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Randall Gau Obituary

Gau, Randall (Randy) John

Johnson City: 32, passed away Friday, January 18th 2013, just two weeks short of his 33rd birthday. He now can be with his Grandfather and talk baseball all the time. He graduated with a four year degree in Criminal Justice and worked as an Armed Guard. He loved getting up every morning to go to work. Randy spent eight weeks helping in New York City following Hurricane Sandy. Randy loved the outdoors and camping. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. His favorite sports teams were the San Francisco Giants (boy was he happy when they won the World Series) and the Vikings. He loved his brother Lance, they were the best of friends. He leaves behind his loving mother, Sharon Gau, his brother Lance Gau, his grandmother, Mary Smolka, his father John Gau and friends Kymberly Miller and Ashley Krizanek. We will never forget you Randy. You will always be in our hearts, til one day when we can all be together. Funeral Services will be held on Friday at 7pm at the Barber Memorial Home, Inc., 428 Main Street Johnson City. The family will receive friends on Friday at 4pm until the time of the service at the Barber Memorial Home. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to SPEAK Animal Hospital and Cat Sanctuary 351 Flint Road Binghamton, NY 13905.

Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Jan. 23 to Jan. 25, 2013.
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It must be amazing celebrating Jesus' Birthday with Him! Miss you, Merry Christmas ??

Becky

December 25, 2013

Kymberly Miller

October 8, 2013

Miss you so much but I know you're in a better place! Trust and believe right:) But it still hurts but know oneday we will understand. Think about you daily and pray your family is well. I will forever love and miss you RJG.

Becky Gelunas

October 5, 2013

Randy, its been 8 months since we had to say goodbye to you. Not a day goes by that your mom, your brother or myself don't think about you. We miss you buddy.

Kymberly M

September 15, 2013

Randy worked at our Banking Center and was wonderful to all of our Customers and staff. He was a pleasure to work with and will be missed.

Laurie Hilkert

February 4, 2013

Sharon, so sorry to hear of Randys passing.Its a loss no mother should ever feel. we lost our son,tim 3 months ago,so we can relate to your pain.God be with you and Lance. you all will be in our prayers. Shirley& Russ Karas

January 31, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Lance. I'm deeply sorrow for your loss.

Phillip Bakic

January 31, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Randy's family. I cherish all the great times I was fortunate to have with him, and will remember them forever.

Brian Pisani

January 30, 2013

Mrs Gau, Lance and rest of his family and friends. I don't really know what to say. I spent about 3 great years with Randy we started dating when I was 18. Needless to say he shaped a great deal of my interests and was always someone who believed in me. He was a great guy--selfless. He loved life and got joy from the simplest things. I am so sorry for your loss and I know you will miss him terribly--I certainly will.

Mary Ugbode

January 29, 2013

i meet randy new year eve at ashely parent house very nice guy and ashely love him sorry for your loss so young.
stan and josie albrechta

January 27, 2013

Randy it's definately been along time, so sad that you have left us so early, I can say that I'm glad to have known you, playing varsity basketball with you on the wildcat squad...My thoughts and prayers go out to the gau family...you will definately be missed

Tommy Eveland

January 26, 2013

Randy was a great guy, with a wonderful smile and laugh. I feel lucky to have known him, and sad that he was taken far too soon. My deepest sympathy to his friends and family in this very difficult time.

Molly Busniuk

January 25, 2013

I workes with Randy at wendy in Schenectady ny he was very funny and kind. We will all miss him. R.I.P. Randy

Jillian Pollack

January 25, 2013

Sharon,Lance and family; Words can not describe how badly we all feel for the loss of Randy. He did make a difference in everyones life. Prayers are with each and everyone. I'm sure the angels are smiling.

Cathy Baxter

January 25, 2013

Sharon so sorry to hear of Randy's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Bev and Ron Nestrick

January 25, 2013

Dearest Gau Family - On behalf of former teammates and coaches, we extend to you our deepest condolences. Sincerely, The Washington Family.

January 25, 2013

Sharon,Lance and Family,so sorry to here of Randy's passing.Heaven has gained another beautiful Angel.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Laura Solian

January 25, 2013

Mrs. Gau, Lance.. So very sorry for loss.. Some of my best memories growing up were with Randy Playing baseball...My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Jan Little

January 25, 2013

We are sorry to hear about Randy's passing. Our family's prayers are with you and your family.

