Robert Gerald Gorman's Obituary
GORMAN, Robert Gerald (Capt. Bob)
Age 96, of Land O’ Lakes, FL., passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his children on October 28, 2017. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Evelyn, son Robert, and daughter Kathleen Jeffrey. He is survived by six children; Steve Gorman, Timothy (Donna) Gorman, Carol Gorman, Christopher (Rita) Gorman, Jeffrey (Kelly) Gorman, Kenny Gorman,; twenty-one grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren. A self-made man with only a country school education, Capt. Bob enlisted in the Army-Air Corps during WWII where he learned the trade of aircraft mechanics. He reached the height of his career as an airline pilot for 36 years with Eastern Airlines. He obtained the rank of Captain and flew the Boeing 727 whisper jet. When asked who his copilot was, he always responded with “Jesus Christ!”. Upon retirement from Eastern at the age of 60, Capt. Bob purchased an orange grove and successfully raised Naval and Valencia oranges. Fascinated with real-estate, he earned his real-estate brokers license, and at the age of 69 he started “Capt. Bob Realty” located in Land O’ Lakes, FL. His realty business flourished until its closure after 13 years. His greatest achievement in life was obtaining 49 years of sobriety on January 5, 2017. He was well known for salvaging the lives of people ensnared by the impact of alcoholism. He has selflessly donated his time and resources helping thousands of addicts through his testimony and many speaking engagements, find their way to sobriety. He put into practice the “Love” for others as he knew it from his Higher Power. Through his positive attitude, testimony and mentoring, he provided encouragement to all who knew him. He was more than a friend and neighbor…he was a Good, Good Father! Funeral services held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Land O’ Lakes, FL. at 10:30 am on November 3, 2017.
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