As the nation reflects on the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the Newport community and Rogers High School pause to remember Michael E. Gould, a beloved son of the city and a member of the Rogers High School Class of 1990.
Mike was an active and cherished figure at Rogers High. He excelled in baseball and tennis, and his love of the outdoors drew him to both surfing and skiing. Beyond his athletic pursuits, Mike’s true legacy lay in his generous spirit, infectious humor, and deep love for his family and friends. He was the kind of person whose warmth left a lasting impression on those around him.
After graduating from Rogers High School, Mike continued his education at Villanova University, where he pursued his passion for business. His career ambitions led him to Cantor Fitzgerald, a prestigious financial firm in New York City, where he worked as a securities trader. Tragically, Mike was one of the many lives lost in the attacks on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.
For the Rogers High School community, the loss of Michael Gould remains profound. In the aftermath of his passing, the Michael E. Gould Scholarship was established in 2002 as a way to honor his memory. Each year, graduating seniors at Rogers High hear Mike’s name spoken, ensuring that his legacy endures in the hearts and minds of future generations.
As Newport reflects on the events of that fateful day, the memory of Michael Gould stands as a reminder of the countless lives touched by kindness, generosity, and love—a reminder that even in the darkest of times, the light of those we lose continues to shine.
Those who would like to contribute to this scholarship please send donations to:
Rogers High School Alumni Association:
Michael E. Gould Scholarship
15 Wickham Road
Newport, RI 02840.
(Bruce Oliver, Mike Gould, Adam Conheeny, Scott Barnas, Jim Cawley)
Michael E. Gould loved little children, guitars, beautiful women, fast cars and Mountain Dew. He had them all, almost. “You opened his refrigerator, and there would always be Mountain Dew and leftover pizza,” said Jeff Anderson, his stepfather of 21 years.
Mr. Gould, 5-foot-11 and 260 pounds of muscle ‹ he was an avid body builder ‹ traded equities for the San Francisco branch of Cantor Fitzgerald until last June, when he was transferred to New York. On the West Coast, he roamed highways with his girlfriend, Vanessa Mills, in his silver BMW M5, which was fast “like a rocket ship,” Mr. Anderson said.
In his solitary moments, Mr. Gould played guitar; Les Paul was his hero. He had no children of his own, but he was waiting to produce some. In the meantime, he snuggled with the kids of Ms. Mills’s friends.
“But despite his strong, macho appearance, he called me every day,” said Kathie Anderson, Mr. Gould’s mother. “We just had a special connection. He confided in me everything, sometimes even more than I want to know.”
via NY Times 11/12/01
Rest in peace, old friend…
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