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Dorie Goldman Obituary
She was born in suburban Philadelphia, to Richard and Ruth Goldman. She fell in love with the Amherst area on a brief visit at age 9. It was to be a love that she carried with her all of her life.
After attending Hampshire College, she lived for many years in Northampton with intervals of travel around the U.S. It was at Hampshire College that she discovered the bicycle and the freedom it gave her to explore this valley and its surrounding hills.
In 1991 she met and married Peter Skott, a Danish visiting professor at the University of Massachusetts. She then lived in Denmark and traveled extensively for 10 years. In 1999 they had twin boys whom she corralled into being her companions on her almost continuous outdoor adventures. After a dozen years in Denmark, the family had the opportunity to return to Amherst. For Dorie, this meant a return to her real home; a place where everything she needed could be reached on foot or by bicycle.
Dorie rapidly became a fixture in the community as she pursued her lifetime passions of renaissance choral music in a variety of ensembles, and later, bread baking. She was known to many as 'The Bread Lady', baking and selling locally sourced sourdough breads that she delivered mainly on her bicycle, and later in her distinctive pedal/electric car.
Dorie was active in many community organizations in support of local agriculture and human powered transportation. After her divorce in 2012, she lived directly on the Robert Frost Trail in Amherst, which allowed her to spend almost every free moment in the Amethyst Brook Conservation Area. She had a vast knowledge of the land and its inhabitants, as she explored on and off trail, always becoming more intimate with the land around her.
Dorie is survived by her two sons, Eskil and Jakob; her parents Ruth and Richard of Sarasota, Florida; her brother Doug of Charlotte, North Carolina; her brother Evan of Lower Gwynedd, Pennsylvania; ex-husband Peter Skott of Amherst; and her companion Jonathan Weis of New Hampshire.
Her memory can best be served by walking and biking the wooded trails of western Massachusetts and supporting local agriculture and farmers markets.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorie Goldman
Rick Welcovitz
January 21, 2025
I remember Dorie from middle school. We were in Oliver together. She had a great smile and was always so much fun to be around! Miss her dearly. Rich Welcovitz.
John
January 21, 2023
Wow. 7 years.
Ruth Love Barer
January 21, 2023
I often think of Dorie especially when a person in the prime of their life leaves this earth. Dorie was a light that shone brightly. I can see her with her amazing bread in Kendrick Park. I often ride by, look to the right and think of her.
Indira Peterson
February 26, 2015
My husband, Mark, held back the news of Dorie's passing in January--I was away in India, and he thought it best to tell me in person on my return, yesterday. Very thoughtful, as is right for this truly tragic news.
I first saw/heard/met Dorie through her lovely, soaring voice and singing at an Early Music concert in South Hadley. I became a fan. I have heard her sing many times since-- always beautiful. I discovered Dories' baker side (and what a side it is) only when the South Hadley Farmer's Market opened, a few years back. Ever since the day Dorie set up her Backyard Bakery stall at the market, I would do my best to make it to the market, to pick up her wondrous Danish sour dough bread, the bread that has been Mark's and my staple every summer these many years. And I was one of those who rejoiced when Dorie received her beautiful green "ELF" velomobile. I can still imagine her pedalling her way on the notch and through the valley. Thank you, Dorie, for giving so generously of your many gifts--I will never forget the taste of your bread, which sustained us and gave us such deep pleasure. We will miss you, but you will be with us forever. Our deepest condolences to your loved ones.
