Sumner N. Goldstein

Sumner Goldstein Obituary

Of Randolph, MA, formerly of Brookline, MA. Died at the age of 83 on August 29, 2007. Sumner is survived by sister Eleanor Sandler of Randolph MA, Nephew Jeffrey Sandler of Ft Lauderdale, FL, Nephew & Niece Bruce & Caren Sandler of Northampton, MA, Grand Nephews/Niece Matthew and Joseph Sandler and Eron Sandler. Sumner served during WW-2 with the 86th Black Hawk Division in Africa, Europe, Asia, & the Pacific. A decorated war hero, he received the Bronze Star for bravery above and beyond the call of Duty. He worked for the Boston Symphony Orchestra for many years. He loved Classical and jazz music, museums and the arts, being out in nature. Interment and a private ceremony will be at the Veterans National Cemetery in Bourne, MA. Those wishing to send condolences or information in memory of Sumner may do so in his guest books on-line at www.fjhiggins.com or www.legacy.com.

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 2, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Sumner Goldstein

11 Entries

Kizzy Getrouw

September 20, 2007

Sumner, we'll miss you very much.
Thank you for being an inspiration.

Ippei Inoue

September 15, 2007

Sumner,
When I saw you last time, you were drinking beer w/ Gordon at UNO's and you look so happy... I still cannnot believe you had passed away. You always talk funny stories, make us laugh and loved music so much. I'll never forget about you and your left side in Symphony Hall.
May you rest in peace.

Geoffrey Whitlock

September 5, 2007

I will remember Sumner as a person who knew something about everything; he taught me about topics ranging from philosophy to the Red Sox. The day I heard that we had lost him, I was just thinking about how much I was looking forward to starting up some more conversations with him. He will be sorely missed, but he is forever a part of my memories of Boston and Symphony Hall. We're all better for having known him.

Jennifer Psujek

September 5, 2007

Sumner,
You made Symphony one of the best jobs for a college student in the city. I will miss you're funny stories and opions about "kids these days". Your side of the hall will never be the same. Good Luck on this new journey.

Sid Guidicianne

September 5, 2007

Sumner you will truly be missed, you were one of the finest people (not to mention coolist) that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing, let alone work with. I thank you for your friendship, God Bless.

Jesse Schiff

September 4, 2007

Dear Sumner,

You were a one of a kind person in my life. I remember one night after work when a few of us went out for drinks and you said being around us college students made you feel like a kid again. I wouldn't have enjoyed or even remembered that night if you weren't there. You made me enjoy it.

In the end you've taught me people don't have to grow out of being young and silly. Thanks for always being yourself and doing what you wanted. I will do my best to always be myself, and I'll think about you every time I find it hard.

Rest in peace. I wish your spirit well on its journey.

Laura Piraino

September 4, 2007

Sumner,
Thanks for the fun times, laughs and good stories. Symphony hall will never be the same without you. You were loved by all and will be missed.
-Laura

Yuji Kano

September 4, 2007

Dear Sumner,

I still cannot beleive you are gone, and we made promise to see for opening night at symphony.

I wish I could play for the music.
Please stay warm at the heaven.

Yuji Kano

Sumner with Yuji kano, May 2006 symphony hall

September 4, 2007

Dan's Birthday at Symphony

Kathy Johnson

September 4, 2007

Sumner~
What a sweetheart you were to work with. Dan, Yuji, Lincoln, Ryan, Steph & Sam, Laura, Shadron and so many others loved to be on "your side" of the hall with you. Boy did we have fun with you! I can see you now play-fighting with Lincoln and having rubber-band flinging contests! Just as the beautiful statues line the upper balcony of Symphony Hall, we will all see you standing over at the door you favored. You were right, that is the best location to work! You had the best aisle too! Symphony Hall won't be the same without you. Your friendship will always be remembered. Thanks for sharing your peanut butter crackers with me. xo Kathy Johnson

bernard shulman

September 3, 2007

condolence from a boyhood friend and neighbor.

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