Rest in power Senator Gomes. It was an honor to call you a friend and learn so much about Bridgeport from you. The world was made better by your presence.
Today we lost a legend. Integrity at all cost will always be the legacy of Senator and Councilman, Ed Gomes. I met him in 1983 when we were first elected to the City Council. By our second term Ed, knowing me for only two years, used his might and votes to give me the honor and privilege of becoming Council. President. He never left me to face the many challenges that are inherent in politics. I learned and grew under his generous nature and I respected, admired and loved him to the end. We last talked the day before the accident and had plans to have lunch last week. Someday we’ll have that lunch, and I’ll get to see his infectious smile, and listen to his many stories. I love you Ed Gomes, and I’m blessed to have known you.
Another sad day for Bridgeport. Condolences to all of his family and friends. Thank you for your many years of service. May he rest in peace and may his memory be a blessing.
Condolences on Ed’s passing to his family – he was a true gentleman and a great person – warm and gregarious, but a true fighter for the average person. I am a better person for having known him.
We will miss your smart and active presence in our community. You can be totally at peace, though family and friends share much sadness at your passing. You encouraged many to become active and not depend on a few to do all the work in a democracy. Look to those young folks you worked with to harvest the results of your advice. Time will tell.
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Former Senator Gomes. Let start by saying our prayers are with him Family. Ed watched me register my first 50 people to vote. Our families go back a long ways. He would call my mom has mom. Ed never want to be in politics. It was the late Charlie Tisdale that asked Ed to run for the City Council when Charlie ran for Mayor in the 80s. Ed and I start Out on the City Council together from 1981-85. He supported me in my run as City Council President. When I was going thought my situation in court in Hartford ,Ed took time off from the senate and came over to the courthouse and testify on my behalf. Rip soldier!
God knows best and he has other work for Ed. This is so hard for not only the family but for those who touch Ed during his life. As a kid I knew who Ed was but I didn’t have any contact with him, instead one of Ed’s younger brothers, Johnny Aranjo, was one of the kids I played with. I was on the executive board of the Bridgeport Brass union and we had just joined the Steelworkers of America and Ed was a staff worker for them and he was our representative in 1976 and that was our first meeting. Ed my mentor in understanding the union movement and in negotiations. I learn so much from Ed about unions, politics and life, if were in a group of other people I tell everybody that when I grow upthat I wanted to be just like Ed Gomes and would look at me and say, son you don’t want much in life and we all would laugh. Ed had integrity, he was a strong black man who was always a fighters for people. We had lunch earlier this year and it was fu just going over things and just listening to Ed.
May Ed’s memories be a blessing, thank you my brother.
I first met Ed Gomes in 1983 when we were both running on Charlie Tisdale’s slate. Over the years I’ve had the privilege of working with Ed on more campaigns and issues than I can count. Ed was a warrior, a person of great compassion and a friend. My deepest condolences go out to all of his family and to his many, many friends. Rest in peace Senator Gomes. I will miss you.
I am truly saddened at the passing of Senator Gomes. He was a strong advocate for the development of Bridgeport. He will be missed by many including me.
I was fortunate to see and talk with Ed at our local pharmacy a couple of weeks ago. He was cheerful — and smiling behind his medical mask — as we talked about some Bridgeport political history and assessed the city’s present and future prospects while waiting to pick up our prescriptions.
I think that it’s accurate to say that an awful lot of people from Bridgeport that knew Ed Gomes lost a friend today.
I sometimes didn’t agree with his legislative agenda, but I always agreed with his principles and his intentions for Bridgeport. He was fearless. A warrior. He was a role model of personal and political courage for urban activists.
I will miss Ed. I’m grateful for what he taught me of politics and activism during some memorable political adventures that I was fortunate to share with him and his cadre of urban activist-warriors. Those that were close to Ed will surely miss him dearly. This city will feel the loss of his political gravity.
I extend my sincere condolences to his family and friends, especially Bob Walsh and Marilyn Moore.
Rest in Peace Ed Gomes.
Rest in power Senator Gomes. It was an honor to call you a friend and learn so much about Bridgeport from you. The world was made better by your presence.
