Joseph Charles Goldsborough
March 6, 1936 ~ September 21, 2010
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at 10:00 AM in St. John's Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, Maryland.
Visitation:
The Family will receive friends on Friday, September 24, 2010 from 5:00PM-8:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel, Leonardtown, MD, where prayers will be recited at 7:00PM.
Joseph C. “Joe” Goldsborough, 74, of Hollywood, MD died September 21, 2010 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. Born March 6, 1936 in Hollywood, MD he was the son of the late Delmas and Loretta Hayden Goldsborough. He was the loving husband of the late Margaret Agnes Goldsborough whom he married in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD and she preceded him in death on June 16, 2006. Mr. Goldsborough is survived by his son Wayne Goldsborough (Eileen) of Lexington Park, MD. He is also survived by his siblings; Bobby Goldsborough (Pat) of Hollywood, MD, Tommy Goldsborough (Rose) of Mechanicsville, MD and Dorothy Ann Lopitz of Hollywood, MD as well as 2 Grandchildren; Paul and Alan Goldsborough. Mr. Goldsborough was an owner and operator of Goldsborough Construction for 62 years, retiring in 1995. He was a member of the Hollywood Moose Lodge, and enjoyed softball, fishing and crabbing. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 24, 2010 from 5:00-8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel, Leonardtown, MD with prayers being said at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 25, 2010, at 10:00 AM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be John Chapman, Richie Bowles, Hank Hayden, Chuck Hayden, Wade Norris, and Willie Johnson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Kenny Dement, Ralph Moran, Bill Revere, Bear Johnson, Sparky Woodburn, Richard Fritz, Capt. Jim, Kevin Guy and Dr. J. Contributions in memory of Mr. Goldsborough can be made to St. John’s Building Fund, 43950 St. John’s Road, Hollywood, MD 20636.
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“Joe will be missed by all that knew him. His family is in my thoughts and prayers. God bless Joe!”
“So sorry Wayne and the rest of the Goldsborough family for your loss. As much time as you and I spent together growing up, your dad was like a second father to me. I always enjoyed talking with Joe. Don’t think I ever met a more “do anything for you” type person in the world. Joe and I had that extra little bond with having the same birthday. I’m sure your dad is now building houses and cleaning up everything at first base in the promise land. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the Goldsborough family and may God’s grace be with you.”
“Dottie – My deepest sympathy to you all. I know you will miss Joe. You were such a good sister and were always there for him and Margaret. I used to love to hear you two razz each other; don’t know who could come back the fastest!! Take care, and my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. “
“Joe, my oldest brother. I don’t think I ever told you how much I loved you and was so proud of you. Even though you sometimes acted “rough and tough”, I knew you had a heart of gold and would always be there for me. You fought such a long, hard battle, especially this last year and I wish I could have done more to make your life a little easier. My final prayer for you is that you are at peace and dancing with Margaret in heaven. “
“We are so sorry about Joe’s passing. He was a wonderful man. We have some great softball memories of him to treasure. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Wayne, Bobby, Tommy and Dorothy Ann: We will keep you and your families in our prayers. Joe’s death happened so quickly. I don’t know what heaven will be like with Dad and Joe up there together! That old Hollywood gang will hang together I’m sure – a little bit of card playing, a little bit of softball, a little bit of pool and quite a bit of cheer!! We will see everyone at the services.”
“To the Goldsborough Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. Joe was a wonderful person and a great friend and will truly be missed..”
“To the Goldsborough Family, I am so sorry for your loss Joe was a very nice person who always made me smile. He is going to be missed.”
“Wayne and Family, We have been close friends with Joe for a long time. He was a great friend and helper. When you needed a good laugh he was always there for you. He has been the thru so much over the years and alway’s stood strong,there was so much we learned from him. We will miss him very much. We are very sorry for your loss, he was a great person and we will miss him very much.”
