How did Stephen Gosline die ? Tributes to Stephen Gosline pour out on social media

On Wednesday, the Lindenhurst Free Union School District announced that a man who was hit and killed by a train in East Farmingdale on Tuesday was one of their teachers.

How did Stephen Gosline die ?

Stephen Gosline, a high school social studies teacher in Lindenhurst, was killed on Tuesday when he was struck by a train in East Farmingdale. The Lindenhurst Free Union School District confirmed his identity on Wednesday.

Gosline was also a volunteer firefighter with Breslau Engine Co. 1. In tribute to their fallen friend and colleague, the engine company posted a message on social media saying, “He was truly a great friend, father, firefighter and officer. He will be missed dearly.”

The details surrounding the incident are still unclear. According to the district and the MTA, Gosline was hit by a train early Tuesday morning at the New Highway crossing. The investigation is ongoing.

Tributes to Stephen Gosline pour out on social media

He was amazing soul 🙏

Your dedication and hard work imapcted the lives of many


So sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers to his family. Rest In Peace Brother

He will be missed. My daughters were so lucky to have him as their teacher.

He was my history teacher in 10th grade best teacher I ever had i talked to him almost every day. Everyone at school that i know loved him we are going to miss him.