Sorry to report that I have heard from Dick Gilman's daughter that he passed away on February 24, 2018 at the age of 96.
Dick, "Mr. Gilman" to those of us who took Biology from him, was a fascinating character and quite the Renaissance man. After he left BHS, he went on to teach at a college in Moorpark (as did Marjorie Imbach, one of our English teachers). He'd always had an interest in agriculture and became a hands-on rancher raising avocados on acreage near Ventura where he lived with his wife, Dottie, and their children.
Dick maintained his intellectual curiosity throughout his long life and enjoyed sharing insights with those of us who were fortunate enough to have known him after the BHS years. Condolences and memories may be sent to the family c/o Claudia Gilman, 5284 Elmhurst, Ventura, CA 93003. There will be a memorial service in late-April, details not confirmed yet...
Mr. Gilman was a wonderful teacher and many of us have very special memories of him...Our condolences go out to his family. Thanks for everything you taught us, Mr. Gilman...God Bless...
The 1964 Burbank High School Yearbook was dedicated to Mr. Gilman.
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