MARVIN LEE "GOOSE" GOSLIN
MARVIN LEE "GOOSE" GOSLIN
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MARVIN GOSLIN Obituary
Age 64, of Scott Township, passed away suddenly on October 12, 2013. Beloved husband for 24 years of Shelley (Massack) Goslin; cherished father of Jennifer Goslin; son of the late Rev. Lewis and Catharine (Griffin) Goslin; loving brother of Robert L. Goslin and brother-in- law of Tracy Boliver (Bruce), Jody Pudlowski (Ed), Laury Thomas (David), Dory Kania (Tim), Todd Massack (Joan), and Troy Massack (Alexandra); son-in-law of Jerry and the late Blanche Massack; and grandson-in-law of the late Elmer and the late Dorothy Gross; he is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Goose was a graduate of IUP, an avid sports fan, and a proud member of the "K-Team" for KDKA radio for 25 years, serving as the sports director/broadcaster. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). A service will be held in his honor on Wednesday at 11 a.m. View and send condolences at:
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KDKA FANS
December 1, 2024
We enjoyed the song at Christmas time on KDKA sung entirely by a French girls' choir. That's the only place ever that the Pittsburgh area heard that beautiful song. It was during the Cigna and Gosling era.
I know that you & Robert were partially French!
Happy birthday to Jesus!!!
Kober family
May 5, 2024
Church friend
April 28, 2024
Friends of your family
September 10, 2023
We're really happy that you're with Jesus.
Yesterday was Robert's birthday. The whole family misses you!
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September 4, 2022
We loved you and your family!
J. David Truby
October 8, 2020
I think of Marv a lot and as I am now into my 80s, figuring it won't be long until we will be able to try our Stand Up Comedy in Heaven. You're missed, my friend.
David Truby, Shelocta, PA and professor emeritus at IUP
Jillian Zinski
October 18, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Goslin family, especially Jen. May he rest in peace.
Lois Elder
October 18, 2013
I enjoyed working the Pittsburgh Marathon finish line with Goose for many years. At the station he used to drive me nuts with hockey trivia...but in a fun way! Whenever I went to Canada he had me search for a special hockey "baseball" cap...the Sherbrooke Phoenix was the most unique one I found for him. Always a smile on his face. Always made others smile. Loved his singing the US and Canadian National Anthems at hockey games. At his wedding his mom asked how I knew her son. I said, "I know Goose..." She interrupted to say, "His name is Marvin." Marvin. Goose. Mr. Goslin. You were a gem!
sherry wolf
October 17, 2013
my very good buddy for the past 4 years. you always put things into perspective for me. shelly and Jennifer he loved you guys so much and you both were part of our daily conversation. I will miss so much talking to you with that brilliant mind of yours. I will miss you buddy, such a loss of a great man
Ray Allen
October 16, 2013
Sympathy & kindest regards to the Goslin family & friends wherever they may be.
God bless 1 & all.
Take care.
So very many share so very many special memories.
Trent Griffith
October 16, 2013
When you listened to "The Goose" you were assured the sporting information was accurate and to the point...not slanted to the left or right but straight down the middle. Goose will be missed.
Roberta Eck
October 16, 2013
So very sorry He had a great voice,
Lee Hassinger
October 15, 2013
Admittedly, I did not know "Goose" Goslin were it not for his exceptional skill at delivering sports news to KDKA Radio's many listeners through the years. Since he retired, lots of skilled sports anchors have taken to the airwaves on "The Worlds First Radio Station", but, none can ever take "Goose's" place in the history of sports reporting. Thanks for the memories "Goose". My deepest condolences to his family and many friends.
October 15, 2013
So sorry for your loss, enjoyed listening to him on KDKA radio and TV, Our loss is Heaven's gain,Up there now with the rest of KDKA's family! God bless you and your family
Loretta Kish
October 15, 2013
My deepest sympathy to your family. May you rest peacefully in Our Lords arms..........
Carole Hardy
October 15, 2013
Great radio talent. My sympathies to his family and KDKA family, from a long, long, time listener.
Larry Richert
October 15, 2013
When I took over the KDKA Radio morning show after John Cigna retired in 2001, I was thrilled to have a chance to work with Goose as the morning sports anchor. It was an honor and has provided me with more than a few entertaining stories. My deepest sympathy to his wife Shelly and his daughter Jennifer. Sincerely, Larry Richert
Maria Wilkerson
October 15, 2013
My deepest sympathies go out to his family!! He was a great guy & hard worker!
October 15, 2013
I learned many things from Goose as a producer at KDKA. My thoughts and prayers are with the Goslin family.
Jason Kauffman
Jerry DiPaola
October 15, 2013
Smartest man in any room that he entered. Also the hardest-working. Everyone liked Goose. A life well-lived, albeit too short. My sincere sympathies.
