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Michael Goesch Obituary
Northfield - Michael F. Goesch, 43, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 in the Bay State Medical Center in Springfield surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness. His last act was to save lives as an organ donor. He leaves his fiance Rachael Pride and her children, Eli and Olivia; his father William H. Goesch of Worcester; a sister and brother-in-law Kristina and Chris Berardi of Billerica; a niece Eva Berardi and many family and friends whose lives he enriched. His mother Sadie (Hirschfeld) Goesch predeceased him in 2014.
Michael was born in Worcester, graduated from Doherty Memorial High School, earned a bachelors degree from WPI class of 1996, and earned his Masters Degree from Notre Dame College, where he became a Physicians Assistant. Michael saved many lives as an EMT and a Physicians Assistant in multiple emergency settings. He spent the last six years serving the veterans at the VA Medical Center in White River Juction, VT. Michael also worked with Homeland Security on the MMRS Medical Task Force keeping people safe during events and wilderness rescue operations. He became exceptional in wilderness emergency medicine and even instructed many courses.
When not acting as a hero, Michael enjoyed spending time with his family and his dogs having many outdoor adventures such as; hiking, snow shoeing, cross country skiing, camping or relaxing on the water. Michael also loved to watch all the New England sports teams.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2016 from 10 a.m. until 12 noon in Nordgren Funeral Home 300 Lincoln St. Worcester, MA 01605. A memorial service will follow at noon in the funeral home. A celebration of life will occur on February 20th, 2016 at his home in Northfield, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael's memory may be made to the DAV or to the ASPCA. For directions or to leave an online condolence message, please visit
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Memories and Condolences
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Tonya Leeman
January 14, 2016
RIP Michael, You will be sadly missed by many at the VA. Thoughts and Prayers go out to your family. May you all find peace.
January 12, 2016
so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in knowing that those who have died, to God are as good as alive. A good name is better than good oil and the day of death is better than the day of birth. Eccl. 7:1
Robin Tibbetts
January 12, 2016
Michael,
There are no words to express the sorrow in my heart. You are the son I wish I could have kept as my own. Thank you for loving us.
Robin Tibbetts
January 12, 2016
Michael,
There are no words to express the sorrow in my heart. You are the son I wish I could have kept. Thank you for loving us as your own.
January 11, 2016
Michael - Mom and i were blessed. I should have said it more, but no father could be more proud of their son than i am of you. Thanks for 43 wonderful years. Rest in peace Love Dad
Suzette Densmore
January 11, 2016
You will be missed by many. Love all the jokes you told and how well you took care of not only your patients but your co-workers. Love you like a brother Michael "Gabe"
Silver Julie
January 10, 2016
Michael (Gabe) was always willing to do teaching, and to help whatever time of night or day on the Med/Surg floor. He was quick and precise, incredibly knowledgeable, and was wonderful with our Veterans. It is absolutely an incredible loss for our profession. He will be utterly missed.
Jennifer Noyes
January 10, 2016
Gabe- This was a shock to hear when I stopped in at the VA for a visit. To Gabe's family and friends I am keeping all of you in my thoughts during this tragic and sad time in life. He was amazing to work with, and every day I was able to work in clinic with him was indeed an amazing experience.
Richard Tahan
January 9, 2016
Gabe...my brother. I just received the news and I'm without words. You helped prepare me to become a respiratory therapist and in turn, you and I spent countless hours in one on one karate training where you made our teacher proud of your accomplishments. You will always have a special place in my heart. I sincerely look forward to the day that we meet again. You are already sorely missed.
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