Memories of Walter Goldstein

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Walter Goldstein

Wantagh, NY

December 23, 1920 - July 2, 2018

Dec 23, 1920 - Jul 2, 2018

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Sara Evers

Missing you on your birthday and every day, grandpa. My son Eli is 6 and I love telling him about you. You would have loved him so much and been so proud of him!! We love you and will never ever forget you.

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Marcy Dickman

Thinking of my dad today and always. What a brilliant, kind, and loving man he was. How lucky I was to have him as my father.

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Marcy Dickman

A better man never lived. Missing my dad on the anniversary of his passing.

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Marcy Dickman

Missing my brilliant, talented and loving father today and every day.

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Kisa Valenti

Thinking of you today, my dear friend. I miss your company and sage counsel.<3

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Sara Evers

Missing you grandpa, on your birthday and every day. We love you so much!! ❤️

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Sara Evers

Missing you always, grandpa. We love you!!

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Marcy Dickman

Four years ago today, my brilliant, talented and loving father died. He was a gift to everyone who knew him, and will be forever missed.

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Sara Evers

Missing my grandpa in the weeks after what would have been his 101st birthday. We love you so much and will never forget you and how much you meant to so many people!!

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Alan Goldstein

Thinking of you today on what would have been your 75th wedding anniversary.

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Kisa Valenti

Joe and I were also married on Sept 16. In planning the wedding, I was aware that it was the date our dear... Read more Joe and I were also married on Sept 16. In planning the wedding, I was aware that it was the date our dear friends had chosen... Read more Joe and I were also married on Sept 16. In planning... Read more

Alan Goldstein

I sure wish that they could have made it to your wedding. Just an aside but I think you meant to write the... Read more I sure wish that they could have made it to your wedding. Just an aside but I think you meant to write the 16th and not the 26th?... Read more I sure wish that they could have made it to your wedding.... Read more

Kisa Valenti

Yes, the 16th for both. September 26th was my parents' wedding date. Yes, the 16th for both. September 26th was my parents' wedding date. Yes, the 16th for both. September 26th was my parents'... Read more

Alan Goldstein

Dear Dad,

Thinking of you on Father's Day. Your wisdom, insights, compassion, and love are sorely missed.

Love you always,

Alan

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Susan Powers Spoering

2021, Asheville, NC, USA

I knew Walter Goldstein from Art, Humanities, as Yearbook advisor, and numerous trips to visit him and Elaine in their home in Wantagh with a few other students. Often uninvited and a surprise visit, they always welcomed us in. They came to my wedding, and I treasure a watercolor he gave me I can only describe as Zen like, which hangs in my newer home in Asheville after years in my home on LI, and a pottery vessel from Elaine, always displayed in prominence.
I remember in his art class the first day. He opened all the cabinets, listed every material in them, and told us to get to work. He then after observing each of us, would lay an open art book next to you, and ask you if you were familiar with this artist, which always struck a chord.
My art book collection to this day is extensive.

In humanities one day we were talking about primal scream, and he asked if we wanted to try it. A number of us ran out onto the field and began screaming, running holding hands. I remember what seemed like hundreds of faces peering out onto the field from their classroom windows, wondering what was happening. It was exhilarating.
On trips to the city to see films, he was fine if some went to a blockbuster, while he joined us for Bergman’s Cries and Whispers.
To say he changed my life is an understatement. A friend and I went to the Uniondale Mini Cinema weekly when it existed, watching foreign films. We went into to city every Saturday and visited museums. I pursued art for a BFA.
I have a studio in my home where I work daily.
His gentle support was a Godsend in my life. I think about him and Elaine with much love.
My condolences on your loss, and yet how fortunate you were to have them both as parents.

Susan Powers Spoering

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Frank Dinda

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Marcy Dickman

Thank you, Sue. You were one of my dad’s most favorite students. He often mentioned you, and I think... Read more Thank you, Sue. You were one of my dad’s most favorite students. He often mentioned you, and I think we met at the house ... Read more Thank you, Sue. You were one of my dad’s most favorite... Read more

Alan Goldstein

Thank you for your heartfelt remembrances Susan. Even in his 90s he still spoke fondly of you and the other... Read more Thank you for your heartfelt remembrances Susan. Even in his 90s he still spoke fondly of you and the other luminary students... Read more Thank you for your heartfelt remembrances Susan. Even... Read more

Marcy Dickman

This is such a wonderful tribute to my beloved father. All these beautiful photos and heartfelt remembrances bring a tear to my eye and a smile to my lips. There will never be another like him, not in another 100 years. Happy birthday, Daddy.

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Sara Evers

Happy Birthday grandpa, we love you and miss you more than words can say. You are in our hearts, today and every day!

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Alan Goldstein

On this your 100th birthday we remember you and your life so well lived. We love you and miss you terribly.

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Sara Evers

Frank Dinda

Alan Goldstein

It has been 2 years since you passed. We miss you more than ever and love you very, very much.