Today we lost a legend. Integrity at all cost will always be the legacy of Senator and Councilman, Ed Gomes. I met him in 1983 when we were first elected to the City Council. By our second term Ed, knowing me for only two years, used his might and votes to give me the honor and privilege of becoming Council. President. He never left me to face the many challenges that are inherent in politics. I learned and grew under his generous nature and I respected, admired and loved him to the end. We last talked the day before the accident and had plans to have lunch last week. Someday we’ll have that lunch, and I’ll get to see his infectious smile, and listen to his many stories. I love you Ed Gomes, and I’m blessed to have known you.
Amen. We shared some good late night sessions back in the day.
Another sad day for Bridgeport. Condolences to all of his family and friends. Thank you for your many years of service. May he rest in peace and may his memory be a blessing.
Condolences on Ed’s passing to his family – he was a true gentleman and a great person – warm and gregarious, but a true fighter for the average person. I am a better person for having known him.
God rest Ed’s soul.
We will miss your smart and active presence in our community. You can be totally at peace, though family and friends share much sadness at your passing. You encouraged many to become active and not depend on a few to do all the work in a democracy. Look to those young folks you worked with to harvest the results of your advice. Time will tell.
Rest in peace, Senator Gomes. BPT lost a warrior.
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Former Senator Gomes. Let start by saying our prayers are with him Family. Ed watched me register my first 50 people to vote. Our families go back a long ways. He would call my mom has mom. Ed never want to be in politics. It was the late Charlie Tisdale that asked Ed to run for the City Council when Charlie ran for Mayor in the 80s. Ed and I start Out on the City Council together from 1981-85. He supported me in my run as City Council President. When I was going thought my situation in court in Hartford ,Ed took time off from the senate and came over to the courthouse and testify on my behalf. Rip soldier!
Rip senator A true champion of Bpt.Ed always had Bpt. Interests first truly a man of great integrity
God knows best and he has other work for Ed. This is so hard for not only the family but for those who touch Ed during his life. As a kid I knew who Ed was but I didn’t have any contact with him, instead one of Ed’s younger brothers, Johnny Aranjo, was one of the kids I played with. I was on the executive board of the Bridgeport Brass union and we had just joined the Steelworkers of America and Ed was a staff worker for them and he was our representative in 1976 and that was our first meeting. Ed my mentor in understanding the union movement and in negotiations. I learn so much from Ed about unions, politics and life, if were in a group of other people I tell everybody that when I grow upthat I wanted to be just like Ed Gomes and would look at me and say, son you don’t want much in life and we all would laugh. Ed had integrity, he was a strong black man who was always a fighters for people. We had lunch earlier this year and it was fu just going over things and just listening to Ed.
May Ed’s memories be a blessing, thank you my brother.
I first met Ed Gomes in 1983 when we were both running on Charlie Tisdale’s slate. Over the years I’ve had the privilege of working with Ed on more campaigns and issues than I can count. Ed was a warrior, a person of great compassion and a friend. My deepest condolences go out to all of his family and to his many, many friends. Rest in peace Senator Gomes. I will miss you.
I am truly saddened at the passing of Senator Gomes. He was a strong advocate for the development of Bridgeport. He will be missed by many including me.
I was fortunate to see and talk with Ed at our local pharmacy a couple of weeks ago. He was cheerful — and smiling behind his medical mask — as we talked about some Bridgeport political history and assessed the city’s present and future prospects while waiting to pick up our prescriptions.
I think that it’s accurate to say that an awful lot of people from Bridgeport that knew Ed Gomes lost a friend today.
I sometimes didn’t agree with his legislative agenda, but I always agreed with his principles and his intentions for Bridgeport. He was fearless. A warrior. He was a role model of personal and political courage for urban activists.
I will miss Ed. I’m grateful for what he taught me of politics and activism during some memorable political adventures that I was fortunate to share with him and his cadre of urban activist-warriors. Those that were close to Ed will surely miss him dearly. This city will feel the loss of his political gravity.
I extend my sincere condolences to his family and friends, especially Bob Walsh and Marilyn Moore.
Going out on your shield… RIP, Ed.
Ed was a great human being. He will be missed by many! Rest in peace.
A real gentleman and a real man–his kind of strength is growing rare in our world. He never stopped fighting; may he rest in peace.