CYRIL GOSHIMA Obituary

I've known Dr. Goshima as my Dr.and friend for over 35 years. An amazing gentle, smart and thoughtful human being. I will miss him dearly! --Alex H

The best doctor ever. I went to him for over 45 years or longer. I was his first patient there. He treated me like family. O how I wish you was here and be my Doctor. The best ever. You was Love

My condolences to Dr G´s husband Barry & family at this difficult time. Dr G was my HIV doctor for several years. I wasn´t afraid as long as he was on board. He helped me when I had No insurance. What a rare gem he was. Rest in glory dear friend..I´ll forever be grateful.

Dr. G

it was such an HONOR to know you, work along side of you and face lifes challenges with you. Words cant express how truly BLESSED I was to learn so much from you; wheather it was in the medical field or in life; you helped shape the meaning of appreciation and compassion for others whos lives may have been altered in ways no one else could understand; and for this i will forever be Greatful. Your Story will forever live on thru the many patients, friends and loved ones. Thank You my Mentor and Best Friend. We Love You So Much and will Miss You Dearly!!

My sincere condolences to you Barry for this loss. I'll always remember the care and attention Cyril provided for Rogers. And I always have wonderful memories of your Thanksgiving lunches.

Never thought that the last time me met at the Royal would be the last. You were the best and I say mahalo nui loa for including me as ohana. Aloha a´hui hou, Uncle Mikey

oh how I love him. My doctor for 30yrs. Thanks Cyril, Rest in Peace. Watch over us. You will never be forgotten.

Dearest Friend rest in peace and we who were cared for by your tender touch will keep you in our hearts until our time comes. Barry my deepest sympathies are with you today and always .May you find solace in knowing how much you both enriched our lives
Sincerely , James Edward Deemer

The news of your passing saddened whole being. You were not just my employer, but my mentor, teacher and friend. You are such a unique person and I am so blessed to have known you. Thank you for everything you taught me Doc. May you rest in love

Cyril was not only a gentle and wonderful person, not just a doctor, not just a good husband, Cyril was indeed a saint. I have never heard anyone say an unkind word about him. Never! An important feature of Cyril`s life that may be unknown is that he took care of so many people who had no resources. He gave them excellent medical care just the same as those with money or insurance. Nobody was sent away. You couldn´t help but love Cyril because he was guileless, I feel so blessed to have known him for such a long time and to have learned from him and to have observed first hand his kindness and warmth. Cyril Goshima was a doctor´s doctor. Hawaii has Father Damien, Mother Marianne, and now we add Dr.Cyril Goshima .Msy you rest forever in heavenly peace, dear friend. I will miss you greatly, Cyril.

My heart is missing a friend and healer who altered my life forever. Loving hugs, Tony M.

My condolences to Dr. Goshima's ohana, especially Barry. I remember him when he took care of my Dad living in Palolo Valley. I remember his kindness and patience with my Dad. Even when Dad was moved to Palolo Chinese Home, Dr. Goshima would even periodically visit him even though Dad no longer visited his office. Oddly enough, he was a resident and neighbor along with Barry at our senior care home. His apartment was pretty close to ours. I only saw him once and I was happy that I told him who I was and thanked him for taking care of my Dad. He was not feeling well when I saw him, but I could see he was trying his very best to thank me for bringing my Dad to his office many years ago, He is and was the best doctor for all the people he cared for. And for all the amazing work with HIV patients when not too many doctors took them on for patients. He was a gem and not too many people in this world are like him. May you rest in peace Dr. Goshima. We will miss you as our neighbor, but fortunately we have Barry, our kind and caring neighbor. Aloha oe'

I was a new graduate nurse in 1980 and met Cyril when I was working on a medicine medical/surgical nurse at a local hospital. I will cherish the times spent. Laughing. Learning. Caring. Thank you Cyril for your compassion to others. Patients. Nurses. Peers. You made a difference. I was so very sorry to hear about your passing. Deepest condolences. I will cherish the times I had with you. You were special to many people and you always cared deeply for all of us. Ruth.

We were young once around 1977. We miss you Cyril.

As September changed to October we lost a bright light. Farewell Cyril. You are forever in our hearts. We miss you so much.

