The Life of Charles Gorman Goslee Charles Gorman Goslee of Salisbury, Maryland was ushered into heavenly eternal rest on December 20, 2025. Born on September 2, 1933 to the late Rhuel E. Goslee and the late Martha B. Goslee, Charles Gorman was the youngest of seven children and was the last surviving sibling.

Charles, also known as "Gorman" to family and friends, was raised in San Domingo, Maryland. Through his many responsibilities on the family farm, Gorman developed a strong work ethic, a deep sense of family, an appreciation for community, and a lifelong commitment to service. Yet, it was faith in God that was central to Charles Gorman's life. He received his early Christian training at Zion United Methodist Church in San Domingo, where he remained an active and devoted member.

He began his education in Wicomico County's segregated schools and graduated from Salisbury High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Maryland State College in Princess Anne, Maryland (now the University of Maryland Eastern Shore), followed by a Master's degree from Salisbury State College (now Salisbury University). He also completed additional graduate studies at West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia.

A lifelong learner and passionate educator, Charles began his career teaching history at Salisbury High School. Over the course of a distinguished 39-year career in education, he served both as a teacher and school administrator, including as an elementary school principal at several schools within the Wicomico County Public School System. After retiring in 1994, his dedication to students continued. He served part-time as a Home/School Liaison at North Salisbury School and spent an additional 12 years mentoring students within the Wicomico County school system. Charles also played a key advocacy role on the Maryland Citizens Review Board for Children.

Charles Gorman met his soul mate and partner in life, Gladys Billups, when both worked at Salisbury High School. Their union was blessed with two daughters Vonda and Julie. Gorman spent most of his adult years in Salisbury, Maryland as a committed husband, a loving father, a dedicated educator, and a loyal friend. He enjoyed gardening, cooking, singing, playing the piano, golfing, and socializing.  Though some knew him by his stern professional discipline, most were won over by his humor, charm, melodious voice, and encouraging demeanor.

Gorman valued fellowship, brotherhood, and service. and he lived through active involvement in many organizations - always intending to give back and strengthen the community he loved. His commitment to faith and fellowship was evident through his participation in the Zion United Methodist Men's Choir and the Zion Charge Combined Choir, where he joyfully shared his love for the Lord through singing.  He also was a Past President of the Trustee Board at Zion United Methodist Church, Chairman of the Higher Education Committee, and former member of the Salisbury District Committee on Ordained Ministry.

Gorman cherished the lifelong bonds of fraternity. He was a dedicated member of Unity Lodge #73, Free and Accepted Masons, and King David Consistory #284. He served in the Gamma Theta Boule' Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity and mentored students for the O. William Hull Boule' Scholars. As a member and Past Basileus of the Pi Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., he exemplified scholarship, leadership, and service to the community for over 68 years.  He was also a long-standing member of the NAACP, and a lifetime member of the Salisbury High School Association. He found shared goals with the 100 Good Men Organization and lasting relationships within the OC Gang of Family and Friends.

Charles Gorman served as a member of the Salvation Army Advisory Council, the Tri-County Alumni Association of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, the Wicomico County Tourism Board, and the Board of Directors of the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore. He was the Past President of the Board of Directors of the Wicomico County Library and of the Holly Center. He also served as Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Community Tutorial Program in San Domingo. He and his late wife were generous philanthropists. Through the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, they created the Charles and Gladys Goslee Youth Help Fund which provides numerous opportunities for students in our community, as well as the Charles and Gladys Goslee Donor Advised Endowment Fund, which contributes to several nonprofit organizations.

In recognition of his academic, civic, and community involvement, Charles Gorman received many honors and awards, and most recently, he received the prestigious Salisbury Award.

In addition to his parents, Charles Gorman Goslee is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 52 years, Gladys Billups Goslee, three sisters Hortense Stanley, Nora Morris, and Gertrude Brown; and three brothers, George Goslee, Reid Goslee, and Rhuel Goslee.  He leaves to cherish his memory two daughters Vonda G. Green of Wyoming, Delaware and Julie G. Owens of West Orange, New Jersey; two faithful sons-in-law Aaron Green and Darrell Owens; grandchildren Gabrielle G. Michel (Joel), Aaron Charles Green, Zachary Owens, Celeste Owens, Joshua Owens, Jhamed Owens; great grandchildren Shiloh and Noah; siblings through marriage Sylvia Goslee, Delsie Goslee, and Mary Billups; goddaughter Paula Commodore; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; those with whom he had developed special paternal relationships; a host of fraternal brothers and sisters; hundreds of former students; several mentees, and countless friends and colleagues.

Charles Gorman Goslee's legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched as an educator, leader, community servant, friend, and loved one.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests contributions to be made in memory of Charles Gorman Goslee to:

Charles and Gladys Goslee Youth Help Fund or Donor Advised Endowment Fund c/o The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, Incorporated 1324 Belmont Avenue Suite 401 Salisbury, Maryland 21804