Gorman, 89, of Punta Gorda, Florida, died Friday, December 8, 2006 at his residence.

He was born September 27, 1917 in Baltimore, Maryland to Hazel Robinson Gorman and J. R. Gorman, Sr. Pat graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1939 and from Georgetown University Law School in 1942. He served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1945 at Camp Lee, Virginia where he met his lovely wife of 60 years, 2nd Lt. Army Nurse Margaret E. Longenecker. He was an attorney in Washington D.C., active in Association Management and behind the scenes politics, including starting and running the National Ike and Dick and Nixon Lodge Clubs. He was also actively involved in Leadership roles in the Boys Club of Greater Washington. Pat moved to Punta Gorda from Bethesda, Maryland in 1978 and was a long time member and official greeter of the Punta Gorda Rotary Club, member Punta Gorda B.P.O. Elks Lodge 2626, Official Ambassador for the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, member of the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce and Punta Gorda Business & Community Alliance. He also helped to Charter the National AMVETS.

Survivors include his spouse Margaret and four children, Kathleen G. (Paul) Marshall of Port Charlotte, FL, Susan E. Gorman of North Port, FL, Mickey Gorman of Punta Gorda, FL, and Buz (Kathleen) Gorman of Arlington, VA, and eight grandchildren.

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J. R. Pat Gorman, 89, of Punta Gorda, Florida, died Friday, December 8, 2006 at his residence. He was born September 27, 1917 in Baltimore, Maryland to Hazel Robinson Gorman and J. R. Gorman, Sr. Pat graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1939 and from Georgetown University Law School in 1942. He served…

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May the Lord's constant mercy and grace be with each member of this family, now and in the future, content in the knowledge that J.R. Pat Gorman has found eternal peace in heaven. In Christ's name we pray, Amen.

To the Gorman Family. You are in our prayers....Carolyn Boswell, Kathy Gorman's assistant, Children's Hospital, Washington, DC

To Marge and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all, and Pat, whom we will remember always . Joann and family.

Buz and Kathy and Family, We are all thinking of you. We care and share your sadness. Pat Johnson

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time. Buz, after seeing your Dad's photos, I can see where you got your friendly smile. Bill, Sharon and family.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Buz, there was no way your Dad could deny you! You all continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. JC, Neil and Lesley

Buz, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of loss. John and Jan Allison

Buz, We have you and your family in our prayers. I never had the chance to meet your father, but I could pick him out of crowd,...the smile is the same. God Bless, Tim and Sharon

Buz, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. Sebastien & Julie

Buz, My condolences to you and your family. I am thinking of you at this difficult time. It is clear your father was a man to be proud of. Judy

Buz and the Gorman Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. My condolences to everyone. Kelly

Buz and Family, All of your friends at the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions have you in their thoughts. Your dad is a wonderful man you can rightfully be very, very proud of. Scott Jarvis

Sorry about the news of your dad's death. I will pray for the family. Love, Ila Waters

Phil, I know how much you loved, admired, and respected your grandfather. I hope that you experience serenity in realizing that he felt the same about you. I am praying for the strength of your entire family during this difficult time.

i'm very sorry to hear about the loss of phil's granddad and kathy's dad. my prayers are with each and every one of the family. i pray God gives you comfort as you face this loss together.

I met him only a few times but he had that magnetic personality and incredible smile. The world is a better place because of his life. My prayers are with the family.

Dear Buz, I am so sorry about your loss. I hope you and your family find comfort in the wonderful memories of your father. Rose

You are all in my prayers, I know losing someone is one of lifes toughest tribulations! Hang in there!

To Buz and the Gorman Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I hope you find peace and comfort knowing that he may be physically gone, but his spirit will always remain at your side. Darlene Koykar

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! We offer our deepest sympathy in your time of loss.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

My deepest thoughts and prayers are with all of you, please remember the amazing person that Pat Gorman was and the way that he touched your life, He will be greatly missed and always loved.. All my prayers from my family to yours, Amy Kowalski

I can't express how much Pat's enthusiasm meant to helping me get involved in Punta Gorda. What an awesome human being and what a full and interesting life he led. I am honored to have been his friend.

I've never met a man who has lived life and experienced the world the way Mr. Gorman has.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.