Thank you for being who you were. It was a mighty privilege to say I knew you. Thank you for everything you did for me.

Cyril, you were in Internal Med and I was in Pediatrics, but we bonded in committee meetings as fellow doctors. You were always friendly and unassuming, never patronizing to a junior colleague. Judging by all the comments from your patients, you succeeded in your vocation as a physician. May you rest in peace!

From a classmate at Maryknoll High School long ago. Condolences to the family. Rest in peace Cyril; you lived a full life.

My deepest condolences to the ohana, dr goshima was my mom and dad´s dr . He was very caring and my dad kept him on his toes but he always said I like your dad he keeps us busy. lol you definitely will be missed . Fly with angels

A role model as a young medical student and newly minted physician, a colleague from a far through many years. Your kindness and genuine interest left a lasting impression. I strive to touch as many lives as you have.

I loved Dr Goshima. He was my father's doctor, my doctor, my husband's doctor and eventually; my daughter's doctor. When my daughter was a young girl she said, "Mama how come Dr. Goshima can't be my doctor too?" I told her it was because she had to see a pediatrician. She begged me to ask Dr. Goshima if he could be her doctor too. Dr. Goshima was so sweet, and he agreed to take her on as his patient. I think about Dr. Goshima all the time. He was a wonderful, kind, trusted, and caring doctor. Visiting him was like visiting a close family friend. Dr. Goshima will be dearly missed.

Dr. Goshima was my Dr. for over thirty years. My office visits was like visiting family, my last visit was Aug. 2016 before relocating to Wa. State and haven´t been able to find a Dr. like Dr. Goshima, we lost a great man. With sympathy to his family God bless.

To a life well lived. Giving witness to Cyril´s humor, humility, gentleness, unassumingness, compassion and loving nature called forth a better self in all who knew and love him.

My Condolences to Barry, Elaine and Mindy. Time spent with Cyril and Barry our among my most treasured memories. Cyril will forever live in all who knew him. To know Cyril was to know love, generosity and acceptance.

I met Cyril when he first started his medical practice in Kaimuki just over 40 years ago. I was fortunate to witness on numerous occasions Cyril´s selfless and unassuming nature as he cared for patients, served on committees and boards, and hosting friends and family. His goodness remains a constant source of inspiration, a beacon of light. Rest in peace dear friend.

Cyril was is my doctor for over 30 years? He saved my life several times with his expert care. When I had a rare syndrome, he spent hours researching and found out the problem. That saved my life. I will always remember him more as friend and family in addition to my doctor. He also helped me in many other facets of my life, especially in relationships. I will always remember his smiling face and his true concern for my well-being. Goodbye Dr. Goshima I will miss you. Mike Young.

We are saddened to hear this news. Condolences to Barry, Elaine & Mindy. Rest in peace, dear cousin.

Blessings to Cyril and Barry. I will miss Cyril.He was a wonderful person, friend, always thinking of others first and genuinely kind hearted. He was dedicated to giving his best to all his patients. He will be missed. Sending Barry endless hugs and prayers. We love you

I will always cherish him as a kind and incredible mentor. He dedicated and committed himself and his team to supporting the U.S. Pacific Island Jurisdictions in efforts to care for people living with HIV/AIDS and ensure treatment and prevention services are well coordinated across our islands. He left a lasting legacy for generations to come. We will miss you Doc. Goshima. Rest in Peace. Bernie (Guam)

Cyril. Thank you for caring for my parents and being such a kind and loving soul. Peace be with you always.

Cyril was the most caring and generous individual I have ever known. Rest in peace.

Hey Cyril, sorry to see you go. I knew you when you were a true leader at Maryknoll High School. Please say hello to all our class mates who have gone before us. Heaven is smiling.

My deepest condolences and prayers. Cyril will be greatly missed and treasured. His quiet, gentle, kindness, and humility were and are inspiring. The world and especially Hawaii and his family and friends have been blessed and will undoubtedly continue to receive his kindness and compassion. It is imprinted in our hearts.

Dr. Goshima was the best physician ever. His bedside manner was the best. He knew exactly how to treat all ailments and explained it to our understanding. You are truly missed! I think of you everyday. Your former patient!