Indira (and Mark) Peterson, South Hadley
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Paddington Matz
February 24, 2015
Hummm I have a few photos of Dorie from the 80s that I wanted to post , ...however the "copy" function works but not the"paste"... If anyone would like them emailed or texted email me at paddingtonmatz(at gmail dot com)
paddington matz
February 16, 2015
Oh dear oh my...the reality is truly settling in...as aweful as the occasion was...it was wonderful to hear and see so many Wonderful folks from the past as well as present and to "get" the wealth of people who had the great fortune to have been a part of Dories oh way way too short life! I see here that one can add photos and I found a few at my office this week of Doire in the 80s that I will try to post..i believe they are from a lcome and make your holiday gifts for family and friends party" that I had invited all of the staff to. We all made cookies, marbled paper, candles(?) orniments..(ie dyed clothes...there is a silly cute one of Dorie with a pointy bday party hat on..we all ate, drank and had a Jolly good time...with Dorie, it was hard not to have a good time. I had felt shy about speaking at Dorie's celebration of life last weekend, but felt I had to after hearing so many tid buts of stories from Dories time @ my restaurant..wild to think that I taught her how to make the dough for the pizzas and calzones..i remember her fascination with the whole yeast/rising process...and how wonderfully far she took her enchantment with flour, water and yeast..would love to hear more stories, I adored Eskils bit about how he would feel about coming home to see his mother and it was likened to how one feels seeing their teachers out of school..i hope I didn't botch up in the retelling of how wonderfully Eskil put it..!ut the clear message I got is how magical and wonderus his mom, our dear sweet Dorie IS and will always be...and how lucky we all felt to have her in our lives. oh Dor, I feel you..you will forever be alive in my heart Love, Paddington please feel free to reach me @ 212.227.2252 or at paddingtonmatz(atgmaildotcom)
Ruth and Don Katzner
February 16, 2015
Dear Eskil and Jakob,
You were the apple of your mother's eye. We will miss Dorie's energy which came from loving you guys so much. We send our deep thoughts of sadness to you and your family as we remember Dorie's many strengths.
Jonathan Weis
February 15, 2015
I can hardly say how moved I have been to read these messages. I do not have words to say what Dorie meant to me or what I have lost, what we have all lost. It would be wonderful to hear from anyone who has stories or reminiscences and would like to write. Time goes by, but nothing eases; I can never imagine a world without Dorie.
Johanna Swartzentruber
February 14, 2015
Beloved Dorie, singing companion, source of bread and fun, inspiration and strength, I will continue to miss you terribly as we all try, unimaginably, to go on without you. Heartfelt condolences and prayers for your family and loved ones--so many hearts are breaking along with theirs.
February 14, 2015
Our condolences to Dorie's family. She is remembered as a wonderful friend who found beauty and happiness in family, music, and nature
Steven, Daniel, Rachel, Susan and Martin Altschuler from Wallingford, PA
Kenneth Bozek
February 9, 2015
Good bye, Dorie. I'll miss you. I'll think about you every time I go to the Farmers Markert.
February 9, 2015
Dorie was frequently my neighbor at the Kendrick Park Farmer's Market in Amherst, and a fellow vendor also at the Amherst Winter Framer's Market. On occasions our paths would cross for conversations. She was a beautiful person in life, a great example of healthy and responsible living. Now, her spirit will be with us every time we think of her, to inspire us with those same important themes. I fell sadness about the way she died, and about the journey ahead for all her close family- however I also know that there is a great deal of strength, perseverance, and independence among you, facing this circumstance together. Wishing you all the best,
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Hammond
February 5, 2015
I met Dorie and her sons while I was a member of the choir at South Congregational Church in Springfield. A wonderful woman and a beautiful soul. I will miss her distinctive alto voice. May she rest in peace and her family be filled with joy for having known her. Shalom, Elizabeth H. Jenkins from Springfield, MA
Alison Kiraly
February 5, 2015
I knew Dorie through the group Cantabile. Every time she performed at an event at the Renaissance Center, she was always so kind and talented and joyous and smiling. Over the years I enjoyed getting to know her better - then of course I'd see her around town and always shared a smile and a chat. I only heard of her passing just yesterday and am heartbroken. Words really are failing me as I type this. When I walk in the woods and when the tender green leaves of spring emerge this year, I will think of her and honor her vibrant memory. Peace, song, remembrance.
Andrew Martin
February 4, 2015
So sorry, I made a typo on the date of the memorial. Not Sunday January 8, but Sunday, February 8.
Robert Shycon
February 3, 2015
Dorie served on the board of Mass Bike - Pioneer Valley Chapter for several years, working for bicycle advocacy and bike safety. She was a pleasure to work with, and of course, brought wonderful breads to our meetings. Everyone on the board sends their condolences to her entire family.
I love the photo the paper showed, with Dorie selling breads from her bike trailer / display table. Both her good nature and her commitment to bicycling are very evident. The final sentence of her obituary says so much about how she meshed her beliefs with her life: "Her memory can best be served by walking and biking..."