“My sincerest condolesces to the Goldsborough Family. I truly enjoyed our chats and will miss him greatly. He was a friend you could count on. “
“Bobby, Tommy, Dorothy Ann, Wayne and Joe’s entire family, I was so sad to hear of Joe’s death today from Terri. I did get to see him on my last visit from Florida at Bert’s having his dinner. I used to babysit for Wayne when I was a kid myself, and have nothing but fond memories of Joe and Margaret. They were the best couple. They made me laugh. They are together again now. I hope your wonderful memories of Joe will help you through this sad time and know he is in a very good place now, and you will reunite with him one day! God Bless each one of you and my prayers are with you.”
“Dottie and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Joe was a very special man and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“To the Goldsborough Family,I haven’t known Joe as long as most, but I got to know him very well in the short time that I knew him. He taught me how to go trot lining for crabs, almost fell out of the boat that day. He had the grumpiest sense of humor but I loved him for it! He was always there for his true friends anytime they needed him. I will always remember your dad and grandpa. He was a great man and loved you all very much. I will miss him and I will never forget him. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. I’ll treasure his memory always. You are in my prayers. “
“To the Goldsborough family I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was a great person and friend. He always had something to say to everyone. He will be missed.”
“To the Goldsborough Family: Joe is now with his Margaret and both of them are pain free. The last time we saw him in the nursing home he said he thought he was on his way out. We planned to visit again but he is now in a better place. May he rest in peace.”
“Wayne and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Joe from way back when. If was a Hammett Back and the crowds would all meet at Pennies for the dances. Joe enjoyed life, and especially his life with Margaret. He is with her now and is in no more pain. I recently talked with Joe at the Nursing Home. Melissa took me to his room to see him. He recognized me right away. Take care of yourself now.”
“Wayne, Bobby, Tommy, Dottie & Family My condolence to all of you. He will be a great loss to many and to the ones that did not know how talented he was. It hasn’t been that long that Joe showed up with Wayne at Jim’s Viewing and I was so happy to see him. Jim & Joe worked together building and now I believe that the two of them are together again doing some type construction. Joe had meant so much to us. I am glad that he was able to build my house. I’m forever greatful for knowing him . “
“To the Goldsborough family Joe will be truly missed I got to know him when I helped take care of Margaret at the nursing home he would come in with a smile on his face. I share alot of memories with Joe from the nursing home to Dew Drop Inn. He will be truly missed. Joe would call or come by the nursing home and we would have a good time with him. I love Joe and I will miss him dearly. God Bless”
“To The Goldsborough Family, May you find Comfort in the day’s ahead. Prayers for you all.”
“To the Goldsborough family I amd so sorry for your loss. Joe was a wonderful man with a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone. What I will miss most will be his voice at Dew Drop yelling “Come here doll baby”. Dance with Margaret and hold her tight. Love ya!!”
“Goldsborough Family, What a person Joe was, He was our coach way back when we played soft ball. He would make you mad, and in the next minute he would have you laughing. What a character. I know you will all miss him, But you have those memories. My prayers are with you Jo Allen”
“We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. He will be greatly missed by many as you know. We send our condolences, thoughts and prayers to the whole Goldsborough Family.”
“Our Condolence to the Goldsborough Family.”
“Wayne, Eileen, Paul, Alan and the Goldsbourgh family, It sadden’s our hearts to know that Joe has passed! Known you to many years to come up with a number, Joe and those twinkling eyes will be missed by so many ~ just know anytime, anywhere, anyway where there, Your in our hearts always have always will! See you soon, Love you so much Robin, Donnie, Tara and Bubbles”
“Wayne, We are so sorry to see your father has passed away. He seemed to be quite the fisty fellow, and was such a hoot, so we sure didn’t expect this to happen anytime soon. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.”
“Wayne; Very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time. If there is anyting we can do to help please let us know.”
“Joe Goldsborough and his brothers built my daddy’s house in Chaptico. It cost $14,000 in 1969. How times have changed. When I covered sports Joe was playing softball for Dean’s, Sunoco and I always enjoyed those games. He will be missed by many.”
