Obituaries

Condolences

• 09/03/2024

  Mary Hagan-Bessesen

  I am so very sorry for your loss! I love you all and I am keeping you all in my prayers.

• 09/03/2024

  Kathie (Hamilton) Rutherford

  Aunt Pat, Marianne, Thomas, Chelsea, and Haley, No word can discribe my sadness. Please know that I love you all and wish I could be there for you. We have so much to be thanksful for. We've been blessed all our lives with a wonderful family. Uncle Tony was the most loving, talented, accepting man on earth. Best memory..singing at our family picnics. I'll never forget the words to Bobby McGee or 5 foot 2, eyes of blue... Not many families get to have such a gem to look up to. I'm so glad I got to spend time with your Mom and Dad this summer.I pray God gives you all comfort and peace. All my love. Cuz Kathie

• 09/03/2024

  Suzy Bertino

  Hayley & Chelsea, I am so sorry for your and your family's loss. I know your Pap was such an amazing and well respected person. I only got to meet him once, but he left a lasting impression. He smiled and made me feel very welcome and I'm blessed that I got to meet him. He will be greatly missed by everyone. I love you and you and your family will be in my prayers. Love, Suzy

• 09/03/2024

  Bill Chesson

  Not only as a former patient, but as someone I very much respected. He will be missed not only by family, but by all who knew him.

• 09/03/2024

  Kathy Coleman

  Patty, Marianne (Haley & Chelsea), I am so sorry to hear about Tony's passing. He was like a second father to me. I have so many fond memories of the times I spent at your house when I was growing up.

• 09/03/2024

  Dale & Linda Kirkland

  We extend our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Golas and her family. Coach Golas will be remembered most fondly and with deepest respect for the work he did with our Springfield HS Class of 1957. He led our team in basketball to a 23-1 season. He led our team in baseball to the regional playoff level. Those are great memories. Being with him and Mrs. Golas at our reunions was special. He was a special man with talents to emulate.

• 09/03/2024

  Lil & Doug

  Our sincere sympathy to you, Marianne, and your family! May your grief and sadness be replaced with many happy memories. Thoughts and prayers ... God bless

• 09/03/2024

  Dan

  Pat & Marianne, Please accept my condolences. Tony was a most wonderful man. I shall always have fond memories of him not only at home playing music, but in the classroom and the office. I will pray for you all. Blessings, Dan Pinciaro

• 09/03/2024

  Kathy Corsi

  Pat and Marianne, I loved Tony..I think you knew that..he was so special and helped me so many times in my life. Pat, you and Tony were so loving to me when I would run into you in the grocery store and anywhere else we were in contact. I have so many fond memories of all of you. I know you were all the most important in his life. And I know he will forever be in your hearts with loving memories. I am saddened by his loss and I will never forget him With my very deepest sympathy and extending my thoughts and prayers Kathy Corsi.

• 09/03/2024

  Brian Allen

  Patty and Marianne, I was so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. I remember very fondly the years we lived next door to you. I could not have asked for a better neighbor than you and Tony. May God send his spirit to comfort you during this time. Brian

• 09/03/2024

  Debbie Caniff

  I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Golas's passing. He was a wonderful friend and classmate of my father, Larry Caniff. My father spoke of him often, and I also knew him. My condolences to you Mrs. Golas and your family.

• 09/03/2024

  June Ruff Leasure

  Dr. Golas so graciously gave me the opportunity to complete my school psychologist internship under his supervision in 1193-94. I learned so much from him and will never forget his patience and encouragement. God bless his family in the midst of your sorrow. June Leasure

• 09/03/2024

  Dianne James Thurston

  I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Golas' passing. He was my teacher @Springfield High School in '59 & '60. He was one of my favorite teachers. I think I excelled in typing and shorthand because of him. Always pleasant and ready to help. Please know that we are praying for your precious family.

• 09/03/2024

  Tony Corasaniti

  Dr. Tony Golas is one of the most wonderful people I have had the pleasure of knowing! He provided me with a wholesome and grounded view of love and life, being confident in who we are as individuals and bringing that to the world around us to change it for the better. My life is certainly better because of my interactions with him over many years. One of my fondest memories is the many times I would bump into Tony and Pat after their latest trip to a movie and got to hear a first hand review and witness a couple who always found time after many years to have dates together! Blessings on your family in this time of loss.

• 09/03/2024

  Jim Beatty

  Tony Golas was a "Man among Men" I am proud to of know him, be a friend and played for him. He will be missed by all that knew him. One of heaven's angels is going back home.

• 09/03/2024

  Charity Hospice

  Dear Mrs. Golas, Marianne, and Family Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Tony. No words could express the honor it was for all of us who had the opportunity to be with you during this time. Please know we are here for you in any way that you need us to be. With our Love & Prayers, Chalisa, Kim, Deanna, Tammy, Nicole, Becky, JoJo, Mary Ann, and Cathy

• 09/03/2024

  JoAnn Locascio Green

  I was so saddened to learn of the death of dear Tony Golas and my heart goes out to all of you, his wonderful family. He hired me at what used to be the Jefferson County Mental Health Center down on North 4th Street. That hiring changed my life as I fell in love with counseling and became a clinical social worker. I owe this to him. Such a wise mentor, employer and so well respected by all who knew him. He will always be in my heart and in my wonderful memories. Deepest sympathies to you all.

• 09/03/2024

  JERRY SIVETS

  WE WISH TO SEND OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES ON THE LOSS OF A TRULY FINE MAN.

