Bluma Tishgarten Goldberg
June 10, 1926 - January 21, 2021
Columbia, South Carolina - Bluma Tishgarten Goldberg, of Columbia, SC, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2021. Born in Pinczow, Poland on June 10, 1926, Bluma was the 4th of 6 children of the late Haskell and Rachel Tishgarten.
Bluma was just 13 years old in September, 1939, when the Germans arrived in Pinczow, at the beginning of World War II. Bluma's mother gave her and her sister, Cela all of the family's money, and told them to run to the woods and hide.
After living in the woods for several months, the girls were eventually captured by the Germans, and taken to work camps. Eventually, the sisters were placed in Bergen Belson, a concentration camp, and then later liberated from Kaufering VI, a subcamp of Dachau concentration camp.
Bluma met her husband, Felix Goldberg, at an American displaced persons camp in Germany in 1945. Soon after, they were married. Henry, their first child was born in 1948. Bluma and Felix joined Blumas' sister, Cela and David Miller in Columbia, SC in 1949.
Bluma and Felix were able to make this journey through the efforts of the Hebrew Immigrants Aid Society, and the Columbia Jewish Community.
In May, 1955, Bluma and Felix were granted citizenship of the US. This was one of the happiest days of their lives.
Their second son, Karl was born in 1953, and a daughter Esther was born in 1957. Bluma and Felix opened The Tile Center in 1957, which is still family operated today. Bluma was an active member of her community throughout her years. She was awarded The New Life award by Israel bonds in 1995,
Women of Distinction by Girl Scouts in 2009, Order of the Palmetto by governor Nikki Haley in 2013, and Americanism metal from daughters of the Revolution in 2013.
Bluma will always be remembered for her grace, beauty, gentle nature , and her loving way.
Survivors include Bluma's children, Henry (Gloria) Goldberg, of Columbia SC, Karl (Margo) Goldberg, of Columbia SC, Esther (Ira) Goldberg Greenberg, of Columbia SC; seven grandchildren, Jason (Samantha) Goldberg, Adam (Toni) Goldberg, Philip (Maple) Goldberg, Robin (Brian) Roth, Leah (Richard) Davis, Rachel (Brigid) Greenberg, Samuel Greenberg; five great-grandchildren, Harry and Felix Goldberg, Jack Goldberg, Ethan and Dylan Davis.
Bluma was predeceased by her sisters, Genya Tishgarten, Cela Miller, Sala Tishgarten, Yente Tishgarten; her brother, Kalma Tishgarten; and her husband, Felix Goldberg.
More details on Blumas life can be found on the website at storiesofsurvival.org.
The graveside service for Mrs. Goldberg will be held at 11 o'clock, Friday, January 22, 2020, at Beth Shalom Arcadia Lakes Cemetery, 1401 Arcadia Lakes, Columbia. Friends and family are encouraged to attend virtually by visiting the livestream of the service on her tribute page at ShivesFuneralHome.com. Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is assisting the family.
Donations may be made to Beth Shalom Synagogue, Chabad Lubavitch of SC; or to Columbia Holocaust Education Commission
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Published by The State on Jan. 22, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Bluma Goldberg

12 Entries

Denise Taylor

January 19, 2025

I just finished reading the book "We Survived the Holocaust", the book of Bluma and Felix's story of their survival of the holocaust. A very moving story. I urge everyone to read it.

Denise Taylor

January 16, 2025

I still remember Bluma. I worked at the bank she used and it was always a pleasure to wait on her. She was gentle and always kind.

Denise Taylor

November 20, 2021

I just found out about your mother's death. I want to convey my sympathies. I was a teller at the Trenholm Plaza NBSC/Synovus bank. She was a very gracious lady.

Anon

February 14, 2021

May her memory be a blessing.

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Neal Fleishman

January 23, 2021

Dear Carl, Margo, and your family.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Goldberg. She truly was a beacon of inspiration for her family and community and will be missed sorely. Rest assured that she’s now flying with the angels and smiling down on you all each and every day.
Be well and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With love and condolences,
Neal, Tracey, and Lorraine Fleishman

Mary Burkett

January 23, 2021

My deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. I honor her memory. Mary Burkett

Diane A Moseley

January 22, 2021

I did not know Mrs. Goldberg, but reading her obituary makes me wish that I had known her. I found myself instantly weeping when I read that she had found her sister here in Columbia, and was able to move and live near her for the rest of their lives. Although I know her family will miss her physical presence, what an incredible life she led, what a legacy she leaves! I celebrate that she represents the kind of folks who make up our community.

Vincent Covino

January 22, 2021

It was my honor to have known Bluma. She was a Giant among giants. It was also my pleasure to have known her.
To all of her children go my heartfelt sympathy.

Eileen Chepenik

January 22, 2021

I will always treasure my time with Bluma when she so graciously gave her testimony for the Shoah Foundation. Among other memories of that testimony is the story of the apple that saved her sister's life. Bluma was a courageous and special lady. May her memory be for a blessing. My love to all of the family.

Marsha G Adair

January 22, 2021

I met this beautiful lady in the 80's. She was full of grace, beauty and love. Her testimony is one of courage, faith and determination and one that I will never forget. My condolences to her family and friends. I know she will be missed but the legacy she leaves behind will keep her memory alive forever. The lives she has touched will forever be grateful for the love she shared.

Joanne Epley

January 22, 2021

Bluma was a beautiful and gracious lady who loved her family and was adored by all. She gave so very much of herself to all who knew her and will be remembered by all of those whose lives she touched. My heartfelt condolences to you all.
Joanne

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