“Bobby, Tommy, Dorothy Ann, and family: Son and I were saddened to learn of Joe’s passing. Sandy Bottom won’t be the same without him. He was a kind and fun loving man. I have many fond memories of our childhood days that I will always cherish. We will never forget how he took care of Margaret in the last years of her illness. He was remarkable. Our prayers are with you and the family during this sorrowful time. Love, Son and Elaine”
“Wayne, Dottie and Family; I’m glad to have known your Dad, Joe and what a good man he was. I will be out of town so I won’t be at the services. But I will have you’ll in my prayer’s. Stay strong!”
“Wayne, words cannot express how much I will miss Joe!! Going over and hanging with your dad was something I will always cherish! Bandaging up that toe for him and telling him I am gonna boop him if he didnt listen to me makes me smile because he would just sit there and say ok I wont hurt my toe again. He spoke of his loving wife often and missed her greatly. I know he is happy now being with Margret again. But he will surely be missed here as well. “
“Wayne & Family: I have many fond memories of things your parents, Mike and I did together. Your Dad was a very kind and caring person. His soul will be happy to be reunited with Margaret, his family members and the many friends that are waiting to welcome him home in heaven.”
“Wayne and the Goldsborough Family – So sorry for the loss of Joe. He was a great friend and neighbor. I have so many great memories of childhood times Tony and I spent at the Goldsborough house. Joe was like a 2nd Dad and will really be missed. Our Prayers are with you. If you need anything don’t hesitate to call. “
“Wayne , Tommy , Bobby and Dottie. We are so sorry for your loss. Losing a loved one is never easy , but keeping his memory alive will help ease the pain. You know how happy he is to be back with his life long love ” Margaret “. We hope you find comfort is knowing they are together again.”
“Wayne & family; I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Joe’s passing. please accept our condolences. Crystal, Craig, Lisa and Roger”
“Dottie, Bobby and family, I was sad to hear of Joe’s passing. I always looked forward to seeing him on pool nights, his gruff exterior did not mask his big heart no matter how hard he tried. I hope you have some comfort in knowing he’s at peace and with his loved ones. My deepest sympathies to you all.”
“I am so sorry for your loss, he was a good man. I bet my father was there waiting to welcome him in heaven.”
“”To the Goldsborough family I am So sorry for you Loss. Joe was a great person. Everytime I went to dew drop I would see him sitting at the end of the bar, and he would give me a big hug and a kiss on the cheek. He will Be truley Missed.” “
“Deeply saddened to hear of the loss Joe. He will be greatly missed Tommy & Bobby & Dorthy “
“JOE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY OF HIS FRIENDS AND FAMILY YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. I AM SURE JOE WILL BE UP THERE WITH A LOT OF HIS FRIENDS FROM HOLLYWOOD COUNTING MY HUSBAND JOHN PLAYING CARDS OR POOL. HE WILL BE MISSED. “
“Wayne , Eileen and all the Goldsborough Family We were so sorry to hear of Joe’s death. He was such a fun,nice, friendly and generous man. We had many good times with Joe and Margaret and we treasure all those memories. Joe was so dedicated to Margaret and did so much for her in her time of need and never complained. I know he will be so missed and hope just knowing he is with Margaret once again help ease your pain. Again our sincere sympathy to you all. Love Wayne and Joan”
“My thoughts and prayers goes out to the entire Goldsborough family. I have fond memories of Joe and I think alot of the whole family.”
“I am sorry about your loss. I alway enjoyed talking to Joe. “
“Wayne- So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I only met him a few times but he seemed like a really good guy. I hope your memories of him help to comfort you in the coming days. Take care…”
“Dottie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Goldsborough family during this sad time. Joe was a wonderful man who made everyone smile. Sandy Bottom will never be the same. Rest in Peace Joe. Magen and Lee Brickman”
“Wayne, Eileen and Boys. We are so sorry for your loss. If you need any thing please call us we are right around the corner. You all are always in our thoughts.”
