Robert J Goldberger, MD
August 19, 1931 - September 22, 2017
Robert J. Goldberger, MD, 86 Born to Melvin and Bertha on August 19, 1931 at Columbia Hospital in Milwaukee, Robert would end up spending much of his working life at the same hospital. Beloved husband of Muriel for 61 years of enduring love. He leaves behind his children: Debra (Ken), Joe (Christine), Lori and Jeffrey (Nicole); grandchildren: Kendall (Josh), Danielle, Sam, Jack, Olivia, Lucy Jane and Boo Too, as well as nieces and nephews. He was a most respected surgeon and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, practicing at both Mt. Sinai and Columbia for 33 years. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison Medical and undergraduate schools, then took his residency at the University of Colorado-Denver. He served in the Air Force for two-years, with a stint in Greenland and then at Vandenburg Airforce Base in Monterey, California. Among his many passions, his greatest pleasure was his boat, which he kept at McKinley Marina. His love for fishing began as a child on the boundary waters of Camp Manito-wish in Boulder Junction and later included fishing with his boys in Canada and Florida. As he aged, he took up golf, joining Brynwood Country Club and Arrowhead Country Club in Phoenix, where he wintered. He started skiing as a child and first skied at Aspen in 1949 and during his medical residency, served on the ski patrol at Winter Park. He skied the world with family and friends in tow. He was a wonderful father, always putting the needs of his family ahead of his own. We will all miss you so. Private services will be held. His family is not receiving.
Robert J. Goldberger, MD, 86 Born to Melvin and Bertha on August 19, 1931 at Columbia Hospital in Milwaukee, Robert would end up spending much of his working life at the same hospital. Beloved husband of Muriel for 61 years of enduring love.... View Obituary & Service Information