Robert Shycon
Boardmember, Mass Bike - Pioneer Valley
Laura Larson
February 3, 2015
I was heartbroken to hear the news of Dorie's passing. We were dear friends in high school. Her energy, wit, and creativity brought so much light into my life. I send my love to her family and everyone who was privileged to know her.
Jan Dyberg
February 3, 2015
Very sad to hear and read about the death of Dorie. Her and Peters two sons, Eskil and Jacob, often played with our daugther when visiting the cohousing community Sol og Vind in Denmark and we feel very sorry for your loss.
Andrew Martin
February 2, 2015
Peter just passed on an email that there will be a memorial service for Dorie at the Jewish Community of Amherst, Sunday January 8 at 11am. It may be best to call to confirm. 413-256-0160
Birgitte Horst & Svend Juul
February 2, 2015
Dorie, with Eskil, Jakob and Peter, lived with us in the cohousing community Sol og Vind in Denmark during 2001 to 2003. In the following years Dorie and her family visited us several times and some of us have visited them in Amherst. We remember Dorie as very energetic, very present, with a big smile and with a beautiful voice. We are so sad to hear about the tragic accident. Eskil, Jakob and Peter: We are very sorry for your loss.
From Sol og Vind:
Reynir Einarsson
February 2, 2015
As the news of this terrible tragedy reached our families, our hearts were instantly filled with sorrow. In loving memory of a wonderful person, we will love you and miss you always. We offer our deepest condolences to all her family, especially Rich, Ruth, Doug, Evan, Jakob, Eskil and Peter.
Our families have been friends since 1966 and we all have watched Dorie grow to be a talented, kind, healthy and very spirited woman, following her believes and ambition. She was truly a child of the nature and healthy living. We will cherish the memory of her, for the rest of our lives. May God give her family strength in this difficult time. On behalf of the Baldvinsson family; Einar, Runa and my brothers, Oskar and Baldvin and Reynir.
Tanya Rudenjak
February 1, 2015
A lovely human & soul. I miss you. I was just going to invite you to my birthday party today and before I called you I got a call to say you had an accident.
My heart goes out to your family. Your boys. If your family needs any help please message me. I lost my mother when I was young. She was 46. I know the heartbreak. If there is anything I can do to help I am here. Love [email protected]
Tammy Wilkie
February 1, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the Goldman family from an NP classmate of Dorie's.
Marisa Brown Ludwig
January 31, 2015
Dorie, we were very different personalities, but when we sang together, people would say they didn't know where one of our voices began and the other ended. I've never had that kind of connection with anyone else. The Hildegard von Bingen chant we sang at South Church Springfield years ago still echoes in my mind. I will hear your voice whenever I sing. So spunky and high energy, so alive and observant, you sparkled. I am so shocked and sad that you are gone.
Rest in peace!
Jen Dolan
January 31, 2015
First and foremost Dorie was a mom who loved her boys with all her heart. Her sons would make any mother proud as I'm sure she must have been.
Peace, Jen Dolan
Paul and Marcelle Lipke
January 31, 2015
We've sung and played instruments along side Dorie over many years. Our hearts go out to family, friends and all those who feel this tragic loss.
Shannon Larkin
January 30, 2015
I sang with Dorie in college, as part of the early music collegium. I was delighted to sing with her again with the Arcadia Players. Dorie was talented, funny, and kind. Although honest, I don't think I ever heard her say anything negative about anyone. That just wasn't her energy. She was also the first person I knew to drink tea from a mason jar, which I picked up and continue to this day.
January 30, 2015
So sad to see you gone but highly respect that you left the planet on the trail, doing what you loved most. I will miss your wonderful breads & pastries served with your smile.God bless you hiking in heaven and of course those you leave behind may they be comforted. Blessings, Lori Saleem
Tim Holcomb
January 30, 2015
Dorie lived local economy. I always looked forward to visiting her in the market. I enjoyed the love she shared through her craft, her knowledge, her passions and her down right neighborliness. They will be eating well in Heaven.
Andrew Martin
January 30, 2015
Dorie was my girlfriend many years ago and then remained my friend as she created a very special kind of life and had two beautiful children. More than a few people have described Dorie as a force of nature, and that's as close as I ever came to really understanding her. When she smiled, it was with her whole heart and when she set out to do something, there was no stopping her. She was gentle and good. She cared about other people and about the world, and she had a tremendous energy that in my mind's eye is somehow a lot like laughter. I feel so deeply for the Goldmans and for her boys - if you're reading this, I want you to know how terribly, terribly sorry I am for your loss and for ours, the other people that she touched. Knowing her was a gift. What a wonderful person she was to have so many of us who loved her.