“Wayne; I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. He was a wonderful man. I will never forget him. Just know that he is in a better place and back with your Mom. My thoughts and prayers go out to and your entire family. Dee “
“Rest in Peace Dear Joe. To the Goldsborough family… may God hold you in His hands through this difficult time. Joe was a wonderful man and loved by many. God Bless you all “
“The Goldsborough family, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Please don’t hesitate to ask if you need anything. Joe was a great man who will be deaply missed by many. We all loved the “Dew Drop, and Hole in the Wall” times. Just know and believe that Joe is in a better place! We love you Joe!!!”
“Tommy,Bobby,Dorothy Ann and family.We,re so sorry to hear of Joe,s passing.You are in our thoughts and prayers.God bless all of you .you’ll always have his memories in your hearts.”
“Dorothy Ann, I recognized your brother as soon as I clicked on to the Mattingly-Gardiner page. I am so sorry for your loss – being the baby in the family must be hard on you. Hope you are well and happy. Your old friend, Pat”
“We have so many wonderful memories of Joe and Margaret who he loved so dearly. We will miss his easy and sincere ways. Doctor ‘J'”
“Wayne & Dottie we are so sorry for your loss, Joe was a dear friend and was loved by all. He will be missed greatly.”
“Blessings and prayers to the Goldsborough Family at the news of Joe’s passing, a good friend and a good man.”
“My thoughts and prayers go out to the Goldsborough Family during this sad time. I only knew Joe for a few years, but I loved him alot, he always made be laugh.”
“We were saddened to hear of Joe’s passing. I have such great memories of playing softball with and for Joe at Dean’s Sunoco. He was such a good competitor. The times that I worked in the tobacco fields and ate oysters with Joe have always been great memories. God bless you, Joe. “
“Dear Wayne, So sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was a good man who loved his family and worked hard. I bet Margaret was waiting with open arms. We will keep you and the boys in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Charles & Millie”
“MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO JOE’S FAMILY. I WORKED FOR HIM AND HE WAS A GREAT GUY. HE KEEP ME LAUGHING…MAY HE REST IN PEACE! “
“Our prayers go out to all the Goldsborough family. Joe & I grew up together in Sandy Bottom. Whenever we met he was always happy and made you feel like his best friend. He will be missed by his many many friends.”
“Wayne and family, I’m so sorry about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Wayne and Family; Joe was a wonderful man with a wonderful smile for everyone he met. He will be missed by everyone in Hollywood and beyond. He is at peace now. I shared many great times with Danny and Joe. Kathy”
“Dottie and the Goldsborough family, I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was one of a kind I will miss him greatly. He always had a smart comment to me on pool nights. I will always remember his smart and wit on a pool table. May he rest in peace and be happy with his beloved Margaret again.”
“To the Goldsborough Family, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My husband and I thought the world of Joe. We are the couple that turned his one scooter into a “hot rod”. I was a bartender at Dew Drop. I will never forget the night that he sat with me all night in the bar until it was time for me to close up, just so he could make sure I was safe and walk me to my car. Joe like to pretend he was a grumpy old guy….but was only loveable to me. He will deeply missed. “
“Wayne and family, Joe has has always felt like part of our family. Danny, I and the girls have many happy memories. He will be missed. My thoughts and prarys are with you all.”
“To the Goldsborough family. Was sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. I’ll keep you in my daily prayers & God Blees all of you.”
“Our deepest sympathy.”
“Goldsborough Family, I was very saddened to hear of Mr. Goldsborough’s passing. He was a wonderful man whom I thought a great deal of. He always would get after me because his name was JOE not MR. GOLDSBOROUGH, then he’d just laugh and say “Dollbaby you can call me whatever you want!” He would always bring me up pictures of him and Margaret when they were younger show them to me, they made him so happy to look at…which makes me beleive he’s exactly where he wanted to be now. Love you Mr. Goldsborough! “