Diane & Don Hall

January 24, 2013

SHARON
PAT AND I ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.WE WILL KEEP YOUR FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS.

TIM&PAT MCCARTHY

January 24, 2013

Sharon and family--I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Debbie Byrnes

January 24, 2013

Lance. I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Beth Dudla

January 24, 2013

To a great teammate and even better person. RIP

1999 Schenectady Royals

January 24, 2013

Mrs. Gau and family; Randy grew up and played sports with my son. We always enjoyed Randy and admired how nice and kind he was. May God bless you and your family.
Sincerely,
Jan Little, Sr

Jan Little, Sr.

January 24, 2013

I was very saddened when I heard of Randy's passing. He was an amazing person and had a smile that could light up a room. I feel fortunate that I had the pleasure of knowing him and have fond memories of him. My thoughts and prayers go out to Randy's family and friends.

Christy O'Connell

January 24, 2013

Dear Sharon, I am so very sorry my deepest sympathies to you and your family you are in my prayers

Kathy Hlavacek

January 24, 2013

Mrs. Gau, Mrs. Smolka, Lance and Kym,
My deepest sympathy and concern go out to each of you. I cannot fathom the depth of your grief as Randy's death is beyond my comprehension. Words cannot express how sorry I am for your family's loss. May God's comfort and the support of one another carry you through this time of sorrow. My heart is broken.
With peace and love and in great sadness,
Becky

Becky Gelunas

January 24, 2013

Randy, you always made me smile. You will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace. Thoughts and prayers to Randy's family and friends.

Kristy (Kutney) Timm

January 24, 2013

We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with your family. We are thankful to have been part of Randy's life throughout Little League and Pony League baseball. Randy was a great person.

Rich & Sharon Blinkovitch

January 24, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Gau family. I was blessed to be able to meet Randy At SCCC and play two years along side of him in the OF. I will never forget that smile and all the great times we had there. You were someone that I will never forget. Rest in Peace!

Tyler Desmarais

January 24, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers to you.

The Huson's

January 24, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. I was fortunate to have reconnected with him from HS to classmates at Potsdam. Randy will always be remembered by this smile and a memorable laugh to go along with it. May his gentle soul be always watching over you.

Jennifer (Walker) Chudacik

January 23, 2013

I pray that all who knew and loved Randy find peace and comfort in the wonderful memories they have of him. My love and prayers go out to his family and friends. Randy, your smile is unforgettable. May you rest in peace.

Stephanie (Deyo) Mitsakos

January 23, 2013

The Krizanek family

January 23, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

April Tran (Truman)

January 23, 2013

Kymberly Miller

January 23, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Cindy and Mark Willis

January 23, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to Randy's family. Randy was a genuine good guy and made so many people smile. We're proud to have known him and will remember very fondly. God Bless you Randy, you are greatly missed and loved and will always be remembered and part of our cacciatore's family.

Sue and Frank Cacciatore

January 23, 2013

To the Gau family and the many dear friends of Randy:

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Randy. This world has lost a great person way too soon. As you comprehend this profound loss, please know that each tear you shed is a note of love rising up to him in Heaven.

We remember Randy from the many years he played baseball with our son. He was the happiest, most easy going person we have ever met. Always smiling!! He was truly a great guy!

May your many great memories of Randy, help ease your pain in the days, weeks, months and years ahead.

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”

Roger and Gloria Cook

January 23, 2013

Randy has a smile no one can forget, nor would they want to. I have many great memories of school which include Randy. We always had good laughs, even though the teacher's didn't find it all that funny, it was. Rest in peace my friend.

Dyman Corey

January 23, 2013

I graduated a year ahead of Randy, so I didn't know him very well. However, I do remember his great smile, how nice he was, and that he was a great basketball player. I'm really sad to hear of his passing, especially at such a young age. My heartfelt condolences go out to Randy's family and friends.

Tina Lindley

January 23, 2013

My condolences to his family. I'm sorry; I can't think of a sweeter person. Rest in peace old friend.

January 23, 2013

I was very sorry to hear about Randy. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this very difficult time.

Melissa Schofield

January 23, 2013

As a member of the JC class of 1998, My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Veronica Diamond ( Main)

January 23, 2013

My condolences to the family. I grew up across the street from Randy and although I haven't seen him in a number of years, I will always remember the good times we had when we were young.

