Dear family, deeply touched and still in disbelief as I found out about the tragic accident that Gojko has suffered.
Gojko was a trusted friend and a great peson all around, in every segment of his existance.
I will cherish our friendship and our times spent at Berklee as students for ever. He was an accomplished musician and a man with many passions which he persued with admirable drive.
He served as a great role model for my endeavors im many aspects.
My condolences go to his family, and first and foremost to Giorgio.
With deepest respect to the memory of Gojko,.
Sincerely,
Ivan Ilić

Dear Gojko family,

I am sad I wasn’t able to attend yesterday’s service for our friend. It was beautiful and I am sending love to everyone. 

I remember Gojko was deeply touched when he heard me sing this little part of the Serbian Folk song Tamo Daleko, which my mom used to sing to me as a lullaby (she is basically tone deaf so changed the scale)

“Mara, you don’t understand” Gojko insisted “because you have never heard the original you sing it very differently and it’s very special. I forbid you listen to the original until we record it.”

Gojko asked me to record it and send it to him. We wanted to record it, but sadly, didn’t get to do.

I want to share it with all of you because it touched him so and I don’t want to just keep it to myself.

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/0xtzeftdwlz2zrft22ytu/Tamo-Daleko-Traditional-Serbian-Folksong.mp3?rlkey=zy7j359jja8vclzkjn69sz8wp&dl=0

Poem For Gojko

I am the whisper 
of the wind 
across the sky
I am the poem of the sea

I am the sound 
on the wings 
of a silent dance
I am flying free

I am the knight 
of air
With golden strings
I rise above with ease

I am a sphere
beyond the clouds
That plays a “concerto” in G

So raise your smiles and 
Lift your hearts for it is you 
that forever will be 

Keeping me safe 
In the arms of light 
beyond all eternity.

Thank you my friend for being a mentor and such family member to my son Dejan. We miss you❤

One of a kind. Big G, I’m going to miss you my friend.  Your name will continue to live among the greats.  I will see you again.  ❤️

Fly, fly, fly, my dearest friend... You really left behind great traces of love, compassion, respect, loyalty, laughter, deep conversations, so thank you impeccably for that. Rada

OFFICIAL

“Look after people with whom you communicate quickly, hug slowly and laugh the longest. They are like gold.”

Today, it is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our dear Gojko, a man who was truly regarded as golden.

I met Gojko 17 years ago, he was unique, he had great empathy for other people, he loved his family, his friends, his roots very much (he loved Bosnia very much, where his ancestors were), he was a great man, humanist, professional and most of all he liked to fly in the last years of his life. It was with great pain that we received the news of his passing, but since flying was one of his greatest loves, there is no other explanation for me than that he went to the other world at the moment of his “floating”, he often told me that he “floats” in the sky and that he is happiest when he flies.
 
Fly, fly, fly, my dearest friend... You really left behind great traces of love, compassion, respect, loyalty, laughter, deep conversations, so thank you impeccably for that.
 
Thank you my good friend for being a mentor to my son Dejan and for helping countless children to find their way in these difficult times, thank you endlessly for every word spoken and every gathering, my life has been enriched by your presence in it.

Fifty-eight candles were lit for you today, so that God may give you light because you deserve it and receive you among His angels.

Dear Nada, dear Giorgio and family, we wish you all the strength of this world, with deep regret, Rada and Dejan from Zurich. 

“There is something stronger and more decisive than all our strengths, these are our weaknesses.”

Dear Dr Nadezda  and Family:

Our deepest  condolences.
No words can ease  what you all are going through, however, know that we are praying for you . Gojko”s huge heart , infectious  personality and devotion for being a great contributor to our society will live forever in our  memories  and hearts.  Indeed  an exceptional  human being !
Sincerely, 
-Matt Little  & 
-Diego Rios

Dear Nada, Dear Giorgio,

It is impossible to express in words the grief and sorrow for the tragic loss of our dear Gojko. We share in your sadness...

Gojko was a very very special man, with unmatched enthusiasm for life. Even though we did not spend a lot of time together, we remeber and quote him often. Gojko will always live in our hearts!

When something like this happens, it leaves everyone figuring out how to pick up the pieces. There are no words, only love and support during this sorrowful time.
 I’m deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved husband . You complemented each other like no other couple I know. He touched many people’s lives—mine included. I feel blessed I got the chance to know him. May your precious memories bring you comfort.
Love never dies. Gojko’s love for you is everlasting.

Dear Nada,
Dear Giorgio,

Please accept our deepest condolences. Sadly, our dear Gojko has left us too soon.

We will never forget Gojko's smile and joy for life. I can still picture his "My Life in Weeks" calendar, he just loved to live each day to the fullest. I am so glad that we managed to visit you this year and spend time together, and I am so grateful that "punci" got to know our Gojko.

Gojo, fly high and rest in peace. Volimo te!

Yours,
Hana, Sara, Lina and Miroslav

New Orleans 2016

We will always remember you
Your friends
Bruno, Djura i Nebojsa

Dr. Selmic,

You have my utmost sympathies. I met your husband briefly 2 or 3 times at your office. He is such a nice guy!! And SO smart! And funny and quick-witted! (He's not bad to look at either!)

There really are no words at this time, although sometime told me this when my mother passed away.

"Remember, death ends a life, but not a relationship."

Gojko will always be your husband and best friend.

