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BORN
1/8/1944
DIED
9/19/2025
Marc Goldsmith Obituary
During his time there, he held many titles but was probably best known as "friend." To everyone. Marc was selflessly and endlessly dedicated to Mitchell College eventually guiding the school into Division III, as a four-year institution.
A scratch golfer, he became a favorite ringer to round out a foursome during best ball tournaments.
His passion for education and equality led him to a volunteer career as an editor during which he received, among others, a prestigious award from the NAACP.
Perhaps the pinnacle of his achievements, as he would tell you, was marrying the love of his life and his soulmate, Terri Goldsmith.
Marc was also a gifted singer, guitarist, musician, storyteller, Eagle Scout – you name it. Whether playing guitar in Upstate New York with professional acts (Aretha Franklin, The Four Tops, and many more) or playing in the Temple Emanu-El band, he would always be found swinging along and singing whether he was taking the lead or a supporting role.
Marc is survived by his two sons and three grandchildren: Zachary Isaac Goldsmith, an attorney in Connecticut and David Matthew Goldsmith, a principal in New Hampshire; as well as his grandchildren, Rose Goldsmith, Asa Goldsmith and Mila Harper Goldsmith
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Memories and Condolences
for Marc Goldsmith
John Baez Jr.
October 3, 2025
Marc was truly an amazing person. He was one of the very first clients to place his trust in my brokerage, encouraging my growth and giving me a chance when few others would. During our appointments, he often shared stories about his love for playing guitar and his passion for helping others. His warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on me, and I know he touched the lives of many. Marc spoke often and with deep affection about his wife, whom he admired greatly. He will be deeply missed.
Mary Ellen Jukoski
September 27, 2025
I had the privilege to work with Marc as the Academic Dean and then as President at Mitchell College. I will always remember Marc for his wonderful sense of humor, gifted teacher, fellow colleague and someone who cared about students and how they were learning. His dedication and commitment to Mitchell College for 57 years is legendary. He was a consummate professional and a kind, caring person. He will be missed, but he will not be forgotten.
Tishiana Prophet
September 26, 2025
Professor Goldsmith was a wonderful teacher to me. He will be missed
Lee Howard
September 25, 2025
Marc hired me for my first academic job, and we became fast friends by sharing laughs in his incredibly messy office. Marc didn't have a scintilla of arrogance or snobbishness in his being, despite his prodigious talents. He was a teddy bear of a man and a wonderful mentor to many. I will miss you, Marc.
Scott Zettler
September 25, 2025
Marc and Terri were 2 of the first people that we met at Temple Emanu-el when we joined 17 years ago. They immediately helped us feel at home like we had been friends for years. Marc was always an amazing musician and story teller and I treasured talking to him and hearing stories from the past including about famous musicians or his cousin who played professional baseball I think for the Yankees. When he played music with the temple band or at the cabaret it was effortless and awesome. We are glad that he is reunited with his love Terri, it was devastating to him when she passed way too soon. We were happy that he was at the 1st annual Terri Goldsmith golf tournament this summer and got to share and hear the stories and memories of Terri. May his memory be a blessing and sending deepest condolences to his family.
The Zettler Family
Armi Rowe
September 25, 2025
I remember my son appreciating relatable life discussions with Marc, beyond engaging material he taught at Temple Emanu-El Religious School. As one of the teachers working there while he was co-school administrator there, I had so much respect for a busy college professor who generously donated his time to help ensure the moral grounding of our religious school kids. At our Temple´s annual Cabaret fundraising events, our audiences had the pleasure of watching him effortlessly sing and play guitar solos that warmed everyone´s heart. Marc, we will miss you at Temple but we are comforted knowing you and Terri are together again in the spiritual realm. Thanks for all the insightful talks, the witty jokes, and your concern for others.
Tierney
September 24, 2025
My favorite memory of Marc Goldsmith was him
As my communication professor for many classes including communication in conflict which I still apply to this day in daily life . I also appreciated his dedication to teaching as a whole with him being my advisor . I appreciated his passion and his drive as a teacher and he will never be forgotten
Alexander Silverstein
September 23, 2025
I had Professor Goldsmith for different classes during my time at Mitchell College. He was one of the greatest Professors. Rest in peace to one of the greatest professor ever.
Rachel Cordero
September 23, 2025
My beloved fellow Capricorn, Marc was one of the loveliest men I´ve ever met. Funny, smart and handsome. My deepest condolences to the Goldsmith family.
Latissa Jackson
September 23, 2025
My condolences to the Goldsmith family for your loss of such a great person at this time. I was in his Effective Speaking class in 1991, my second and senior year at Mitchell College way back then. It´s nice to know he lived a wonderful life.
