Thomas Stephen Golseth

Thomas "Tom" Golseth, 54, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on May 18, 2026.

Tom was born on April 18, 1972, in Danville, Illinois, to Stephen R. Golseth and Sandra (Conron) Golseth. He is survived by his mother, Sandy Golseth; his brother, Chad Golseth (Maria); sisters Lucia Peyton (Trace) and Satya Bella (Bruce); nephews Nicholas, Andrew, Jacob, Nathan, and Noah Sherwin; and his niece, Abigail Golseth.

Tom spent his early years in Illinois before moving with his family to Tucson, Arizona. He graduated from Sabino High School in 1990 and went on to attend the University of Arizona, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with majors in Entrepreneurship and Finance & Accounting, graduating Magna Cum Laude.

While at the University of Arizona, Tom became actively involved in student leadership and entertainment programming. His efforts helped bring major musical acts to Southern Arizona and sparked a passion that would become a lifelong career.

Following graduation, Tom joined Bill Silva Entertainment in San Diego and soon began touring professionally as a Tour Accountant. Over the next three decades, he built an extraordinary career in the music industry, traveling the world and working alongside some of the most recognized names in entertainment, including Van Halen, The Eagles, Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Green Day, Spice Girls, Robbie Williams, Blink-182, Dead & Company, Roger Waters, Stone Temple Pilots, and many others.

Tom's career afforded him unique experiences, lifelong friendships, and opportunities that few people ever encounter. He cherished the people he met throughout his travels and was grateful for the adventure-filled life he lived.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Tom was known for his love of music, aviation, automobiles, and his enduring relationships with family and friends. Those who knew him best remember his curiosity, determination, sense of humor, and the enthusiasm he brought to the things he loved.

Though Tom faced significant personal and health challenges in recent years, he will be remembered most for the remarkable life he lived, the friendships he cultivated around the world, and the lasting impact he made on those fortunate enough to know him.

He will be dearly missed and forever remembered by his family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones.

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