Stephen “Gooch” Flath
Stephen William Flath, known to friends, fans & bandmates as “Gooch” passed away peacefully yet unexpectedly, July 11, 2020.
Born March 8, 1966, Steve was predeceased by his mother, Joanne. He is survived by his father, Pastor Bill Flath; brothers: Jonathan and Tony (Tracey); nieces, Samantha and Veronica and nephew Avery.
He loved music and played bass with many local bands, always the life of the party, he never turned down a free sandwich!
A Private Committal will be held for family and close friends.
A Memorial Service will be held once we can all gather again; details will follow at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations would be greatly appreciated in Steve’s name to The National Music Centre at Studio Bell, to foster new musicians and artists, studiobell.ca/donate or by mail to The National Music Centre – Studio Bell, #300, 851 – 4th Street, SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1P2.
Scott Brewer says
I was very sorry to hear this. Our physical world lost a good soul. I didn’t know Gooch like most, but what I did know of him was impressionable on me. He was always kind. That’s the way I remember him. I didn’t see him too often without the guitar in his hands.
A good Dude.
RIP Gooch!
Ken Gibbens says
I miss you so much, everyday, you will always be my brother, best friend. Funny, smart, inventive, strong, gentle and an incredible talent, 100% music lover. 42 yrs of memories, laughs, music and no fights or major disagreements.
I chase our ghosts around Melville, our old haunts, the music that made up our soundtrack. Love you Gooch, miss you everyday.
Lauralee says
RIP ‘Gooch’ Steve Flath, my memories are fond of you and my heart breaks to know that you are gone but, never forgotten 🙏💛 I am grateful and blessed to have known you 😊 my heart, thoughts, prayers for Comfort strength and peace for all your family members and Friends 🙏💛 also,the best dancer I have ever danced with 😍
Vikki Morgan says
Gooch will be missed by many. My. Condolences to the family. I will always remember him leaping over a table at club gold. Rest In Peace.
Norman and Joanne Waltho says
Pastor Bill and family – we sincerely send our our sympathy and prayers.
Brenda Stephen says
Condolences to you and your families
Brenda Stephen says
Condolences to you and your family
Ed The Head says
Was very surprised to read “Gooch” passed away, I always liked Steve as he was one of those friends you always liked having around so I always had time for him anytime he came over to talk to me, We knew each other since our teens and as adults we attended many of the same events, clubs and parties together.
I hope Steve and his family have saved that Bass we carved our names into as that was one of my most memorable nights of Steve unexpectedly asking us to all carve our names into it which is something I’ve never forgotten about or the many people who came up to me after Steve showed it to them always reminding me of that night.
You will be missed.
Joanne Gibbens says
What can you say that hasn’t already been said? You are loved, Gooch. And so incredibly unforgettable! Rest easy and rock on xo