Jennifer Liseo
September 23, 2025
I had Prof Goldsmith `95-97 and what I remember most was his way of being in the world. There was an excitable ease in the way he taught that felt accessible and admirable. My condolences to his family.
Markus Melendez
September 23, 2025
I am grateful to have taken several of Professor Goldsmith's courses throughout my four years at Mitchell. He consistently challenged us to be better versions of ourselves and was always quick with a joke. He truly made the world a better place. RIP.
Kristen Ludorf
September 23, 2025
One of the best professors I had at Mitchell College. I have thought about him often for he has driven my love of history by introducing me to the stories of the holocaust. He will be surely missed
Declan Martin Kane
September 23, 2025
Although I initially transferred from a different college middle of freshman year I had Marc Goldsmith´s classes all four years I was in Mitchell college leading up to his last year there(2023). I sometimes struggled with what I had to do with his classes and he helped me out all the while took time to understand who I really am. I remember graduation around 2023 I told him how much I was gonna miss him and thanked him so much for everything those 4 years I had with him. I´m eternally grateful for his contributions to the school and send my deepest condolences to his family members.
Shellie Pollock Taylor
September 23, 2025
I was a student in Marc´s class so many years ago. Marc was not only a great professor but truly cared about his students. He was always available to us. RIP Marc, you will be remembered and missed.
Maggie Housden (Schatzow)
September 23, 2025
I had professor Goldsmith for a class or two. Simply the best. Always so caring. He wil be missed
Peri
September 23, 2025
I am saddened to hear the news of Prof. Goldsmith's passing. I had just one semester with him 10 years ago, but he left a lasting impression. He was certainly a remarkable teacher.
Jennifer
September 23, 2025
I remember walking into class one day and Goldsmith had his hat on backwards. I thought it was so funny. That´s the energy he brought into class everyday! He was such a positive person. You´ll be missed.
Davinna Thrower
September 22, 2025
Rest in peace to a wonderful person who made Mitchell so much brighter during my time there
Gabby Orlando
September 22, 2025
I had Professor Goldsmith for many classes. He was a great professor who cared deeply for his students. Professor Goldsmith, you will be missed by so many! May you rest in eternal peace with your beloved Terri.
Justin Duval
September 22, 2025
Great Professor and Mentor to every student here met. I know in my 4 total years......he was one of the greatest men I had the pleasure to know. RIP Sir!!
Jack Hearn
September 22, 2025
Marc was my wonderful freshman American Literature instructor during the 1969-70 Mitchell College school year.
His teaching inspired my interest in a wide range of writings, which I mentioned in a congratulatory note to him upon his 2023 retirement.
Marc was the ideal guy for those turbulent late `60s-early `70s years ... hip enough to be admired by this rebellious student, and dedicated enough to his subject matter to ensure my attention then ... and until today!
Marc Goldsmith was one of those professors I remember and thank, for enriching the rest of my life.
Best wishes and my condolences to Marc´s family and friends,
Emma Johnson
September 22, 2025
I only had him for one class and he was a wonderful professor at Mitchell. Condolences to his family.
Gordon Riella
September 22, 2025
Shalom professor Goldsmith, my first English professor at Mitchell college.
Senay
September 22, 2025
I wish we had the opportunity to clone him. Such a wonderful person. May he RIP. Condolonces to his family.
Libby Balarezo
September 22, 2025
Mr. Goldsmith was my very first professor at Mitchell College, and I´ll never forget walking into his class feeling so nervous. Marc had a way of making everyone feel comfortable right away. His sense of humor could lighten any moment, and yet he always kept us focused and engaged. With his mellow presence and calm patience, learning felt natural and never intimidating. What I´ll always remember most is how supportive he was - he believed in his students, even when we didn´t believe in ourselves. That kind of encouragement stays with you long after the class ends. I´m deeply grateful to have had him as my first professor.
Years later, I had the joy of meeting his wife, Terri, when I worked with her at Talbots. It actually took me a little while to put two and two together and realize she was Marc´s wife - but once I did, I was thrilled. After leaving Talbots, we would often run into each other at Mitchell Beach, and both Marc and Terri always got such a kick out of my husband Cristian (who also went to Mitchell) and our three girls. Terri and I stayed in touch often, and she was such a huge support to Cristian and me, especially when we learned about our youngest daughter´s heart condition. I was so sad when she passed, and I still think of her often. But it brings me comfort now to know that Marc and Terri are together again, making each other laugh, just as they always did.
Taya Gollsneider
September 22, 2025
I can honestly say Professor Goldsmith made a huge impact on my senior year at Mitchell. He was a wonderful teacher and person and I am so fortunate that I had the opportunity to learn from him. My condolences to his family and friends. Ps thank you for believing in my writing abilities .
