IRWIN GOLDBERG

IRWIN GOLDBERG

IRWIN GOLDBERG Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 20, 2012.
GOLDBERG
IRWIN
On Wednesday, May 16, 2012. Beloved husband of Joan "Kip" Goldberg, and former spouse of the late Elaine Unger Goldberg; beloved father of Gary Goldberg, Robert (Karen) Goldberg, Carol Goldberg, David (Nancy) Beyer and Robert (Janet) Beyer; brother of Pat Rippe, the late Sally Yarchever and Rose Horsman; grandfather of Will Goldberg, Jennifer Goldberg, Courtney King, Melissa Goldberg, Brittany King, Christopher, Kathryn and Madeleine Beyer; also survived by nieces and nephews. Mr. Goldberg was a life-long resident of Pittsburgh, and was raised in Oakland. A graduate of Schenley High School, he served in the Pacific in WWII as a radio man on the USS Wilkes Barre. Upon his return from the war, he attended and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned a degree in Business Administration, and later received a Masters degree in Public Health. He became a CPA and served in a series of accounting positions, and joined the staff of Montefiore Hospital in 1951. He became Executive Director in 1961 and served the hospital as President and President Emeritus until 1990. Irv was a mentor to many health care professionals who serve in senior positions throughout the country. He was active in hospital administration professional associations, as well as actively involved in the Jewish community. He served for many years as a trustee of the Jewish Healthcare Foundation. He was a respected member of the community, beloved by many, and will be sorely missed. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at 2 p.m. at the Pittsburgh Athletic Association (PAA), 4215 Fifth Avenue, Oakland. Contributions may be made to NSABP, Four Allegheny Center, 5th floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5234, or UJF, 234 McKee Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC.
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September 4, 2012

rita ann kaniecki~stanko posted to the memorial.

July 20, 2012

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June 5, 2012

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rita ann kaniecki~stanko

September 4, 2012

I was a seventeen year old freshman student nurse (1966) when i first met Mr. Goldberg. He was always kind, teaching and protective. It is the sad end of an important era,

July 20, 2012

Mrs. Beyer, you were administrator, when I was an employee in the Medical Library at Montfore Hospital. Mr. Goldberg was
always a friendly gentleman, with a great
smile. He always spoke to everybody. You
have my sincerest sympathy. Pat Jeter

Jim Wade

June 5, 2012

Dear Kip
I just learned at ASCO about Irv. Both Susan and I wish to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. The sudden loss of one's life partner is a great tragedy and we share in your grief. Our prayers are with you.

Chu Chang

May 29, 2012

Dear Kip, Please take care. I am thinking of you and your family at this sad time. It was a pleasure and honor for me to have met Irv, his wonderful sparkle and warmth are truly unforgetable.

Andy Wright

May 23, 2012

Unfortuantely I did not know Mr. Goldburg, but I am close friends with his son Gary. Any man who can raise a son as kind, generous and smart as Gary must have been a world class parent. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family.

Lorraine Dupre

May 22, 2012

Dear Kip & Family,
You are in my prayers and thoughts. I will miss Irv and his always pleasant greeting at Pike Run. If I can do anything, please ask.

Robin Ritchea

May 21, 2012

Dear Goldberg Family,

I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. Goldberg's passing. He was a very accomplished, loved man. I know that he has inspired many people, and he will be missed. Kip, I'm sending hugs out to you. You and Mr. Goldberg have been family to my dad and mom for so long. I know that Mr. Goldberg inspired my dad; thank you both for that. He was a one-of-a-kind man, a leader and a hero. May you find comfort in this time in the changes he has made in our world.

Julia Kleszcz

May 21, 2012

Deepest sympathies from the Kleszcz family, Mr. Goldberg always had a smile on his face he was the life of the party and a great man.

May 21, 2012

I never saw "Mr. Goldberg" without a smile on his face in the 23 years that I worked as an RN at Montefiore Hospital!
My condolences to the family.

Harry Bear

May 21, 2012

Kip-
I was so sorry to hear about your husband's passing, especially so unexpectedly. All my love and prayers are with you and your family.

Steve Limentani

May 21, 2012

So sorry to hear about your loss. My sincere sympathies to the entire family.

Ann Zizza

May 21, 2012

Kip and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kevin Whalen

May 21, 2012

Irv was a wonderful man, always laughing, always smiling-heaven got a little brighter.

Stanley Hirsch

May 21, 2012

Dear Kip,
Les and I were so saddened by Irv's death. We send our love and deepest sympathies. Stan Hirsch

Mary/Richard Degener

May 21, 2012

Dear Kip,
Our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. Mr Goldberg was a wonderful person to have know and work for at Montefiore.The memories will always be with us.

Mike Berman

May 20, 2012

Kip and family... I can't tell you enough how much Irv meant to myself and all the other employees of Montefiore through the years. He was certainly our guiding light. My deepest sympathy. Mike Berman, Phoenix, Arizona

May 20, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Wendy Kramer

May 20, 2012

Mr.Goldberg always had a smile on his face and a funny joke to tell!! I am glad to have known him. My deepest sympathy to the family.
WendyKramer

Wendy Kramer

May 20, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the family. Mr.Goldberg always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell. He always put a smile on my face too!!! With deepest sympathy. Wendy Kramer

Jim Lichtenstul

May 20, 2012

Kip, I was so saddened to read about Irv's passing. It brought to mind all the wonderful memories of time spent at deep Creek Lake.
He was indeed a great guy with a big heart. My heartfelt condolences to you and the family. Jim Lichtenstul

Mary Roh

May 20, 2012

He will be missed by all who had the fortune to ever meet him. What a kind, humble, and accomplished man.
Mary and Mark Roh

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