April 19, 1954 �" March 5, 2012
Michael Howard Goglia, born April 19, 1954, passed away at the age of 57 on March 5. A longtime resident of San Francisco, he died at the home of a close friend, Gayle Harlow.
Michael, whose father was a harbormaster on Narragansett Bay, grew up in Bristol, Rhode Island and loved the water. Landing in San Francisco in the late 1970s as a handsome man, he quickly became a popular addition to the Castro. While managing Moby Dick bar in the late 1980s, he became known for his lavish and unique parties that were thrown with his close friend Pamela Howell.
Michael is survived by his ailing father David Goglia; brother David Goglia Jr.; Aunt Felicia; his dog Ditto; as well as a long list of friends. Michael is predeceased by his mother, Ruth Goglia; Uncle Ray; longtime companion Russ Fields; close friend Dan; and beloved dogs Goofy and Teddy.
Michael was a wonderfully loyal and compassionate friend who was always there for his friends. So, it is in Michael's honor that Erin Lavery and Pamela Howell are throwing a celebration of life at Moby Dick, 4049 18th Street, this Sunday, April 22, from 7 to 9 p.m.