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Frank Dinda

Richard Erickson

I was lucky enough to have Walter Goldstein as my art and humanities teacher for all three of my years at Uniondale High School in the early 70s. He was the greatest. Sensitive, thoughtful, caring, inquisitive, wise ... he made a huge difference in my life. May his memory be forever blessed. Richard Erickson, UHS '74.

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Alan Goldstein

Thank you so much for your kind thoughts Richard. We sure do miss his wisdom and insight, especially during... Read more Thank you so much for your kind thoughts Richard. We sure do miss his wisdom and insight, especially during times like these.... Read more Thank you so much for your kind thoughts Richard. ... Read more

Alan Goldstein

Dear Dad,

Today would have been your 99th birthday. We miss you terribly and love you very, very much.

Alan

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Alan Goldstein

One year today since you passed Dad. We love you. You are forever in our hearts.

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Frank Dinda

Alan Goldstein

1946, Philadelphia, PA, USA

Mom and Dad's Wedding Reception

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Alan Goldstein

Our first Fathers’ Day without you. We miss you. We love you. We’ll never forget you.

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Alan Goldstein

1957, Wantagh, NY, USA

Happy Together

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Sara Evers

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Sara Evers

What a wonderful picture, thanks for sharing! What a wonderful picture, thanks for sharing! What a wonderful picture, thanks for sharing!

Frank Dinda

Peace be with all who love Mr. Goldstein. As you suffer with the physical loss of such a kind soul, please take solace in the knowledge that a person such as he never really dies. His spirit will extend for as long as time is measured, through the good he did for so many that carries on in the good they do for others. He is all around you, in all of Earth's natural beauty and in the loving relationships we share. Wherever love is present, he is there, now and forever.

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Kisa Valenti

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Alan Goldstein

Dear Frank,

After reading your moving tribute I can only say that had Dad read this he would have been... Read more Dear Frank,

After reading your moving tribute I can only say that had Dad read this he would have been as proud of and as grateful... Read more Dear Frank,

After reading your moving tribute I ... Read more

Frank Dinda

For a fledgling family such as mine, at such a tumultuous time in our history, your parents modeled kindness, creativity, generosity, understanding,  forgiveness. Your family home was an oasis: a sensory delight. It had such a healthy energy, particularly for a boy like me, struggling to find my way. You helped me become who I am today: a happy, healthy, productive person. You planted seeds in me that. while they laid dormant through hard times,  flourished as I came into my own. The love I have and share with all I know; the compassion and understanding I share with my loved ones and students, none of it would be the same if not for you, and if not for the love your father gave you. So much of what is important to me, personally and professionally, was influenced by you. Your family is never far from my thoughts, and no amount of time or space will diminish the love I have for you! I hope these next few weeks aren't too painful for you. Continue asking your father for advice. Keep asking him those questions. He's with you, and he's already given you the keys to all that matters.

For a fledgling family such as mine, at such a tumultuous time in our history, your parents modeled kindness,... Read more For a fledgling family such as mine, at such a tumultuous time in our history, your parents modeled kindness, creativity, generosity,... Read more For a fledgling family such as mine, at such a tumultuous... Read more

Alan Goldstein

Kinder and more insightful words were never written. I know that my parents would have been so happy to ... Read more Kinder and more insightful words were never written. I know that my parents would have been so happy to have read them, as am... Read more Kinder and more insightful words were never written.... Read more

Rosanne Bennett

I think of your mom and dad often, Allan and Marcy. They were always a joy to visit. I am so sorry for your loss. Condolences to your special mom, as well. Love, Rosanne

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Alan Goldstein

Thank you very much for your remembrances Rosanne. It is a loss we feel deeply every day. Mom has been ... Read more Thank you very much for your remembrances Rosanne. It is a loss we feel deeply every day. Mom has been suffering from dementia... Read more Thank you very much for your remembrances Rosanne. ... Read more

Sarah Colombo

I am sorry to read this, some people, it seems, should always Be and Walter was one of those, as is Elaine. I remember Walter chasing my mother around our house trying to get her to talk about a very important subject that she wanted to avoid. I was so impressed with his passion and commitment. My brother and I both felt something special for "The Goldsteins", one of the few couples we felt were warm, real, and always interested. When my father died, they were the one couple I really wanted to be at the small gathering in Vt. for him and they came. I wish I had said more, asked more questions...Elaine, you are on my mind. Love to all. I have thought of you both often...

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Alan Goldstein

"Thank you for your lovely remembrance Sarah. Please forgive my ignorance but am I correct to assume that... Read more "Thank you for your lovely remembrance Sarah. Please forgive my ignorance but am I correct to assume that you are Florence and... Read more "Thank you for your lovely remembrance Sarah. Please... Read more

Sarah Colombo

Forgive me for not including names---yes, I am Florence and Scott's daughter. You have written a wonderful... Read more Forgive me for not including names---yes, I am Florence and Scott's daughter. You have written a wonderful remembrance for a ... Read more Forgive me for not including names---yes, I am Florence... Read more

Alan Goldstein

Thanks so much Sarah. We greatly appreciate your kind words and thoughts. Thanks so much Sarah. We greatly appreciate your kind words and thoughts. Thanks so much Sarah. We greatly appreciate your kind... Read more