Reading, Massachusetts
Nov 17, 1935 – Aug 3, 2016 (Age 80)
Andrew J. Goldy, Jr, a resident of Reading for 13 years formerly of Somerville where he resided for over 30 years, died August 3, 2016 at his home. He was 80 years of age. Andy was born in Amsterdam, New York on November 17, 1935 the son of the late Andrew J. Goldy, Sr. and Anna (Godell) Goldy.
Andy was most proud of the fact that he was ordained as a Deacon for the Arch Diocese of Boston at the Cathedral in Boston in 1996. He served as Deacon at St. Clement Church in Somerville/Medford from 1996-2010. He was a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree.
He was the beloved husband of the late Kathleen (Fitzgerald) Goldy. Cherished father of Donna K. McKinney and her husband Michael of Atkinson, NH; Stephen A. Goldy and his wife Carolyn of Reading; and Denise A. Pennucci and her husband David of Newnan, GA. He is also the loving grandfather of Andrea, Meghan, Patrick, CJ, Alanna, Autumn, Matthew, Annabelle and loving great grandfather of Ashlee and TJ.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, August 9 at St. Agnes Church 186 Woburn St. Reading at 10:30am. Burial to follow at Wood End Cemetery, Reading. Visiting hours will be held at the church on Monday from 4:00-8:00pm. Andrew was a veteran of the Korean War, U.S. Army.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Andy's memory to Peter Sanborn Place 50 Bay State Rd. Reading, MA 01867. For directions and online guest book visit johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com
Andy was a classmate of mine and a brother in Orders, ordained to the order of Deacon. He was a wonderful man and a very spiritual person. May he rest eternally in the peace of Christ. Deacon, Steven Murphy.
Deacon Steven Murphy
July 31, 2021 | Lawrence, MA | Classmate
To my Uncle Andy I think of you often, I know your family misses you ,I also know how blessed you are in heaven. Prayers from my heart
Janet Goldy Davis
July 30, 2021 | Family
to Andy Goldy: My Uncle, my boyscout leader, and my godfather - thank you for being there when it seemed no one else understood me. I will never forget your kindness. God Bless you -please say hi to my Mom
Kevin Driscoll
August 12, 2016 | NH
My deepest sympathies to all the Goldy family. Andy was a wonderful person
Mary Scannell
Marietta Ga
Mary scannell
August 07, 2016 | Marietta, GA
Deacon Andy, may you rest eternally and peacefully in the arms of our Savior Jesus Christ. You brother in Christ, Deacon Steven "96".
Steven Murphy
August 07, 2016 | Methuen, MA
I have so many wonderful memories of Andy! He was the kindest most generous man. We had many fun nights enjoying wine, cheese and crackers, music, and good conversation. Andy was someone I always could trust and confide in. We shared lots of laughs. I was so proud to know him and be his friend.
Meridith Jones
August 07, 2016 | Reading, MA
With deepest affection and sadness I want to extend my sympathy to Donna , Denise, Stephen and families...Uncle Andy was such a wonderful person. My heart breaks for you...he will be missed..Love and prayers to all of you Janet Goldy Davis...Niece
Janet Goldy Davis
August 06, 2016 | Jacksonville, FL
Dear Goldy Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for the loss of your wonderful Dad. God Bless. Ann and Charlie Affannato + family.
Ann Affannato
August 06, 2016 | Stratham, NH
This book of memories is to serve as a record of the services you entrusted to us. We hope it will help to preserve treasured memories and that we, in some small measure, have helped to ease your burden and bring you comfort.
John B. Douglass & John B. Douglass II
August 05, 2016 | Reading, MA