Albert W. Gorham (20 February 1926 - 5 June 2016) With great sadness the family of Albert (Bert) William Gorham of Hampton, NB, mourn his passing in his 91st year. Born in Montreal, QC, he was the youngest of the 13 children of Annie and Herbert Gorham. In his early years in Montreal he was known by "Jack" or "Dempsey" by his friends. Bert joined the Royal Canadian Navy in World War II after forging his father's signature. He followed his naval service with service in the Merchant Marine, travelling extensively in both North and South America. His children, their spouses, grandchildren, or anyone who would listen, were often entertained by stories of his time at sea. After serving his country, Bert and his wife Evelyn moved to Saint John, N.B. for the start up of the Irving Oil refinery. He later moved on to the Canaport offshore oil terminal for it's launch. He was employed by Irving for 25 years, retiring in 1984 as Marine Superintendent. Burt never met a stranger, was never without a joke to make you laugh, and always had a dog biscuit in his pocket to treat somebody's pet. True to his parents' English heritage, he never refused a cup of tea. True to his Canadian heritage, he enjoyed the daily ritual of flying the Maple Leaf over his home in Hampton. Bert was a proud lifetime member of the Masonic Lodge. Bert was pre-deceased by his wife of 56 years, Evelyn, in 2014; a son in infancy; and his first wife, Eileen. Survived by daughter Patricia (Peg) Richard of Saint John, NB, her children Melissa, Mark, Dalton, and Jarrett; daughter Nancy (Dana) LeBlanc of Greenville, SC and their children Nicole LeBlanc (John Rushton), Trenton, NS, Deanna LeBlanc, (Jarrett Simmons), Greenville, SC, Drew LeBlanc (Brandy) Spartanburg, SC; and son Bruce Gorham (Rochelle Baldwin) of Fredericton, NB and their son Jake. Bert delighted in the accomplishments of his children and his treasured grandchildren. Bert also cherished his friends that became family, the Wright’s – Dave & Trish and their daughters Hannah and Emily. The family would like to thank the medical and support staff of St. Joseph's hospital in Saint John and Frederick Hall, Parkland Shannex in Fredericton for the excellent care provided to Bert. Reid’s Funeral home, 1063 Main Street, Hampton, NB (506) 832-5541 are entrusted with arrangements. A private family service will be held later this summer followed by interment in Hampton Rural Cemetery. Donations in memory of Bert may be made to the I.W.K. Children’s Hospital, Halifax, NS, a charity very dear to Bert & Evelyn or to the memorial of the donor’s choice. A life well lived. Bravo Zulu Bert. Personal condolences to the family and donations may be made through ReidsFH.com