Thomas Goltry

Thomas Goltry

March 02, 1939 - March 11, 2017

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Dr. Thomas S. Goltry, 78, of Platteville, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2017, at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.  Tom was born on March 2, 1939, in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of T. Keith and Nelle (Coop) Goltry.  He was united in marriage to Carole Reese on August 12, 1961, at Dodgeville Methodist Church.  He graduated from Fairfield High School, and received his BS in Speech and Theatre from the University of Wisconsin – Platteville known as Wisconsin State College and Institute of Technology in 1961.  He received his MS from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1963, and later in 1969, Tom graduated with a Ph.D. in Speech and Theatre from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  Dr. Goltry taught at Western Illinois, Central Washington State College, and at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville where he started in 1970.  Tom retired in 2000, ending his career as a full professor and the Department Chair of Fine Arts.  He is remembered as a co-director of the Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival from 1976-1999.  Tom is survived by his wife, Carole of Platteville; sister, Marge Curson of New Jersey; two children Scott Goltry of Platteville, and Anne (Bill) Otto of Platteville; and three granddaughters, Hayley Goltry, Molly Otto and Lilly Otto.  A private family service is planned for a later date.  The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, is serving the family.  Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com.

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Richard and Karen Heer
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Our sympathy to all. What a fine family Tom and Carol raised. And three beautiful granddaughters, two of which live right next to us!! We certainly feel blessed to know your family. Richard and Karen Heer
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Diane Zilinski Nagy
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Carol and Family, I was privileged to have your husband and father as an instructor at UW-Platteville in the early 70's. I remember him fondly for he was a fine teacher, friend and mentor. I will remember him for his sense of humor and his kindness. to me. My heart goes out to you all, it is so hard to lose someone you love. You are in my thoughts and prayers and my heart aches for your loss. Warmest regards to you all. Diane
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Gene Schuldt
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Very sad to learn that one of my first theatre mentors, Dr Thomas S Goltry, former professor of theatre at UW-Platteville, & Associate Director of the now closed Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival for 23 yrs, passed away. We met in 1970 when he cast me as one of the leads in the first play he directed at Platteville, "The Firebugs", & theatre came into my life to stay, just like that... Not only a great teacher, he also loved his family deeply, & my condolences to Carole, Scott, Ann, & the rest of his family. Hundreds of his former students are currently thinking, "He was my favorite teacher!" He is greatly missed. RIP, Doc...
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Kay Helker
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Carole, Scott and Anne, My sincere sympathies to you. I first met Tom as a student in the theatre department of UW-Platteville. His patience, enthusiasm and sense of humor made him one of my favorite professors. And he was an occasional customer of mine at Helker Jewelry , who I so enjoyed waiting on when he was shopping for something special. He will be remembered by many for the kind gentleman he was. May you find peace. Kay
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Nita Kendrick Williamson
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All my love and sympathy to the family of this man that I was lucky enough to call my friend. So very sorry. Nita Kendrick Williamson
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Edward (Duddly)Duddleston
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Doc showed great love for his profession at UW Platteville. His ability to convey knowledge, leadership and friendship has always held a place in my heart. A joy to be around.

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