Robert L. Siegel
September 22, 2025
I was truly saddened to hear about the loss of an amazing individual. I worked with Marc as a teacher at Temple Emanu-El for many years. He was one of those special people that one is blessed to know in a lifetime. I always enjoyed our chats about life, love, and the art of communication. He touched so many people from various backgrounds...an amazing individual.
Marc is now reunited with Terri...knowing them both made me and the rest of us all better people.
Rest in peace friend...
Shalom
Skye C
September 22, 2025
Professor Goldsmith was my very first professor my first day of Mitchell College and because of his words that very first class and throughout the time I had him as a professor he showed me how to travel what other may say was the road less traveled but that path that will work for me. His light will always shine bright miss you
Adam Hammond
September 22, 2025
Sorry for the loss. He was a great man.
Philip S
September 22, 2025
Marc had a way of explaining things that kept your attention. Great professor and person.
Eric mckoy
September 21, 2025
My condolences to Mr Goldsmith family. Great man
Lauren Michaud Phillips
September 21, 2025
Thank you for being the teacher I needed and a friend I could count on. May eternal rest grant unto him dear Lord.
Carleen Sutton
September 21, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Marc was an incredible teacher. I learned a lot from him he will be missed. I was one of the older students so we had a lot to talk about and that the kids are all confused about.
Noah Ellis
September 21, 2025
Professor Goldsmith was a fantastic professor when I had him at Mitchell College. I enjoyed Comm & Conflict and Persuasion Class during the 2020-2021 semester. We developed a close friendship during that time at the college. I knew Goldsmith as a mentor, role model, and a good person who enjoyed our conversations in class. He and I had a close friendship until I graduated. May he rest in sweet peace.
Gregory Attanasio
September 21, 2025
Thankful to have had him as a professor. Made a lasting impact on my life. Condolences to Marc´s family.
John Melmed
September 21, 2025
Marc was my friend. A gentle man and a gentleman who was strong to the end. Never turned down the chance to hang out with me and provided great guidance for the book I´m writing. I only knew him for 2 years but it seemed like a lifetime. I miss you Marc.
Lori Corah
September 21, 2025
We will miss him in our lives. We know your family and his many friends will as well. May he rest in peace and his memory be a blessing.
Karen Rosenberg
September 21, 2025
You were like family to us. We will miss you always!
The Rosenberg family
Carol Bellefleur Hayward
September 21, 2025
So so sorry to hear .He was one of my favorite teachers at Mitchell college & will forever be thankful for how much I learned from him ! Your entire family is my thoughts and prayers
Keri Carter-Thomas
September 21, 2025
One of the best professors ever. Always had a smile and willing to help anyone. He´s one of the reasons why I finished my degree. He was amazing
Jenica logan
September 21, 2025
One of the best teachers I ever had
Mike boyle
September 21, 2025
A great and gifted professor. Had him for two courses in one semester.
Jean Silverstein
September 21, 2025
May God Bless you memory and may you rest in Peace
Caitlin Marsh
September 21, 2025
So sorry to hear of the passing of one of Mitchell´s favorites. My condolences to his family during this difficult time. He was treasured by so many!
Parsons family
September 21, 2025
We are with you in these difficult times. Parsons family
Margo Neistat
September 21, 2025
Kind, compassionate,
and in my life; I have
not ever-seen a man
so upset, devastated- even about the loss of beautiful Terri, his wife. {my lifetime friend.} They´re together again; God Bless them.
Jacob Kirschbaum
September 21, 2025
Thank you for being a great professor I´ll never forget you and my condolences to your family
Brandon Reynolds
September 21, 2025
Professor Goldsmith will be honestly missed. He was an incredible professor, not only with his wits, but also with everything he knew. I had a really good connection with Professor Goldsmith as he and I grew closer during my college career. It´s so sad to hear he has passed, but his legacy will live on forever.
Alexis Constantouros
September 21, 2025
I was lucky enough to take several classes at Mitchell College with Professor Goldsmith. He was one of the few professors who really cared about his students. Rest in peace Professor Goldsmith.
Jennifer Ryley Welsh
September 21, 2025
With deep condolences to Zach, David, and family, please know how lucky I feel to count myself among those who knew and worked with Marc. He will always be a treasured Mitchell memory for so many. From lectures to lunches, it was a great honor and privilege to be in his presence. He will be sorely missed, but the melody of his laughter and legacy will long live on. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Jacqueline Hart
September 21, 2025
I was lucky to take several of Professors Goldsmith´s classes at Mitchell College. He always made the subjects fun and informative, in a creative way. His musical skills, kindness, and funny character will be missed.
Gina debona
September 21, 2025
I remember marc writing a book with Jeff turner. May marc rest in peace
Dave Fairman
September 21, 2025
Rest in Peace Marc
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