John Mitchell
January 30, 2015
We all loved Dorie for her spirit. Her crazed sense of independence mellowed over the years. When I last spoke with her, after the death of Adam Greene last year, we were both devastated. But Dorie was also enthusiastic, as always: she was in love. As always, there were missed opportunities to see each other that I now regret. Eskil and Jakob, if you read this, know that your Mom was loved by many, many people.
Paddington Matz
January 30, 2015
If anyone knows an address for Peter, Eskil and Jakob or Jonathan... I have some photos of Dorie when she was pregnant that I am happy to send to you love, Paddington
Patty Brennan
January 29, 2015
Dorie was truly inspirational... she followed her heart and her convictions. She was one of the strongest women I have ever met, not just her body, but her spirit. I loved her warm hugs and childish smile. I will miss miss her terribly, and I wish all her family some solace in the knowledge that she was so loved by those who knew her.
Robby Roiter
January 29, 2015
Dorie was such a beautiful, caring being, always a joy to encounter- may her spirit continues to be an inspiration & blessing. My deep prayers go out to her family & loved ones.
Elisabeth
January 29, 2015
I had met Dorie a couple of times as a fellow baker and always appreciated her presence and beauty. Unbeknownest to me, I had watched her two sons bike every day to school, no matter the weather, and I always wondered about their parent(s). I wondered what they said, or didn't say, that promoted in these two boys a sense of adventure and toughness. Now I can put those pieces together and send out healing energy to all who knew and loved Dorie.
Peg Byrne-Sweeney
January 29, 2015
I have great childhood memories of Dorie and her family. We lived near each other and spent a lot of time together. She was a great friend. I'll always remember her infectious enthusiasm for the outdoors and animals. My heart goes out to her family and friends.
Walter Holemans
January 29, 2015
I graduated from Nether Providence High School With Dorie. I fondly remember the summer with her before college with her friends from NP and Swarthmore. I am so glad to hear she lived as well as that summer suggested she would. Thank you Dorie.
Meryl Mandell
January 29, 2015
How can someone with so much life be gone? I knew Dorie through Baystate Bike Week, then through her bread making, and she always had a ready smile and welcoming word. What a sad and devastating loss for not only her family, but the whole community. She was a part of so many activities, and expressed great excitement when she spoke about Jonathan and her kids. My heart goes out to the whole family. I will always have very fond memories of Dorie.
Christian Kvium
January 29, 2015
We light a candle for Dorie. She was our friend and fellow in the Kamma Baroque Choir, when she and her family lived in Denmark. She was bright, talented, lively, funny, and a wonderful singer. Her untimely death is a loss to all of us who knew her. Our deepest sympathy with her boys, Eskild and Jacob, and with their father, Peter.
Inge Madsen
Kirsten Bentzen
Christian Kvium
Rich Welcovitz
January 29, 2015
Dorie and I were in high scholl together, fond memeories of her in plays that we were in together. Oliver, especially , my deepest sympathies to her Family, she was an amazing spirit and had a beautiful smile.
Barbra Maguire-West
January 29, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to all of Dorie's family, from a former Sproul Estate neighbor.
January 28, 2015
My sympathy to family and friends- I will sing, hike and bake to celebrate her life.
Lynn Grabowski
January 28, 2015
One of the first times I talked to Dorie she whipped out a peek of her underwear (blue of course) as we discussed what we wore riding our bikes. We were standing in Town Hall in Amherst, prior to one meeting or another. Such was her spontaneity. Whether it was a Rail Trail meeting, Public Transportation and Bicycle Committee, Bike Week, or the excitement of getting her Elf, Dorie tirelessly advocating for so many things in the Amherst area, for the benefit of everyone.
Thank you all for sharing your memories and kind words here.
Dorie, I hope you were having a great day on Sunday.