Again, I'm so, so sorry.

Big hugs to you,
Barbara Bickel

The South Florida Chamber Ensemble mourns the loss of out patron and supporter Gojko. He was a kindred spirit and the most joyful person I have ever met. We honor his legacy today at our Maladies of Beethoven concert where our Executive Director Myrna Meeroff will give the World Premiere of her newest composition Immortal.  Gojko, you will.always remain in our hearts.  Join us to celebrate his life at the Deerfield Beach Cultural Center. www.sfcemusic.com

Dear Gojica,
We are deeply saddened by your untimely passing. From our earliest memories playing together in the neighborhood to navigating the ups and downs of adulthood, you were always present in the life of our families. We are fortunate to have had you as a friend. You will forever remain in our hearts and thoughts.
Goca and families Obradović and Vekarić

Dearest Nada
My deepest condolences during such a difficult moment in your life. There aren’t  enough word to say. Love and prayers to you, yours and Gojko’s family.
Hugs from the heart,
Gretchen

Sincerest condolences to the family at this difficult time. 

I worked with Gojko at Berklee and was assigned to several Auditions trips with him.  Always a pleasure to work with and always considerate and kind to others.  A true gentleman. Rest In Peace Gojko..

I still remember the framed photo of Giorgio in his Berklee office in 2009, Gojko’s smile and the warmth in his voice when he talked about Gio, lovingly with pride.

Apart from his humor and inspiring confidence, Gojko’s unique talent was timing. He never gave unsolicited advice but knew exactly when you were ready for what he had to say. And, of course, he was always right.

He empowered me not only as an artist but also as a fellow “Yugoslav”. In a way he became a bridge that helped me connect and embrace that integral  part of my identity. 

Gojko, my dear friend, thank you for your guidance and support. Our friendship meant the world to me and life won’t be the same without you in it. I am heartbroken I won’t get to introduce you to my kids or meet for a coffee in your favorite spot in Belgrade (you always knew the best places, everywhere).

I’ll be missing you.

Dr. Selmic. This is Patti Frongillo in Brooksvilke Fla. I am so very sorry for the lost of your husband. That is such tragic moment  to loose someone you love so much. My husband Carmine and I are sending prayers to you and thinking about you during this hard part of your life.    Deepest sympathy.     Patti and Carmine Frongillo

Dear Nada,
Brent and I are so dazed by this terrible tragedy. Words just seem so empty, but they nonetheless are important. Please know that we are with you in our hearts and wish you our very best.
Gojko will always hold a special place in our hearts. 
Always.
Love, 
Kip and Brent

Dear Nana and Family
Joel and I are so sorry to know about your tragic loss.
May his wonderful memory be forever a blessing.
Fern and Joel Marks

Non ci siamo conosciuti di persona ma ci univa la passione x l’aviazione e l’Italia 
Che il cielo ti sia lieve
Massimo e famiglia 

We did not meet in person but we were united by the passion for aviation and Italy

May the sky be light on you

Massimo and family

I’ve been thinking of Gojko since I heard. I keep thinking of his energy and smile and the stories he shared. One was about being on a televised production and walking onstage to play violin during a very somber scene, but he was thinking more that you should smile on t.v. So he entered the scene with a giant grin. 

My sincere condolences to his family and those closest to him.

Gojko, what a star have you been in my life. 
You were the answer to all my doubts and fears. You've been so supportive to me, in so many ways. 
Your fantastic energy, voice and smile are so very vivid in my mind. 
I could have listen you for hours.
You brought me the light and show me the way without asking anything in retour. 
I will miss you, your voice, your presence, but I will specially miss your fantastic smile and energy.
We'll meet again one day, and till that day, I'll keep a part of you in my heart and my dreams.
Thank you for everything.

I’m heartbroken, can’t even believe this. He helped me get into BERKLEE. In 1996 I called him weekly from Switzerland to check on my application and in January 97 we finally met and realized we are both from the same country. During my four years of college, he was constantly checking in on me and we stayed in touch. I’m a pilot  myself, I wish I would’ve known he is flying. I always thought at some point we will circle back together and see each other again. I miss you so much, my friend, you were one of the all-time great ones. Love you, man!

My fellow cloud surfer…it breaks my heart to know that the thing that brought us together is the thing that took your life away.
Fly high Gojko and may your soul rest in peace!

Dear Nada,
accept our deepest condolences on the occasion of Gojko's death. We will never forget him.
Gordana Nisevic Tadic with family

My deepest condolences to Gojko's wife, children, family and friends. You will truly be missed. Praying for healing during this difficult time for you all. 

Laurie Johnson McBride

Dear Gojko, 

I will miss you so much! I will remember forever us growing up  in the Zemun neighbourhood of Belgrade in Serbia. You were like an older brother to me, teaching me what I could not learn in school. You were always giving and not asking anything in return. Thank you for everything! 

Poslednji pozdrav, moj dragi prijatelju! 

Dr Bojan Boskovic, Cambridge, England

I flew with Gojko and Steve, and with heavy hearth I extend my deepest condolences. 

I hope all of you may find comfort in this difficult moment, this given how joyful and full of life was Gojko. 

Rest in peace. 

Julian Motta

OBITUARY

Gojko Damjanic

May 20, 1966 – July 10, 2024

Kraeer-Fairchild Funeral Home & Cremation Center

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