Richard Rene "Rick" Goff

Sunrise 1949 - Sunset 2011 January 5, 2011 marks the day that a lifelong resident of Sonoma County was taken suddenly from this earth and delivered to the outstretched arms of our father in heaven. He leaves behind his beloved wife Margie of forty-plus years; and his two loving sons, Jason and Chad. His daughter-in-law, Brooke; and two grandchildren, Payton and Tabitha, also mourn in the loss of an amazing father and grandfather (a.k.a. Boppa). Rick spent his early years growing up in Healdsburg, CA with his mother Alyce, sister Jackie, and late father Jack. After the early death of his father, Alyce was remarried to Les Rush, who was an inspirational figure in shaping the man Rick became, and was a wonderful father to Rick. With that marriage, Rick inherited a new brother and sister, Eugene and Lorena, who like his sister Jackie, were very dear to him. Rick spent his career in construction, laying pipeline throughout Sonoma County and the surrounding five counties. He was a member of the Laborers Union, Local #139. His career took him from Piombo Construction, to Don Dowd Co., and to what would become his home and family, North Bay Construction in Petaluma. Rick was a remarkable man. With his boundless energy, he enjoyed being an outdoorsman, particularly hunting with his best friend and cousin, Carl Goff. But his enthusiasm for the great outdoors paled in comparison to his sacrificial love for his family and his unparalled devotion to each and every member. He treasured his family, his dog Hunter, and time spent with his Uncle Frenchy. He especially took great joy and pride in mentoring his sons and grandson. Words cannot express the depth of his devotion and love as a husband, or how giving, amazing, and kind he was, as a father and grandfather, a dearest son, an adored nephew, and a beloved brother. He leaves behind a legacy of love and friendship. He will be sorely missed by so many people, because he spent his life loving and serving so many. The love and friendship he provided to all will never be forgotten. Friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Friday, January 14, 2011 at 12:00 Noon at Daniels Chapel of the Roses, 1225 Sonoma Ave, Santa Rosa, burial to follow at Santa Rosa Memorial Park, Shiloh Addition. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 13, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at funeral home. If desired donations in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice. DANIELS CHAPEL OF THE ROSES 525-3730