John Goldsborough
January 28, 2015
I met Dorie at a Pa. regional choral festival we sang in during high school. We dated for a while after that, sharing a love of hiking, biking, and singing. After college, we lost touch but reconnected on Facebook & email about a decade ago and had corresponded since. It was clear she was still one of the most vibrant, passionate, and marvelous people I have ever known. My deepest sympathy to all her family.
January 28, 2015
It was always an "UP" chatting with Dori as I bought her delicious bread every week at the Farmer's market--and watched her wheeling her small green bicycle/car through the Amherst traffic,and on, with such high spirits. To my surprise, when I went to Handel's Messiah this year, there was Dori singing her heart out with great joy. I will always think of her as such a fun-loving, friendly and creative person--it is painful to think that she has so suddenly gone. My heartfelt sympathies go out to her children, her partner, and her extended family and friends. Bella
Renee Sparkler/Goodman
January 28, 2015
My deepest sympathies to Dr and Mrs. Goldman, Doug and Evan. Love Renee Sparkler Goodman and whole Sparkler family.
Eric Milstein
January 28, 2015
Dorie and I grew up in the same neighborhood and played together as children. I will always remember her as an extremely sweet-natured and talented person. May her memory be a blessing.
Keith Davis
January 28, 2015
I met her briefly and she glowed with energy and enthusiasm; an inspiring light that will live on. My heart-felt sympathies to her family and companion. May you find comfort in her spirit.
Patricia Larkin
January 28, 2015
Free spirit-kind person-great singer- gone too soon!
Road biking with Dorie
Peter Kumble
January 28, 2015
Dorie and Peter were my neighbors in Amherst. We shared many meals together and I enjoyed the inventive and creativeness of their boys. Dorie introduced me to mountain biking and hiking in the dense and protected forest of Ameerst. She was like a little elf to behold in how she would run and scamper around trees, across the brooks, up and down the mountains. I was a great fan and supporter of her bread business from the beginning. I will miss her enthusiasm for like and the twinkle in her eyes. Loosing friends and loved ones is terribly painful. When it comes as unexpected as this, with the loss of Dorie, the sting is much worse. God speed.
January 28, 2015
I remember Dorie as a kind, funny free spirit and a great singer of early music. She brightened rehearsals of the 5 college Collegium
vicki williams
January 28, 2015
I met Dorie back in the eighties while working at Paddington's. She was a kind and caring woman, full of life. Years later, I ran into her in Northampton and could see the same spark and I had seen so many years before. What a a sad loss.
Beth Mann
January 28, 2015
We am so saddened to learn about Dorie's passing. Dorie was my cousin, named after my dearest deceased mother Doris Silverman, who I lost when I was 15. May both their souls rest in peace. And may her sons and her parents, my Aunt Ruth and Uncle Rich, know how sorry we are for their loss.
marjorie levenson
January 28, 2015
dorie was one of the nicest,generous, sweet, and accomplished woman i have known. she was truly one of those people who attracted friends and admirers due to her many strengths. i wish her sons and family only the best and hope they know what a wonderful impact she made on those of us who knew her.
Lori
January 28, 2015
So sorry to hear of this untimely loss. Dorie seemed so full of life. I admired my little cousin.. may she RIP and may the family find peace and solace in time and enjoy memories of her.
James Doiron
January 28, 2015
She seem to Love the Amherst area and her exploring of our God given resources of the wilderness.The area where she hikes in Massachusetts is special to me also. Just her Love for life is so wonderful and enlighting.And the Love that she had for peddle bikes is also very special.There are many special places in Western Mass., as my old hometown Hatfield.
Lisette Carbonaro Jones
January 28, 2015
I was a high school classmate of Dorie's we are all shocked and sadden to hear of her passing, may she rest in peace knowing she was loved by so many!
Ellen Snyder
January 28, 2015
I want to express my condolences to Dorie's family and friends. Peace and healing to all.
Annelise Dyhr
January 28, 2015
A candle lit in memory of an inspiring, kind, sweet, extremely musical fellow-alto in The Kamma Choir, Aarhus, Denmark.
Shari Abbott Mike Malone
January 27, 2015
We are also writing to express our heartfelt sadness. We have known Dorie and her family since the boys were little, and always found delight in her energy, her passions, her bread, and her honest self-reflections. We pray and send warm thoughts to Eskil, Jakob, Peter and Jonathan, as well as to all the friends and family whose world Dorie lit up.
