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Mr. John N. Gish, Jr.

Mr. Gish taught English and Journalism at Paramus High School from 1965-1972. From 1972-1981 he served as a curriculum consultant there.

April 21, 1937 - May 10, 2026

"I am very sorry to tell you that my uncle John Gish has passed away at the age of 89. He left us Sunday morning, May 10th. He was a kind, big-hearted gentleman who was witty, intelligent, and fought fiercely for human rights. He made a real difference in the world, making it a better place for so many. Below is his obituary which he wrote many years ago - a real tribute to a great life well lived. I love you Uncle Johnny. You are free from the pain and with your love, John Hanna."  —Victoria Gish

Key West, FL - Gay pioneer, John N. Gish Jr., died on May 10, 2026 in Key West, FL. Born in Peekskill, NY on April 21, 1937 Gish founded the Gay Teachers Caucus of the National Education Association (NEA) in July 1972 in Atlantic City, NJ. Earlier in 1971 Gish and his life-long partner, John M. Hanna II, founded the Gay Activists Alliance of New Jersey (GAANJ)...

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