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BENJAMIN GOLDBERG Obituary
Benjamin Goldberg (Ben) passed away in Steamboat Springs, CO on May 3, 2016.
He is survived by father Martin Goldberg, mother Paula Goldberg, brothers Jonathan Goldberg (Lisa) and Casey Goldberg (Jennifer) nephews Maxwell, Elijah, and Bryce River, and aunts, uncles and cousins including Melissa Stewart, uncle Russ Goldberg (Deb) cousins Jeremy, Lindsy, and Carly. He adored his nephews and will always be Uncle Benny.
His loss is felt deeply by his many Gainesville friends and extended family and those all over the country, and his partner Megan Smith. What Ben will be remembered for most is the amazing heart he brought to everyone who knew him and his love for life.
Born in 1975, he spent his early years in upstate New York. Ben attended Stephen Foster, Howard Bishop and Gainesville High School. He was a division I scholarship starting football player at UCF and a scholarship college baseball player.
A high point in Ben's life was hiking the entire 2,190 miles of the Appalachian Trail in 2014.
Ben was an adventurer at heart and was always looking forward to the next great experience. He traveled to Costa Rica, Belize, Mexico, Canada, England, Scotland, Ireland, France, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy, Greece, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan, and hiked the Nepali Coast in Hawaii. He visited almost every state and National Park in the US.
Prior to selling real estate, he was a whitewater rafting guide trained in swift water rescue, a certified EMT, and manifested building a 'healthy home' in Micanopy for family.
A gathering and service will be held on May21 at our family property in Micanopy 22265 NW 87th Ave Road beginning at 4pm Please view our facebook page Remembering Ben Goldberg for further information.
Contributions may be made to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Annmarie Brennan
May 9, 2024
I feel fortunate to stay connected to Paula, so together we can mourn and celebrate our sons. Eric so looked up to Ben, and many of his happiest memories were times with the Goldbergs. Ben was larger than life to Eric. I am so grateful for his life.
Annmarie Brennan
May 9, 2022
Ben and his family are always in my heart.
Annmarie Brennan
May 9, 2021
I will always hold Ben and his family in my heart.
Annmarie Brennan
May 9, 2020
Ben is alive and well in my heart. His spirit is stronger than ever. The photos I have of him are precious and inspiring. Love all around to Paula and Casey and all the Goldbergs
Jason G
May 31, 2017
I was looking up my old friend and just found out of his passing. Ben was a great guy to be around, at least I know he enjoyed life to the fullest. Old Teammate at UCF.
Tami Myers
May 21, 2016
Hey Benny boo, I miss you and wish I was able to say goodbye. You are always on my mind... I'm glad you are at peace. I'm sure you still have a big smile on your face and making everyone around you laugh just like you always did here. You have always been there for me and you will be greatly missed !! Love you always Ben. Love your friend, Tami.
Elsa Bigelow
May 21, 2016
You are a star Ben and your shine will remain bright and like you, full of light.
We will miss you.
Elsa
Erica Martin
May 19, 2016
When I think back of my high school memories, Ben is in almost every one of them. He was always so funny and the life of the party. If Ben was around you knew it was going to be a great time. I consider it a gift to have known such a great human being and my prayers go out to the entire Goldberg family and all that loved him. RIP my friend
Katie Whidden
May 19, 2016
Ben, you were taken too early but I know you are in a peaceful place now. You will be greatly missed. To the Goldberg family; my condolences go out to you and I will keep you all in my prayers.
Michelle Vaughn Neel
May 18, 2016
Since my freshman year of high school we were instant friends. I cannot believe I have to write something like this. I wish I could have been able to say goodbye to you. I wish I would not have let years go by without seeing you. Any situation I got myself into.... and there were a few, I could always count on you. We could always pick right back up where we left off no matter the duration of our separation. To my beautiful friend who was taken too soon, I love you & miss you.
Todd Shealy
May 17, 2016
Very Proud he choose to be a major part of the Focus Real Estate Group Team. Goldy put a smile on everyone's face. Will miss his Magic.
Da Boyz
Ben Phillips
May 17, 2016
Ben was a great guy with a heart of gold and a smile that could light up a room. Great memories and many laughs together. Gone much too soon.
James Monroe
May 17, 2016
My condolences to the Goldberg's family. Ben who always had a smile on his face will forever be remembered and loved. Thank God for the opportunity of playing GHS football together as it help to mold us into men. R.I.P my freind.
Jim Mellman
May 17, 2016
Such a sweet, lovable, big, fun guy to be with. I'm saddened to hear you're gone much too soon as you were so loved by many and your face and big persona will be missed greatly. The only solace I can muster up was the privilege to have known you. Thanks for your awesome presence and I'll cherish my memories with you dearly!
Katie Kirkpatrick
May 16, 2016
Ben's smile always lit up the room and his energy spilled over everyone who was lucky enough to meet him. Our encounters over the last few years were super sparse with chance meetings about town in Gainesville. I will miss seeing Ben's jolly face. My days always felt better after seeing him. I know many hearts hurt at hearing of his passing. His light shined so bright. Peace be with the Goldberg family.
Sam Keator
May 16, 2016
Love ya Goldie... Now and forever!
Only one missing.... Never forgotten
Samuel Keator
May 16, 2016
I loved you like a brother for 34 years. You will be missed beyond words by many. You touched so many lives, and mad so much better by a simple smile. You where a great friend, fellow athlete, partner in crime, confidant with the most personal things of my life. We worked well together, traveled together, explored life together. And no matter the good or bad either of us was facing... we always believed in each other, and strive off that strength.
From get together every week at Bone and Lisa's (Prison Break and Lost), to Juddy and I leading the way into the End Zone to be Vanguard.
Ill miss you like no other. You where one of the good ones. Not a mean bone in your body; tough as nails. But never ever mean to anyone.
Now I can feel you, Mike, Trevor, Nick, and Jason holding it down for us until we see you again....
I love you Ben Goldberg. Rest in Sweet Peace.
Your brother Sam "Big Kato a.k.a Baked Potato"Keator
Alison Kinney
May 16, 2016
My thoughts and prayers to Ben's family. Ben was a wonderful friend to my brother Adam, more like a brother. Ben will be missed beyond measure!
Dennis & Marsha Dougherty
May 16, 2016
Our prayers are with you all. Ben's exuberance for all of life's offerings is unequaled. He touched many lives and will be fondly remembered.
Katie & Andrew Gaskins
May 16, 2016
Our heart and prayers go out to the entire Goldberg family and friends. Gone, but never forgotten.
Katie & Andrew Gaskins
May 16, 2016
Our heart and prayers go out to the entire Goldberg family, and to all of Ben's friends. Gone, but not forgotten. <3
Claudia and Tom Gassett
May 15, 2016
Thinking of you during this difficult time. Ben will always be remembered!
Tequila Mcknight
May 15, 2016
Rip classmate, prayers to the family...
Annmarie Brennan
May 15, 2016
Don and I have your family in our thoughts and prayers. We will always remember Ben's big presence. Hugs and love from here.
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