Elise
January 27, 2015
I will miss seeing you powering your little bread car around town and miss your smile in greeting people at All Things Local.
Merle Bruno
January 27, 2015
Our hearts go out to Dorie's family and many many friends. She was a shining presence and brought her warmth and strength to so many of us--it's so hard to believe she is gone. We are very stunned and sad. Pete Vincent and Merle Bruno
paddington matz
January 27, 2015
Heartbroken and reeling...on Sunday I found a box of old photos and pulled out 3 of Dorie that she had sent me while pregnant...then Monday I was telling a friend that I once bought a Chevy chevette from an old college pal turned awesome baker in my Northampton restaurant"Paddington's"...only to find out hours later of Our losing Dorie... I can feel you sweet dear old friend! Loved our early AM swims at Hampshire together before opening the restaurant ??you!
Jean Schwartz
January 27, 2015
I feel stunned and saddened in hearing of the untimely loss of Dorie. She will be remembered by me as an inspiration to follow your passions and dreams and to live life according to to your principles. Dorie gave big hugs, strong and firm and enveloping which belied her small size. Her Danish Rye bread was tangy and terrific. I will remember Dorie and my husband John working in our driveway to perfects her Elf's capacity to transport and display her bread. She will be both missed and remembered. My thoughts are with Jonathan and her family.
Gabrielle & David Roach
January 27, 2015
Our hearts are truly broken. Please know our prayers and kind thoughts are with Dorie's boys and loved ones right now.
Krista Oesterling Rising
January 27, 2015
As Sarah said, I just Can't. Believe. Dorie's. Gone. How is it that so many of the best people seem to die so young? I knew Dorie through her wonderful bread - delicious, as well as completely sustainable - I ride my bike a lot, but I often marveled at how she found the time to source local ingredients, make the bread, deliver and sell it by the power of her own pedalling, and raise two teenaged boys, either of which is a challenge in itself. And I hoped to hear her sing sometime soon. I related to her as a mother and a bicyclist, but I never set such an amazing example for my children. I want her boys to know that she loved you, and was proud to see you grow and become independent, even while worrying about you as a mother of teenagers does. It's not easy to be the son (or daughter) of someone who insists on doing things the right way, of resisting the car and consumer culture in which we live, but always with a smile. I hardly knew her, but I counted her as a friend, always ready with a smile and a hug. She loved her boys and she knew they loved (love) her. Had Dorie lived to be 100, she would never have gotten old. My best to her boys and her other loved ones - I hope you will find the strength and support to get through this difficult time.
Sigrid Miller Pollin
January 27, 2015
I am so deeply saddened . I can so vividly see her peddling through Amherst to deliver her bread. And,of course, her beautiful face and smile that spoke hugely about her love of being outdoors.I send love to her family.
Andra Rose
January 27, 2015
It's shocking news that Dorie, who lived so many lives, is gone. I knew her as a parent at Fort River, then at Gold's gym. Later, I enjoyed our conversations while picking up warm sourdough challah at her house then at Many Hands CSA. We spoke about doing what we loved even though it didn't turn out to meet the expectations we were raised with. And then, I was astounded to hear her beautiful voice in a concert with one of her small ensembles. So many talents and loves in one life.
Tracey Lauder
January 27, 2015
My heart goes out to Dorie's family and friends - especially her son's and the special community that is Ward Street
Ruth Love Barer
January 27, 2015
I am saddened to hear the news about Dori. She was a part of the fabric of this community and she will be dearly missed. My heartfelt condolences go out to her family.
Mary Booth
January 27, 2015
My deepest sympathies to Dorie's family and friends.
January 27, 2015
I am so sad. I will miss her impish presence at the Farmer's market, her beautiful singing voice on stage, and the times we simply bumped into each other in town, as we did last week. And of course..her bread, one loaf of her Danish rye still on my refrigerator. My heart goes out to all her loved ones.
Becky Carroll & Linda Spink
January 27, 2015
We are in shock. How I will miss Dorie's singing, which I could hear in my own house during open-window weather. Missing neighborly chats, talking about running, "running" into each other on the trails and roads. And how our hearts go out to the boys and to Jonathan! Dorie is already so missed!!!
