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John R. “Jack” Gorman, 82, of Vero Beach, Fla., formerly of Braintree, Needham and Cotuit, Mass., died peacefully on Dec. 28, 2018, after a lengthy illness.
Born to John H. and Lillian G. Gorman on Aug. 8, 1936 in Braintree, Mass., Jack attended Stonehill College in Easton, Mass., and upon graduation began working for United Parcel Service (UPS) in 1958. He enjoyed a successful career both domestically and internationally, ultimately becoming UPS’ director of finance when the company went international in 1988.
It was at Stonehill College, on the first day of class freshman year, that Jack met Mary Benson, whom he married on May 9, 1959 at St. Gregory’s church in Dorchester, Mass. They remained devoted supporters of Stonehill College, Ursuline Academy in Dedham, Mass., and the Holy Cross Fathers through the years.
“Captain” Jack was an avid sailor. In his younger years he loved playing basketball, and in retirement developed an affinity for golf. He also enjoyed traveling, chatting with his friends at the coffee shop, and, most of all, spending time with his family and grandchildren.
Jack is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Mary Gorman; his daughter, Mary Jo Keaney, and her husband Paul M. Keaney, of Vero Beach; his grandchildren Laura Huntley (and her husband Aaron) and Paul J. Keaney of Boston; his brother, William Gorman of Simsbury, Conn.; in-laws Elaine Timilty of Canton, Mass., and Thomas and Mary Benson of Hernando, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his sister Elinor Mackin.
Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 5, 2019 at Holy Cross Church in Vero Beach.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Jack and Mary Gorman scholarship via www.stonehill.edu/giving or direct mail to: Stonehill College, 320 Washington St
Easton, MA 02357.
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