Mike Allen Goldman, 70, passed away on July 19, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, on Oct. 24, 1955, Mike made his home in Overland Park, Kansas, for 44 years.
Mike was a talented musician and songwriter, equally at home behind the drums, on guitar or singing lead. He was a mainstay of the Kansas City music scene, performing regularly at venues such as BB’s, Knuckleheads and Firehouse, where he was known and loved by fellow musicians and fans alike.
Mike began his career working in the clothing industry at Hearts Design before earning his degree in HVAC from Johnson County Community College. He went on to spend more than 20 years working in the HVAC field.
Mike married Carol Goldman (née Goldstein) on April 20, 1986.
Mike is survived by his wife, Carol Goldman; his sisters, Sandra Welsh, Deanna Roseman, Shirley Shaltout and Elaine Quinlan; his brothers, Steven Goldman and Jerry Goldman; his sons, Marty and Shawn Goldman; his grandsons, Kobe, Kyler and Gage Goldman, Ian Baughman, and Chase Fox; his granddaughter, Kayrizma Mure; and his great-grandson, Oakland Amari.
Mike will be remembered for his music, his warmth and the mark he left on everyone who heard him play.
Funeral services were on July 22 at Louis Memorial Chapel. Burial followed at Rose Hill Cemetery. Online condolences may be left for the family at louismemorialchapel.com.
