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MICHAEL GOULDING Obituary
Michael was the loving brother of Rick and his wife Caitlin of Norwell, and Robert, Douglas, and Mary all of Scituate.
He is also survived by many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and his new nephew, Bodie.
Michael graduated from Boston College High School in 2012 and from Hampshire College in Amherst, MA this past May. He hoped to use his education and skills in urban planning and regional development to help lift up those impacted by job loss and homelessness. Always following his heart and thinking of others, Michael believed strongly in the notions of empathy for and kindness toward all living things. Mike was an avid arborist and musician and enjoyed playing both acoustic and bass guitar. He also deeply enjoyed nature and spending time with his dogs, August and Amber.
A visitation will take place on Friday, November 25, 2016 from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. at St. Mary of the Nativity Church, 1 Kent Street in Scituate.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, November 26, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 10 Summer Street in Cohasset followed by interment at Trinity Park Cemetery in Scituate.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to The Scituate Library Foundation, 85 Branch Street, Scituate MA 02066 ("In Memory of Michael Goulding"). Your donation will be used to help plant trees at the new library and bring together two of Michael's passions: trees and books. Richardson-Gaffey Funeral Home
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Memories and Condolences
for MICHAEL GOULDING
The Gibsons
December 10, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Goulding family. At times like these God can give us "the power beyond what is normal" so that we can keep on going from one day to the next. (2 Cor 4:7)
December 8, 2016
Mr. Goulding, I just received a phone call from my son Schuyler, one of your students at Babson. He had just found out about your Michael today and could not understand how his favorite teacher was able to reach the class shortly after his tragic loss, without sharing his grief with the class. Schuy wanted me to look up Michaels' page so that I could see just " how handsome he was and what a nice kid he was." He was right, my heart feels very heavy right now.
I grew up in Humarock and very much love the idea of new trees for the library. God bless,
Leslie Hedberg
Jeanne Berry
December 8, 2016
Rick, Robin and family,
After reading the beautiful messages from so many, I am not able to articulate in words how sorry we are for your tragic loss.
Quick chats and a wave from Michael on Packard Pond as we floated by and can see his kind and quite smile. Please accept our condolences. Jeanne and Ed Berry
December 2, 2016
Please accept my condolences, may the family find comfort @ Issiah 25:8,AJ
Amanda Rose
November 30, 2016
To Mike's family, friends, loved ones.
Mike was a great friend to me from my first day of college, before I knew anyone. For some reason, we both tended to eat dinners alone around the same time in our dining commons and got to talking. He was one of the kindest and most open people I've had the privilege to know. We had so many talks about the way cities are designed and planned, how certain marginalized groups are positioned in suboptimal locations...he was an important friend to me when I was very lonely, and i really miss him.
Clemencia Caporale
November 27, 2016
Dear Family - Mike was a student of mine and I had the opportunity to know he was living life to the fullest. I spent 7 days canoeing and backpacking with him in the south east. The trip was more than the skills, it was a time for students to be free from academics and love the outdoor world. I spent one evening hiking with Mike and we just talked and talked, about life, about the world, he was always so happy and carefree. I have such fond memories of that trip, the personal conversarion and zest for life Mike had were amazing. Mike had a gift to brighten up a group of students with his wisdom, knowledge, or simple smile. I am sorry for your loss, but know that he impacting the community at Hampshire in such meaningful ways. I pray for your family during the holidays. Peace, Love, and Happiness - Clemencia (Hampshire OPRA staff)
Jennifer Brabham
November 27, 2016
Sending our deepest sympathy to your family.
We are so very sorry for your tragic loss.
The Brabhams
Vicky Crittenden
November 26, 2016
Rick and family, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
November 26, 2016
Dear Robin, Rick & family,
I am so very sorry to hear about the sudden and tragic death of your son Michael. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Storm
Sebastian Fixson
November 26, 2016
Dear Rick and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Hillary Flynn
November 26, 2016
Dear Rick, Robin, Rick, Douglas, Bobby & Mary: On behalf of all the Flynns, I am so very sorry to learn of Michael's sudden and tragic death. This is such shocking and awful news for you, a beautiful family we love so dearly. Yours must be an unimaginable sorrow. May the grace of God be with you and help to carry you all through this time of grief and deep sadness. We wish we could be there to express our love and support to each of you, in person. You are a blessed family and we are all the richer for having been touched by Michael's beautiful and bright light. Blessings upon you all, now and forever. Love, Hillary, Sheilagh, Carolyn, Chris & Jack and our families.
Cheryl and Mike Herberg
November 26, 2016
Mike and my heart breaks for the loss of your beautiful son. We are praying for you and your family. You have had so many painful losses in your lives we wish for you some comfort from God during this awful time. Michael seemed to be such a gentle soul. All of our love and sympathy to you. Love Cheryl and Mike Herberg.
Shirish Bhattarai
November 26, 2016
My deepest condolences to the family. Mike was a wonderful and kind-hearted person, I wish I had gotten to know him better. He will be missed immensely. I am so sorry for your loss.
Karen Warren
November 25, 2016
To Mike's family,
Mike was a participant on one of the trips I led at Hampshire College. He was a kind and generous person and highly regarded by the other students on the trip. I'll always remember his smile. I am so sorry for your loss.
