Robert Goldsmith (23 Apr 1937 - 19 Jul 2019)

Donate in memory of
RobertDiabetes UK

£230.00 + Gift Aid of £47.50
In partnership with

Donate in memory of
RobertThe Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

£525.00 + Gift Aid of £111.25
In partnership with

Location
St John the Evangelist Church Shirley Church Road Croydon CR0 5EF
Date
15th Aug 2019
Time
3pm
Open map

Print

Robert was incredibly active to the last moment, and we are amazed that he has fitted in so much into his life. He loved people and was active with the Red Cross and Girlguiding, volunteering alongside his wife for many years. He loved playing Bridge and was very good at it, as he had been at Chess in his early years. His Heron dinghy gave him much pleasure Sunday afternoon racing at Chipstead Sailing Club, and he was membership secretary followed by being treasurer for some years to the Heron Association and for ten years was treasurer at Chipstead. He was presented with an award from the RYA by Princess Ann for services to sailing in 2013. He loved sport generally all his life, active in rugby when young and supporting Crystal Palace from the terraces. He was treasurer for Diabetes UK (Croydon) and actively worked to improve the care in Croydon, and awareness for people of all ethnicities. He had so many interests it is almost impossible to cover them all, but it is clear he cared, and he made a difference. He cared passionately about his family, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, and for him their existence made his life worth living. He will be much missed.

Sheila and Terry Tall donated in memory of Robert
Add a Donation
Anne Pardon wrote

In memory of Robert always helping others.

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Andy Goldsmith donated £20 in memory of Robert
Add a Donation
Christine Gage donated £20 in memory of Robert

Remembering a lovely man and the many happy times we spent on holiday with him and Gillian. Rest in peace. xx

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Robert Watkinson donated in memory of Robert

In memory of a lovely man

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Robert Watkinson wrote

In memory of a lovely man

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Peter MOULTON wrote

Love and condolences from Carol and Peter

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Peter MOULTON wrote

Love and sincerest condolences from Carol and Peter

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Bob Dear donated £30 in memory of Robert

I got to know Robert through his work on the local Diabetes Group committee. In his role as treasurer his guidance and confidence was always reassuring for me and I'm sure his fellow committee members. Yesterday we heard wonderful stories from family and friends and talked to many old friends, some of whom I already knew from unexpected places. He will be sadly missed and my thoughts are with Gillian and her supportive family. Goodbye Robert.

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Angie Martin donated in memory of Robert
Add a Donation
Tony Rowe wrote

A very fine man

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Christine Healey donated £10 in memory of Robert

A good man

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Christine Healey donated £10 in memory of Robert

Such a lovely man

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Janet and Barrie Austin donated in memory of Robert

Remembering Robert with love and thanks for all the help he gave to so many people. He will be greatly missed. Love to Gill and all the family, especially thinking of them today.
Jan, Barrie and girls

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Kim Brett donated £30 in memory of Robert

Many fond memories of Robert's company, sailing together, his cheerfulness, and his encouragement. A lovely man.

Kim and Alison xx

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Rick Poole donated £25 in memory of Robert

A true gentleman who will be sadly missed

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Rick Poole wrote

A real gentleman that will be sadly missed

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Kay Bance donated £20 in memory of Robert

Remembering Robert with fondness, love from Kay, Alan, Antonia and family.xx

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Kay Bance wrote

Remembering Robert with fondness, love from Kay, Alan , Antonia and family. x

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Dawn Middleton donated £30 in memory of Robert
Add a Donation
Andy Bebington donated £20 in memory of Robert

Thank you Robert for all that you have cheerfully done for the local community over many years. Rest in Peace

Report abuse
Comment on this message
John & Margaret Vickery donated £100 in memory of Robert

A great friendship, very much missed.

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Stuart Ford donated £30 in memory of Robert

Rest in peace Robert. All our love Stuart, Vicky & Rebecca xx

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Katie Harle donated £20 in memory of Robert

Having been friends with Steve for over40 years I will always remember how welcome Robert - and Jill, always made us feel . In the earlier years I remember Robert , my dad and a number of others having their “card evenings “ which were always loud and full of laughter. I will remember Robert with a smile on his face and his clear love for Jill, Peter, Steve And Karen And their families . Rest in peace Robert .

Report abuse
Comment on this message
wendy montague donated in memory of Robert

Although we didnt meet up much we have very happy memories of time spent with Robert Gill and the family.Barabara especially has close links with Gill and her mother and remembers their kindness to her too.Our thoughts are with Roberts family and many friends.With our love ,Barabara,Wendy and the family xxx

Report abuse
Comment on this message
John and Margaret Harewood donated £30 in memory of Robert

Thoughts of a great friend and the lovely times we all spent together.

Report abuse
Comment on this message
Margaret and John Harewood wrote

So many lovely thoughts and memories of a dear friend.We had some wonderful times to look back and think about with you Gill and Karen.

Report abuse
Comment on this message
George and Pam Cliffe donated £100 in memory of Robert

In Loving Memory of Robert Goldsmith

Report abuse
Comment on this message
John and Maureen Stuchbery donated in memory of Robert

Thanks for almost 50 years of friendship and companionship.

Report abuse
Comment on this message
ROSEMARY HAMMICK donated in memory of Robert

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WITH GILLIAN AND FAMILY, NOW AND ALWAYS.
ROSEMARY

Report abuse
Comment on this message