Carol Hutter
January 27, 2015
I am in total shock. Dorie will be sorely missed by all of us who worked and shared music with her and her wonderful voice. I will never ever forget her.
Charles Page
January 27, 2015
Dorie was a wonderful musician, and it was always a privilege to work with her. She will certainly be missed. My condolences to her family and friends.
January 27, 2015
deepest condolences from a friend from denmark,
Dorie before a bike ride, Cherry St ca. 1988
Bambi Gauthier
January 27, 2015
I lived with Dorie before she relocated to Denmark. Her commitment to social justice and her constant interest in biking inspired me.
She worked on the defense for the Ohio 7 Trial and I came to understand the deep roots of her sense of social justice. We spent many a fun evening on Cherry St. with our motley crew of housemates.
My fondest memory of Dorie was from her days working at Paddington's in Northampton where she made a wicked calzone.
My sympathies to her family and friends.
Emma
January 27, 2015
I was privileged to sing in the 5-College Early Music Collegium with Dorie for several years. She had a luminous voice and presence.
First day with her ELF.She was so excited to show me!
January 27, 2015
Rob Crowner
January 27, 2015
Dorie was one of my favorite people in Amherst even though I hardly knew her - just a great person. I'll miss seeing her and her bike very much.
Elsie Adoboe
January 27, 2015
My heart hurts. Dorie was a strong soul with the biggest smile I've ever seen. I will miss your laughter . My heart goes out to her family .
- Elsie
Ipek Kursat
January 27, 2015
Dorie had a huge heart and spirit in her petite form. I loved looking across the Amherst Wednesday Market, and later the Winter Market, and seeing her there, surrounded by the bounty of her breads. Keep walking in the light, Dorie. I will miss you.
Kerstin Becker
January 27, 2015
I'm deeply saddened to pass along the news that Dorie H Goldman has passed away suddenly. I sang with her in the Five College Early Music Collegium for at least 10 years. She was an incredibly gifted musician who could sight-read anything. She had a fantastic sound and ear and always was very precise and accurate and paid close attention to all musical details. This is deeply upsetting.
Marie Webber
January 27, 2015
Doris's energy, enthusiasm, cheerful nature, and beautiful singing voice will be sorely missed. My heartfelt condolences to her sons, the rest of her family and her partner.
Tunzala Eynula
January 27, 2015
You will be missed
Brit Albritton
January 27, 2015
Dorie would bike twenty miles in the rain to deliver her bread to a CISA, and hardly complain. As a singer, her voice was pure, sweet and precise; her love of music infectious. Even at fifty she had a childlike quality in the best sense of the word - open, warm, lively, and capable of wonder. We are shocked, and miss her terribly.
Virginai schnurr
January 27, 2015
We so enjoyed Dorie as a neighbor and a fellow walker on the Frost Trail. Life is so brief we are grateful for her time with us
Dan and Virginia Schnurr
Harley Erdman
January 27, 2015
So sad to hear this. Dorie brought so much vibrancy and honesty to the opera, Garden of Martyrs, through which I got to know her; and I loved talking with her during rehearsal breaks. There was something special about her, charmed; she had a glee, an innocence, a puckish manner, that seemed ageless and timeless. She also had a deep kindness. I also remember her remarkable anecdotes of bicycling to New Hampshire in the snow: what a spirit! My heart is heavy today for all who knew her and loved her.
greg schwartz
January 27, 2015
oh dorrie, i was just starting to get to know how really terrific you were, i think not only is your bread the best, and you ere soon to be a very successful entrepreneur my sympathy to your friend who i met at the kendrick farmers market when i was checking out your awesome bike, and to your family who i didnt get to meet.
Bob Pollin
January 27, 2015
We are devastated by this news of Dorie's passing. With her bread, bicycle, singing voice, and her boys, she was a beautiful community fixture. I am thinking now of her great solo parts at Handel's Messiah, with the Arcadia Players.
Stephanie & Jonathan O'Keeffe
January 27, 2015
Our hearts are broken. Wishing strength and peace to her family and Jonathan.
2Kings 20:5 Psalm 83:18
January 27, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sarah Metcalf
January 26, 2015
How can Dorie possibly be gone? It's hard to think of anyone more alive. A wonderful, skilled musician, a person of sttength and conviction. Fearless. Admirable. A great loss to our community. I can't imagine Collegium without her.
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