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Colleen Goldsack Obituary
AGE: 63 • Somerset
Colleen (Madden) Goldsack, 63, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at The Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY following a long illness.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 40 years (The Hon. Canon) John Wood Goldsack; two devoted children, Dorothy-Jane Colleen Goldsack Porpeglia (Theodore) and Kevin Grant Goldsack (Hugh Graham, and companion Michael Athanasatos); two cherished grandchildren, Grace-Ann Colleen & Amelia-Hope Helene Porpeglia; an adoring sister, Aileen Gaumond; a loving niece, Stephanie Gaumond; two dedicated nephews, Justin Gaumond and Timothy Hussey; and a dedicated sister-in-law, Caryle Steggall. She was cherished by her family and many friends.
Born in Oneonta, NY while her father attended Hartwick College, Colleen spent the majority of her life in NJ, before returning to her birth State of NY this summer for the final stage of her life. She met her husband through choir tour while they were both students at Hartwick. Her daughter continued the tradition, also graduating from her Alma Mater. Following her college graduation, Colleen taught high school mathematics for many years before retiring in the mid-1980s to raise her two children. Always a teacher, Colleen continued to tutor and was a Girl Scout leader for several years. Earlier in her life, she was an avid sportswoman and enjoyed her travels to Mexico and Europe. Colleen enjoyed music, writing poetry and letters, photography and many other creative endeavors, as well as time at Green Pond and Lake Hopatcong with family, and time at the beach watching sunrises and sunsets.
A musical memorial service will be held at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 10 North Main Ave. at the corner of Madison, Albany, NY, on Friday, November 11, 2011, at 6:00 p.m. The family will receive friends and relatives beginning at 5:30 p.m., and again immediately following the service until 8:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at her NJ parish home, St. John's Episcopal Church, 158 West High Street, Somerville, NJ on Saturday, November 12, 2011, at 2:00 p.m., with a repast immediately following. A private interment of her ashes will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hartwick College, One Hartwick Drive, Oneonta, NY 13820; Operation Respect, 2 Penn Plaza, 20th Floor, NY, NY 10121; or the U.S. Figure Skating Memorial Fund, 20 First Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80906. To leave the family a message please visit sbfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Colleen Goldsack
Beth Ruwet
November 17, 2011
Dear John,Dorthy-Jane and Kevin,
I just heard of Colleen's passing from Jill. I am so sorry we were not able to come to the service and honor your family. The years have gone by but Colleen was always faithful to catch us up at Christmas. I know these last few years have been hard and I pray for her rest from her struggles. My sincere sympathies. Love Beth
Peggy Cowan
November 16, 2011
Dear John, Dorothy-Jane and Kevin,
We were so sad to hear the news about your wonderful wife and mother. Remembering our days back on Raccoon Island, your family was always a good and strong example of what family should be. You are in our hearts during this very difficult time. Love, Peggy and Mike Cowan
Karen Alboum
November 15, 2011
To th family,
I am so sad to hear of Mrs. Goldsack's passing. She was my geometry teacher at Watchung Hills in 1984. She will always be remembered as such a caring and dedicated teacher, truly one of a kind. My thoughts are with your family.
-Karen Voso Alboum
Nancy Grossweiler
November 15, 2011
To the family,
I had Mrs. Goldsack as my Algebra I teacher at Watchung Hills Regional back in 1972-73. She was a wonderful & caring teacher, one of the few I remember because of her dedication.
God Bless,
Nancy Bootsic Grossweiler
Jill North
November 14, 2011
Dear John, Dorothy Jane and Kevin,
I just learned of Colleen's passing. I am so very sorry and wish to extend my condolences to each of you. I have many fond memories of our times together at Lake Hopatcong when we were kids John. Those memories continued when we both raised our children on the Island as well. Legacy is a wonderful thing and having us all there for those years continues to be a treasured memory for me. I am glad to have known Colleen and I trust she is in God's hands well beyond the pain and suffering I know she endured. My love to you all, Jill
ken marshall
November 13, 2011
Dear John...
Janice and I are saddened to hear of Colleen's passing. Our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Janice and Ken Marshall-SHS'65
November 13, 2011
Dear John and Family....
Jeff and I were so sorry to learn of Colleen's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fran Sills (Naples, FL)
Linda Caldwell
November 12, 2011
Dear John, Dorothy-Jane, Kevin and family,
So sorry to hear about Colleen. She was a lovely lady and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fondly,
Linda and Brent Caldwell
November 11, 2011
Dorothy-Jane, Ted, Grace-Ann, and Amy- Hope,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom and grandmother. It sounds like she led a wonderful and inspirational life. Please know we're thinking of you during these difficult days. Joe, Christy, Hannah and Abby.
Margaret Agin
November 11, 2011
Colleen was a special friend. We laughed and cried together. We could always pick up where we left off even if it was months since we saw each other. She was such a creative person and loved her family dearly. God knew it was time to bring her home but wish she could have had more time with us. Our hearts go out to you at this sad time.
The Agin Family
November 10, 2011
Dorthy Jane, Ted, John and the kids,
We are so sorry for your loss. Its never easy to lose a loved one but the memories will live on forever. Think of her often and smile.
The Serian Family
Frank & Mariann Pasquale
November 10, 2011
To John & Family we want to convey our sincere condolences at this time of your loss . GOD be with her and also with you and family.
Sherry/Jim Landis
November 10, 2011
Dear John, Dorothy-Jane and Kevin,
We are very sorry for your loss. Colleen was a wonderful person - I still can't believe she is gone. I will never forget all the good times we shared on Mali Drive/Ivy Place. She was always there for me - in good times and bad. Thanks for being a good friend. Colleen may you rest in peace - until we meet again.
Mary Ann Chevalier
November 10, 2011
For the years when Colleen taught at Watchung Hills we were colleagues. It was always fun to spend time with her. A favorite highlight was the year she returned pregnant with Dorothy-Jane and the little shower we had at school. My sincere condolences go out to all of you at this time.
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