CLIFFORD-GOLDMAN-Obituary

CLIFFORD A. GOLDMAN

Newark, New Jersey

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Clifford A. Goldman New Jersey state treasurer in the Byrne administration Clifford A. Goldman, the New Jersey state treasurer from 1976 to 1982 and a principal architect of the Byrne administration's school finance reform package that led to adoption of the State's first income tax...

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Cliff devoted his life to public service, the old-fashioned American type characterized by intellectual honesty, ethical behavior, selflessness, and concern for the less fortunate. New Jersey was a better place with Cliff as Treasurer.

Irene, Daniel, and Paul,

We are sincerely sorry for the loss of Clifford, a father, husband, and respected individual, with friends throughout New Jersey.

May God bless you in the difficult times ahead, with your needs, strength, and encouragement. Cliff was a valuable resource to New Jersey and will be greatly missed.

We are always available as your neighbor, should you need anything.

Dear Irene

Mona & I are deeply saddened to learn of the passing over of dear Clifford (it's a privilege to have known such a great person) and, while we are painfully aware that no words can adequately comfort you and your family in this great loss, we do want to extend our sincere heartfelt condolences and symapathies.

May God ease Clifford's onward journey; and may God give you strength and courage to bear this loss, and to continue doing good works with the same dignity and...

In an area of public affairs that too few people pay attention to, Cliff was a beacon of intelligence and integrity. His impact lives on.

Jon Shure

So sorry to read of this loss to the family. The strength from God can sustain you through this difficult time. May loving memories bring you a measure of comfort.

Dear Irene and family,
On behalf of the staff and Board of the Mercer Alliance to End Homelessness, I want to extend our deepest sympathy on the occasion of Cliff's passing.
Cliff was a unique blend of impeccable character, keen intellect, and personal warmth and compassion. He was able to use his abundant talents to effectively advocate on behalf of homeless families and individuals in the Trenton/Mercer community, and guide and promote the development of the nationally recognized...

Holy Quran 2:156
And in difficulty say, "We are the servants of God and to Him we shall all return".

We pray that the Almighty God bless Cliff & ease the burden & make it easy for Irene and his family.
Amen

A great man with a great mind and huge heart has passed. All love to Irene and family for your loss.

At a time when many people doubt that government can do important things to improve the welfare of mankind, your passing reminds us that it is only because of people such as you that we should continue to be optimistic about our future.

You presided over the Hackensack Meadowlands Development Commission in its infancy and created a dream about what could be done with that expanse as compared to filling it with garbage as was the plan for most of it. Because of your commitment and...