Eric Bunts

January 23, 2013

Terribly sad to hear of Randy's passing. Though I had not seen him in a while, I'll always remember him with a smile. A great athlete, an even better person. Sincere condolences to Randy's friends and family near and far.

Brian Eggleston

January 23, 2013

Sharon, I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Martha Lyons

January 23, 2013

One of the brightest lights to come out of JCHS, was a great person and aways fun to be around, you will be missed dearly, Randy....

Kevin Knox

January 23, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ellen Lanko

January 23, 2013

Our bond surpasses this life and I anticipate the day when we meet in Heaven. You will always have a special place in my heart and I will always cherish our adventures! May God provide peace and comfort to all who loved you. … and Until we meet again… May God hold You dear friend in the Palm of His hand.

Becky Gelunas

January 23, 2013

Our bond surpasses this life and I anticipate the day when we meet in Heaven. You will always have a special place in my heart and I will always cherish our adventures! May God provide peace and comfort to all who loved you. … and Until we meet again… May God hold You Dear Friend in the Palm of His hand.

Becky Gelunas

January 23, 2013

No words help in tragedies such as this but thoughts, prayers, condolences and go out to everyone touched by Randy. I remember his humor as something that brought light to the darkest of situations. May he Rest In Peace.

Jason Fedish

January 23, 2013

Sharon and John,
Thinking of you at this sad time and keeping you in our prayers.
Bill and Maureen Tanner
Newnan, Georgia

January 23, 2013

Randy was an incredible guy. Having known him throughout high school, he always had a big smile on his face! So sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Erinn Demilio (Goodison)

January 23, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to both family and friends. I, along with many others who were lucky enough to have had the chance to meet Randy either through sports or just passing have many fond memories. May you rest in peace...

Bryan Calkin

January 23, 2013

Thoughts, prayers and condolences to a family that always made me feel welcome. Randy was one of the best friends I ever had, and the thousands of memories I have, I'll never lose. God Bless you buddy, we'll all miss you.

Jason Weston

January 23, 2013

Although I have not seen Randy since graduation in 1998, I will always remember him as such a nice and caring person. He was always a great guy. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends during this most difficult time. May you all find peace knowing how much he loved you all and that he will now watch over you all.

Nicole Kocak

January 23, 2013

mike belnome

January 23, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out the the family. I have many great memories of Randy and he was the one of the kindess people anyone could ever meet. You will be missed. RIP

Steve Mooney

January 23, 2013

Mrs Gau, Lance and rest of his family and friends,
You are in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. Randy was a great athlete and even better person. Always happy, laughing and smiling, it was tough to not be happy with him. Sadly we drifted apart after HS, but the 12 years of school, hundreds of baseball games we played together and against and the many many nights having fun, good or bad, make this hit close to the heart. He was a genuinely great guy. Wish I could be there to pay my last respects to Randy. My condolences to you all. R.I.P my friend.

Brad Cook

January 23, 2013

Though I haven't seen Randy since we graduated, he always impressed me with his shyness and sincerity. Randy was such a kind, sweet man. This world will never be the same without him. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Brenda Ostrander

January 23, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with all of those who have had to pleasure of knowing this Amazing Man, he always had a smile on his face and I'm so glad I had the pleasure of knowing him. You may be gone but you will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace.

Corrin Angelo

January 23, 2013

Randy I will miss you buddy! I always loved playing baseball with you on our summer team the Phantoms! You were one a great player but more importantly a great person! God Bless you Buddy!

January 23, 2013

Mrs. Gau, Lance and family;
My deepest condolences. Randy and I worked together at Cacciatore's and we became good friends. He always new how to cheer me up and make me laugh. He will be sorely missed. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Devon OHara

January 23, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to his family. Randy's heart and smile could always light up a room and we are blessed to call him our friend. We love him and will miss him.

Sheli and Ed O'Hara

January 23, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the family. I had the pleasure of knowing Randy all through high school and had some great times with him. What a wonderful person he was.

Marco Michitti

January 23, 2013

As a fellow member of the JC Class of 1998, it saddens me to hear of Randy's passing; it is with my deepest prayers and sympathies for his family and friends. To a soul who was taken from us too soon, may his Wildcat spirit forever rest in peace.

Shannon Rakas

January 23, 2013

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