Senate Resolution No. 2744
BY: Senator TEDISCO
COMMENDING John Joseph Gorman, MD, posthumously
upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an
individual by the New York State Senate
WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York,
who have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this
country's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace
in peacetime, deserve a special salute from this esteemed Body; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend John
Joseph Gorman, MD, posthumously upon the occasion of his designation as
recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an
individual by the New York State Senate; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Schenectady, John Joseph Gorman, MD, will be
honored by the Schenectady County Honor-a-Veteran Committee during the
Award Ceremony, held at St. Luke's Pastoral Center in Schenectady, New
York, on Saturday, December 7, 2024; and
WHEREAS, The New York State Senate Liberty Medal was established by
Resolution and is awarded to individuals who have merited special
commendation for exceptional, heroic, or humanitarian acts on behalf of
their fellow New Yorkers; and
WHEREAS, John Joseph Gorman was born to Richard and Minna Gorman in
Syracuse, New York, on August 29, 1928; he graduated from Draper High
School; continuing his education, he graduated with a Bachelor of
Science in Biology from Union College in Schenectady in 1950; he also
earned both a master's degree in biology and chemistry and a teaching
certificate from New York State College for Teachers in Albany; and
WHEREAS, Accepted to medical school, John Joseph Gorman had to put
his goals on hold as he was drafted into the United States Army on
September 23, 1952, serving his country in the Radiation Division of
Radiobiology at the Army Medical Research Laboratory in Fort Knox,
Kentucky; he was discharged from his military duties, as a corporal, on
September 3, 1954; for his exemplary service, he was awarded the
National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal; and
WHEREAS, Marie Bove, the girl who lived around the corner, went from
being John Joseph Gorman's best friend's sister to the love of his life
during the years he attended graduate school; letters and telephone
calls during the Army years strengthened their bond, and on a short
visit home, the soldier proposed marriage; and
WHEREAS, Shortly after the wedding, the couple moved to Syracuse
where John Joseph Gorman attended SUNY Upstate Medical University,
graduating in 1958; he spent his residency in Syracuse, specializing in
radiology; and
WHEREAS, Returning to Schenectady, John Joseph Gorman completed his
fellowship and commenced his career as a radiologist and Associate
Professor of Radiology at Albany Medical Center; in 1965, he joined St.
Clare's Hospital where he began a distinguished 37-year-long career in
the X-ray Department; until his retirement in 1997, he served as Chief
of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging; and
WHEREAS, Hosting family parties, swimming, and vacationing on Cape
Cod with his family were enjoyable pastimes for Dr. John Joseph Gorman;
some hobbies he relished were scouting for antique treasures, reading
voraciously, researching his family's history, listening to Irish music,
and imparting his wit and wisdom to everyone; aside from free medical
advice he gave daily, he was known to give of himself with care and
compassion; and
WHEREAS, Alongside his wife, Marie, Dr. John Joseph Gorman
volunteered his time and talent to numerous causes in Schenectady; after
his retirement, he consulted on cases for MLMIC, a medical malpractice
insurance company, and served on the board of the Samaritan Counseling
Center; he was also a long-time member of the Schenectady County Medical
Society and Past President of the New York State Radiological Society;
and
WHEREAS, Dr. John Joseph Gorman earned the St. Clare's Spirit of
Healing Award, as well as a Proclamation from the City of Schenectady,
designating January 24, 1997, as Dr. John J. Gorman Day; and
WHEREAS, John Joseph Gorman, MD, died on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at the
age of 95; he is missed by all who count themselves fortunate to have
shared their lives with him; and
WHEREAS, John Joseph Gorman, MD, is survived by his best friend and
loving wife of 70 years, Maire; his seven children, Rick (Diana) Gorman,
Kathy (Barry) Denison, Maureen Beebe, Eileen (Terrence) Donnelly,
Colleen (Jack) Judge, Tim (Kathy) Gorman, and Christine (Chris) Molluso;
25 grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; six
step-great-grandchildren; his brother, Jim (Mary) Gorman; and numerous
cherished nieces, nephews, in-laws, and friends; he is predeceased by
his parents, Richard and Minna; his brother, Richard; and his sisters,
Marilyn and Kathleen; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited his patriotism both at home and abroad,
John Joseph Gorman, MD, demonstrated his love for his country and merits
forevermore the highest respect of his State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended,
and thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and
for their dedication to their communities, their State, and their
Nation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend John Joseph Gorman, MD, posthumously upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed
upon an individual by the New York State Senate; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of John Joseph Gorman, MD.