• 09/03/2024

  Jane A Bowen-Day

  Aunt Pat & Marianne I am so sorry I wasn't there for Uncle Tony's funeral. I just found out today, 3/21/14 when I happened to call Maureen. I had no idea he had been ill. Shayla and I were talking about you all recently and how we would like to come and see you when the weather breaks. I will still try to do that Aunt Pat. I have such fond memories and I have missed you both. You all are in my prayers. Love, Janie & Shayla

• 09/03/2024

  Ann Kelley Nolan

  To Patty and Family: Sincerest Sympathy on the passing of Tony Golas. He was an enlightened man and a Gentleman. He had the gift of bringing you up higher when he talked with you. My sister Theresa Kelley McCartney just loved him. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Patty: How lucky you were to have had your soul mate for sixty three years. Sending you peace and healing energy. Blessings, Ann Kelley Nolan

• 09/03/2024

  Beth Manuel

  Dear Pat, I was saddened to read of your loss of the love of your life. Seeing you & your husband together laughing & joking was very touching. I'm very sorry for your loss.

• 09/03/2024

  Rich

  "Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life." John 5:24 My deepest sympathies to Mrs. Golas and daughter Marianne and families. I always enjoyed time spent in the company of Dr.Golas especially listening to him practice his acoustic guitar to Johnny Cash records. What a legacy he leaves in his wake. May God hold him close.

• 09/03/2024

  Dave Nicholson

  Dear Marianne, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I had him for a Professor at the Kent State Branch in East Liverpool for a couple of classes and learned a great deal on how to work with children. The last class I took from him was the year I graduated in 1975 and I started in Steubenville that same fall after my August Graduation. I hope to see you soon at the next retired teachers luncheon to tell you in person. I am sorry I couldn't make the visiting hours.

• 09/03/2024

  Carol Martin Barlow

  Deepest sympathy to all of you. Hugs to you all. Did not know of his passing until a few minutes ago. He was a wonderful person and a great teacher.

• 09/03/2024

  Bill Finn

  It was very emotional for me to hear about the passing of Coach Tony Golas. He was the most influential Coach and Teacher in my life. He coached me to be a tough disciplined winning basketball player; however his teaching of the importance of good sportsmanship and the respect for others was always his main objective. His tutoring on the basketball court and in the classroom was the inspiration for me to work towards getting a basketball scholarship and graduating with an Electrical Engineering degree. I will miss him and his friendly smile; but the wonderful memories of Coach Golas at Springfield Local High School will live forever! Bill Finn

• 09/03/2024

  Rose Marie "Wilsac" Vronick

  I was so saddened to hear about our memoriable "Teacher and Coach" from Springfield High School. Our Class of 1957 were always honored to have him present at our class reunions. Always smiling and so pleasant, he was a special friend to my Mother and Father. To Mrs. Golas and her family my his "Memory Be Eternal"

• 09/03/2024

  Courtney Peck-Swoyer

  First and foremost, I would like to tell you how horribly sorry I am to hear of the passing of both Mr. and Mrs. Golas. They were such sweethearts and you have no idea how much I enjoyed our conversations. I worked at The Ville for a year and a half and as many knew, they were one of the regulars. It always brightened my day to see their gorgeous smiling faces walking through the door. I would greet them and hold their hands as I walked them to the closest booth to the restroom, as they requested. On days that we were not busy, I would sit at the booth with them and we would talk anywhere from twenty minutes to an hour or two. They were my doll babies. I got to know and love them both very much. It really saddened me to hear the horrible news! God Bless all their family and friends and may they Rest In Peace! They will always hold a special place in my heart. Much love to both of you Angels!

• 09/03/2024

  Chuck Wilks

  I remember MR Golas (we all had respect for Mr Golas) as one of the all time best basketball coaches Springfield High School ever had, and his well renowned teams had respect from the other coaches and teams. He also had a way of conveying knowledge to people in a very understanding way - thus a great coach and a great teacher.

• 09/03/2024

  Sheila Cavalet

  My deepest sympathy to all of the Golas family. I worked at Jefferson County Mental Health many moons ago and had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Golas there. I will always remember his kindness, humility and warm smile. God bless all of you.

• 09/03/2024

  Gloria Renda

  Patty and family, My deepest sympathy at the loss of "Tony" my CCHS '46 classmate. He has left an indelible mark on the community and his family. It will be an honor to sing in the choir at his funeral. May he rest in peace. Gloria Renda

• 09/03/2024

  David Furbee

  To the family of Mr. Golas.....My most sincere sympathy on the death of a wonderful teacher and fine human being. David Furbee

• 09/03/2024

  marylynnesweeneyirwin

  I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Golas. I heard the news from Dale Kirkland . Dale and I were both in the class of 1957 at Springfield High School. In my mind's eye, I can still see the smile he seemed to always have when he passed you in the hall going to the next class. I am truly glad that we had a teacher who cared very much for his students. I will remember him as a caring person as I am sure other classmates will too.

• 09/03/2024

  Teresa Coulter Gagliardi

  My condolences to Mrs Golas and family. I had Dr Golas as an instructor at Kent State and remember him as a caring person. In later life would get to know him and family through his niece Vickie McQuistion. He also knew my dad and uncle. He always made me feel special when I would run into him. God Bless him.

• 09/03/2024

  Jo Platt

  Have a safe trip Dr. Golas....RIP