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Carl Goldstein
Friend of the Class of 55
On Nov 3, a ceremony was held at West Point to officially recognize Carl Goldstein as a Friend of the Class of 55. Carl was Kelly's main assistant in the running of the famous Lichtenberg tailgate parties at West Point and Carl continues to keep them going in Kelly's name.
The ceremony was kicked off after the Army/Air Force game with an introduction by the Supt, LTG Huntoon. Our Class President introduced Pat Vitty who presented Carl with a grey apron to wear at the tailgates saying 'Generous Friend' in black and 'Class of 1955' in gold. Charlie then presented Carl with a Certificate designating him as an Official Friend of the Class of 1955. Carl accepted the certificate wearing his new tailgate apron.
As a 'Friend of the Class' we will add Carl to our on-line roster and provide him access to our Class nets and Home Page.
The pictures from the ceremony may be seen at
Friend of the Class of 55 - NOV 2012
Jack Campbell
30 November 2012
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Carl Goldstein
It is my sad duty to report the passing of Carl Goldstein on October 19. The memorial service for Carl will take place today, Monday Oct 21, at Riverside Memorial Chapel, 180 West 76th Street (between Amsterdam and Columbus), in NYC at 1145.
The shiva will be immediately following the burial (that will take place Mon afternoon in Long Island) at the home of Scott and Vanessa Goldstein, 10 Birch Drive, Roslyn until 9pm.
Shiva on Tuesday and Wednesday will be at 50 Sutton Place, New York, apt 9G from 12 noon till evening.
Carl was a loyal supporter of the West Point Community and especially to our class. On Sep 26, 2012 he was made an official 'Friend of the Class of 1955' by a unanimous vote of the EXCOM Committee.
Carl will be greatly missed.
In sadness...
~jackC
Jack Campbell
21 October 2013
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Carl Goldstein
Lichtenberg & Co. mourns the passing of Carl Goldstein, our Vice Chairman, friend and colleague of 40 years. His business skill and leadership are surpassed only by the warmth of his friendship and the generosity of his heart. Our deepest sympathy to Lynn, Scott, Wendy and the entire Goldstein family.
The New York Times
Oct. 20, 2013
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Carl Goldstein
GOLDSTEIN--Carl, age 71, passed away on October 19th, 2013. He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Lynn Goldstein, his children Scott and Vanessa Goldstein, Wendy and Steven Yevoli and his grandchildren, Bryn, Reid, Dean, Sloane and Trace. He loved life and always had a smile on his face.
The New York Times
Oct. 21, 2013
Carl Goldstein
GOLDSTEIN--Carl. The Officers, Governors and Members of the Friars Club deeply mourn the loss of their beloved friend and member, Friar Carl Goldstein. A Friar since January 1999, Carl Goldstein was a man of integrity and immense kindness.
For the past 14 years our club has been blessed with the omnipresent spirit of Carl Goldstein. His goodwill and best wishes, along with his sage wisdom and tireless hard work, made the Friars Club all the better for having him as a member. In his role as House Committee Chairman, Governor of the Friars Club, Vice President of the Friars Foundation and Chairman of its Adopt a Scholar program; there has never been a more committed Friar than was he.
We, along with his Friends at the United States Military Academy at West Point, as well as the entire textile industry shall miss him dearly. His memory and contribution will linger for many years to come. Our heartfelt condolences to the entire Goldstein family for their loss. We are proud to have had him as a member.
Friars Foundation
Chairman: Ambassador Joseph Zappala
Vice Chairman Myron 'Mike' Shevell
Friars Club Abbot: Jerry Lewis
Dean Freddie Roman
The New York Times
Oct. 22, 2013
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USMA Class of 1955 Housing Area
Kelly Lichtenberg
[JUN 2008]
The USMA Coaches Housing Project, sponsored by the Class of 1955, under the guidance of Herb (Kelly) Lichtenberg, is completed and the seventeen houses are occupied by ODIA Corps Squad Head Coaches. The entire Housing Area is prominently identified by the Brass Plaque on the huge boulder at the entrance, which reflects 'USMA Class of 1955'.
Upon the completion of the first eight houses, Kelly 'named' each by placing a small placard with the name of an individual on the lawn in front of the house. It was his plan to continue this practice as the remaining houses were completed. When we lost Kelly, Lou Gross, class of 1954, replaced Kelly and continued the project to its completion. Three additional names were added by Lou Gross, leaving six without the placard.
A few weeks ago, Lou contacted me and asked that I provide six names for the, to date, unnamed houses. I tasked a past president of the class to organize a committee and provide six recommended names. After a very thorough and detailed process, six names were recommended, and the Class EXCOM voted to accept the recommendations. The names were provided to Lou Gross, and they will be included on the placards.
The next, and final, item to be accomplished with this project is to organize and schedule a formal presentation of this Class gift to West Point. Lou Gross and I are in the process of coordinating this with the appropriate authorities. Stay tuned, folks, for this glorious event.
Names on Placards Selected by Kelly
*MG Philip Draper, given by his daughter, Linda Draper Newton
* Walter Kaye, Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army
* Maggie Dixon
* West Point Class of 1955 (To be replaced with a Committee selected name)
* Carl Goldstein
* Marty Silverman, Friend of West Point
* Lewis Zickel, West Point Class of 1949
* Rod Vitty, West Point Class of 1955
* Carl McNair, West Point Class Of 1955
Names added by Lou Gross
* Pete Fikaris
* Charlie Johnson
* Dave Wheeler
Names selected by Committee
* Tom Bell
* Dave Burroughs
* Tom McCarthy
* Donne Olvey
* Bob Strati
* Fred Woerner
Charlie Johnson
26 September 2014
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USMA Class of 1955 Housing Area
The EXCOM voted to place ten small brass plaques on the houses in the coach housing area at an approximate cost of $6000. Each plaque would have one name from the following list: Pete Fikaris, Charlie Johnson and Dave Wheeler (Added by Lou Gross); Tommy Bell, Dave Burroughs, Tom McCarthy, Donne Olvey, Bob Strati and Fred Woerner (Named by Committe); and Carl Goldstein Friend of West Point Class of 1955. Classmates will have West Point Class of 1955 with their names. Tom Horst will check to see if plaques are authorized for the houses and other details.
22 July 2015
Dedication of Goldstein Field
West Point Association of Graduates, in partnership with Army West Point Athletics, dedicated the new Goldstein Field on May 6. The field is named in memory of Carl Goldstein, a longtime West Point supporter and dedicated Army fan. Lead donors to the project are the Goldstein and Lichtenberg families, with additional gifts from Chris C. Casciato and Anthony Guzzi.
The new artificial turf field adjacent to the practice football field and to the east of the Foley Athletic Center will provide additional practice space for corps squad teams. Goldstein Field will support the increased needs of existing athletics programs, as well as the new Women's Lacrosse team.
Carl Goldstein was the longtime business partner and friend of Herbert S. Lichtenberg '55 and his brother, Alan A. Lichtenberg '51. Mr. Goldstein was a loyal supporter of West Point and he was named an honorary member of the USMA Class of 1955. Along with the Lichtenberg family, he funded athletics as well as programming and capital needs for the Jewish community at West Point.
12 MAY 2017
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