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MICHAEL GOLDMAN Obituary

GOLDMAN--Michael Ira, of NYC, passed away on March 16, 2023, at age 88. He held degrees from Amherst College, Teachers College, and NYU's Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. An English teacher at Tottenville High School for 44 years, he was also an Adjunct Associate Professor at CUNY. He served on the Boards of the Staten Island JCC and Mental Health Society. He authored "A Dictionary of Literary Works." Michael was born to Sidney Goldman and Mildred Feldman. He and his sister Lois and half-brother Neil were raised by Sidney and stepmother Esther. Michael is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Therese, and by their daughter Amy Goldman Harter, son David Goldman (Abigail) and four grandchildren, Emily and Charlotte Harter and Sam and Ben Goldman.

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Published by New York Times on Mar. 19, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for MICHAEL GOLDMAN

18 Entries

Sean Gorelik, THS Class of 2005

April 5, 2023

It was an honor to be a pupil in Mr. Goldman's class. He inspired, encouraged, and cared for his student's engagement. May he rest in eternal peace, and may his family have comfort and joy in knowing he inspired generations.

Marcie Ruderman

April 1, 2023

Mike was a true scholar and a gentle man, a man I was lucky enough to call my friend. His favorite poem was Thomas' DO NOT GO GENTLY INTO THAT GOOD NIGHT. He always said he would rage against the dying. And he has - he will never die - for he was such a special man, his legacy will live on forever.

Alfred C. Cerullo, III

April 1, 2023

Dear Goldman Family- just randomly read the notice of your mother's passing for some reason ( i did not know your mom), and saw that your dad was Michael Goldman who you also just recently lost- which i did not see when it was published. i was a student of your Dad's at Tottenville (class of 1979) and have the most wonderful memories of him. he was a supportive and good man and teacher and i think of him often especially since he gave me the chance to write and direct and film my own short film in his class. my deepest condolences to you all upon these incredible losses- and so near each other. i am sure that no matter how difficult this period of time is for you all, you have some comfort knowing they are together and neither had to be away from the other for too long. with deepest condolences....Fred Cerullo

Ying Ying Tsien Yuan

March 27, 2023

Therese and family, Ran and I are so saddened to learn of Mike's passing. You and he have been wonderful neighbors of Ran's for so many years. Mike was the epitome of warmth, friendliness, and learning. We are rereading his book in his memory. We miss him and are sending you all our sincere condolences. He was a very good man and may he now RIP.
Ran and Ying-Ying

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Christine C. Sleight, THS Class of 68

March 24, 2023

Yearbook advisor, play producer ("She Stoops to Conquer"), he played a large part in guiding me to who I am today. I remember him, and the impact he had on my life, with fondness and respect. My condolences to his family.

MaryEllen Merrill

March 21, 2023

Mike was my 10 grade English teacher , director of Curse You, Jack Dalton, and dear colleague and friend .
He was always kind and a gentleman and fun to be around ! He never lost his love of students and " the big picture "
A man to remember, admire and dearly miss!
RIP, Mike .

Robert Weening

March 20, 2023

I am very sorry to hear of this. I remember Mr. Goldman from when I was at Tottenville High School. He was a great and well-respected teacher and my condolences to his family.

Mark Levy

March 20, 2023

I taught in the Science Department at Tottenville HS for over 3 decades, starting in 1970 and knew Mike as a treasured colleague and friend. His kindness and unfailing positive attitude were innate gifts that he shared every day....he will be sorely missed.

Gail Rosen

March 20, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Gregory Di Stefano

March 19, 2023

Rest in peace to a great teacher and friend.

Bill Garnett

March 19, 2023

Dear Mrs. Goldman and family,
Mr. Goldman was my first English teacher at THS in 1965.
He was a wonderful teacher. He was soft-spoken, very bright and possessed a wry sense of humor.
His dedication to , and love of for, THS were manifested
by his willingness to commute from Manhattan.
His tenure included the time when my children attended THS.
I am also grateful for his kindnesses to my mother after her health declined.
May your memories console you in your grief.
God bless him.

Bill Garnett
Class of 1969.

Lynn Lello

March 19, 2023

I was one of Mike's colleagues at Tottenville High School. He was even teaching there when I was a student. During 9/11, he stayed at my house in Staten Isand.
He was a kind, brilliant. And well-read scholar. I will always remember him. RIP , "sweet prince."

Paul Pavone

March 19, 2023

He was such a well rounded person!!!
He knew who he was and what he wanted out of life.
May he enjoy the everafter. RIP

Margaret Tollefsen Kretow

March 19, 2023

Mr. Goldman was a great teacher @ THS when I was there. So sorry that he´s gone.

Jack Sherak

March 19, 2023

A gentleman, scholar and dear friend...and definitely "one of the guys!" Rest in Peace Mickey G... you will never be forgotten!

Ilene Karp

March 19, 2023

Michael Goldman was my colleague in English Department of Tottenville High School. Always a gentleman and kind individual, Mike will be remembered by all who knew him.
My condolences to his family.
Ilene Karp

Michael Gorgia

March 19, 2023

Mr. Goldman was a teacher at Tottenville High School when I attended. I always remembered him as a nice guy. May he rest in peace.