Allise Hewes
November 25, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Goulding family. Mikey was a dear friend and my next door neighbor at Hampshire our first year of school. You should be so very proud of what an amazing person he was and how many people he touched. I feel so lucky to have been his friend, he will remain in my heart forever. It will be hard to ever drink a cup of tea without vividly imagining him in a knit sweater, mug of tea in hand and smile on his face.
Karen Landry
November 24, 2016
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Goulding and family,
I want to express my deepest sympathy on Mikes passing. Mike was one of my staff members doing catering for me at Hampshire College. He was a pleasure to work with and a bright light in our long work days. I will never forget him running across campus with a big smile hoping he wasn't going to be late for work.
He was a wonderful young man and will be missed by everyone.
With sympathy and my prayers
Karen Landry, South Hadley, Massachusetts
Jim and Carol Wujcik
November 24, 2016
Dear Rick and family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you with deepest sympathies.
Jim and Carol Wujcik
November 24, 2016
Dear Rick and family:
Our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
George Lee, Jr
November 24, 2016
I'm so so sorry to hear of your loss, my heart goes out to you and your family. My family will pray together for your family, to help you through this difficult loss. And a special prayer for Mary.
George & Valeda Lee
Mary's Gymnastics Coach
The Staff of Richardson-Gaffey Funeral Home
November 24, 2016
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Ross MacDonald
November 23, 2016
To the Goulding family. My deepest sympathy for your loss. It was my pleasure to be one Michael's rugby coaches at BC High, and help him as he worked on his scrum half skills. I thought he epitomized everything about that position. Scrappy, tough, and relentless, a great team mate and a pleasure to coach. I was always impressed about how hard he worked, and how he never gave up. He was an example to us all. My deepest sympathy. Yours Aye, Ross MacDonald
November 23, 2016
Dear Rick and family- I am so sorry to hear about this unspeakable tragedy. Sending my best wishes and prayers to you and your family. Candida Brush
Peggy English
November 23, 2016
I am so sorry for you all. I remember him from BCH as a polite, kind young man.
God rest his soul.
Peggy English
Lauri Swart
November 23, 2016
Dear Rick and entire Goulding family
We are in disbelief at this terrible news, please know that we are keeping Mike and your family in our thoughts. Ken enjoyed him so much, and always talked of him fondly. What a wonderful man with a welcoming smile. We are truly sorry for your loss.
Lauri and Ken Swart
Lenny & Carol Masiello
November 23, 2016
Robin,Rick & Family
Words cannot begin to express our heart-felt sympathy for the loss of your son Michael. We want you to know that our thoughts, prayers and love are with you during this difficult time.
God Bless the Goulding Family
Lenny & Carol
Kim (Fredette) Gray
November 23, 2016
Robin, Rick and family, I am so, so very sorry for your loss. I did not have the pleasure of meeting your precious Michael in person, but reading about him, it is clear that he was an incredibly compassionate and caring person. Every entry in this guest book is a testimony to your beautiful family and how much you all are loved. Please know that I am sending much love, hugs and holding you tightly in my prayers.
November 23, 2016
Dear Rick, Robin and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Michael. May you be comforted during this time by beautiful fond memories and many prayers being offered for you.
Pam Anzaldi
Bernadette & Kurt Hoffman
November 23, 2016
Kurt and I send our deepest condolences. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Kathy Asmar
November 23, 2016
There are no words to express the sadness we feel for the loss of your beautiful Michael. He has a wonderful soul filled with love and beauty. We will keep you close to our hearts in this difficult time. The Asmar Family
November 23, 2016
Dear Robin, Rick and family -- We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and deepest condolences go out to you and your family. -- The Muzzey Family
Jeanne Travis
November 23, 2016
We are so sad to hear of Michaels death
Your family is in our prayers
The Travis family
Abbey Plotkin
November 23, 2016
Rick, Robin, all the Gouldings, Osbornes and beloved friends, I'm SO sorry for this terrible loss. My heart goes out to all of you. It sounds like he was a beautiful young man. I know you will have many lovely memories of the love he brought to all of you. Sending you love and best thoughts in this sad time.
with all my love,
Abbey Plotkin
Kate McKone-Sweet
November 23, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
November 23, 2016
Robin, Rick and family. I cannot tell you how sorry I am for the loss of Michael. Thanks to you, I was able to meet him at family reunions, and realize what a joy this boy was, to all.He was blessed to have such wonderful parents. Please know that my heart and prayers are with you.
Anthony Masiello (Clearwater, Florida)
Karla Boll Knight
November 23, 2016
So very sorry to hear of your loss. You must be heartbroken. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy.
Lisa Fiascone
November 23, 2016
Dear Robin, Rick, Mary and family: we were so shocked to hear of your sweet Michael's passing. I am simply heartbroken for you. Michael was just a joy to be around, and his love for your family ran deep. My prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with each of you.
Martha Tansey
November 23, 2016
Dear Robin, Rick and family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful son, Michael, and hope you will wrap yourselves in the love and prayers of family and friends. May God grant you the strength to shoulder this terrible burden. With deepest sympathy,
The Westelman Family
November 23, 2016
To the Goulding Family - our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle and Eric Larnard
November 23, 2016
Robin, Rick, and family, our hearts are hurting for you all. We will keep you in our prayers as you get through this most difficult time.
Susan and Glenn Keith
November 23, 2016
With deepest sympathy. You are in our prayers.
Sincerely, Susan and Glenn Keith
Cindy & Ken Carrison
November 22, 2016
Robin,Rick, and family ,we are so sorry to hear about Michael. He was a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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