Jim Wexell
October 15, 2013
Goose made me laugh so many times. I missed him since he escaped the media life some years ago. And I respected him so much for getting out when he could. Well-respected Norwin man.
October 15, 2013
Deepest sympathies....
Debby Becker Tahon
Dale Lolley
October 15, 2013
Goose was a true professional and one tremendous human being. He will be missed greatly.
John Duffy
October 14, 2013
Shelley and Jennifer,
Goose was always a good friend and colleague going back to his days at KQV and through his time on KDKA. Your husband and father will be greatly missed but there will always be the memories of the good times working side-by-side and enjoying a laugh or two along the way. My most heartfelt condolences.
Kent McElhattan
October 14, 2013
We loved worshipping with you and Shelley at Beverly Heights. You were such an inspiration and encouragement. What a loss, we miss you. God bless you and the family you loved so much.
Martha and Kent McElhattan
October 14, 2013
Goose...you will be missed! Another loyal member of the K-Team gone. Your banter with Dad was legendary. Your knowledge of hockey was amazing. I loved listening to you and Dad in the 80's and 90's. Deepest sympathy to your wife Shelley & family.
Tony Cigna
Mary Beth McCafferty
October 14, 2013
Dear Shelly and Jennifer I remember listening to Goose on KDKA as many of us did but we met in person when you made the bridesmaid dresses for my black and gold wedding back in August of 1995. Such a terrible loss for us who loved him on the radio and his beautiful voice at the Penguins' games too but more importantly sad for you and your wonderful family. We extend our sympathy and will continue to pray for you.
dorothy shelbaugh
October 14, 2013
Goose sat next to me at Northwood. I only knew him for a shortr time but he was so nice. Dorothy Shelbaugh
Al Cridge
October 14, 2013
Rip brother.
Al Cridge
October 14, 2013
Rip Goose. I listened to you for so many years and your voice will be sadly missed.
Chuck Rhodes
October 14, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear this. Goose was our sports director, anchor at WHTM-TV in Harrisburg, Pa. He lived briefly in my home while looking for a place when he started with us in 1978. We shared many great laughs and lots of baseball stories. And what a singing voice! He will be missed.
john ferguson
October 14, 2013
goose is kind to others and friendly. he also like to talk about sports nd sing too. I use to work with him at mcdonalds. rip goose. we will miss u.
Neil, Linda, Liz, Jake, Fran Volk
October 14, 2013
So devastating !
And yet so glorious!
October 14, 2013
Dearest Shelley and Jennifer
Our loss is Heavens gain, This is such a shock to us all. We know Marvin is in a better place, he will be forever in our hearts.
Jed Weisberger
October 14, 2013
Sorry to hear of the passing of an IUP friend and a passionate Pittsburgh sports fan who built a marvelous career at KDKA and elsewhere. Sympathy to his family and friends at this time of sorrow.
October 14, 2013
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy, Shelley. I enjoyed him on KDKA and loved how he spoke of his family......
Lynn Sasala
Dan Dunlap
October 14, 2013
So sad to hear of Goose's death. I had the pleasure of working with him when I was interning at KDKA and later at Renda Broadcasting. Goose always had a kind word and was a very thoughtful human being. My condolences to the family.
Goose and I sharing a mic and our usual banter
David Truby
October 14, 2013
Sad for us, but, Heaven will be brighter with him there. Goose was one of my first journalism students at IUP and will always remain an enjoyable and cherished friend. I regret we never got to do a long-ago-planned stand up comic routine; maybe the next time around...
Denny Scalese
October 14, 2013
To the Goslin family,
Goose was a nice man. I am very sorry for your loss.
October 14, 2013
Did some football games with "Goose" and still have some of his Oldies albums. It was a pleasure to have worked with and know him. Bill Otto, Indiana, Pa
October 14, 2013
very very sad to read this. i interned with Goose and worked with him for a number of years. deepest condolences. he was one of my favorite people and gave me a start in radio. he will be sorely missed.
Mark Turley
Tom Welch
October 14, 2013
Dear members of the Goslin Family,
A loss of a class act... a Pittsburgh kind of guy who loved the city and sports teams. Was a true professional in the field of communication. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Ann Pucci
October 14, 2013
My deepest Sympathy to Goose's family & friends. I had the pleasure of knowing Goose from McDonald's . I didn't know him well but he was a nice person , and liked to laugh. GOD must have needed him because he seemed healthy & ate healthy. My Prayers are with you (May the Gates of Heaven be Open to receive you) Your family May they find Comfort & Peace in this time of Loss, and his friends who knew his gentle Soul and kindness . Especially the folks at McDonald's , may you all find Peace knowing that Goose is with Our LORD GOD, and one day will all be reunited again .GOD'S BLESSINGS .
Disantis Jim
October 14, 2013
I came to the Burgh in 1976 and listened to Goose from KQV to KDKA...like Uncle Dougie he will be sadly missed.. a part of me is gone. He was so positive and humorous.
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