David Arnold Goit

It is with deep sadness we announce the peaceful passing of David Arnold Goit surrounded by his loving family on the morning of Monday, May 22nd, 2023 at the age of 61 following a battle with lung and brain cancer. Dave was a loving husband to his wife of 34 years Leanne (nee Bernard) and beloved father of Stephanie (Dylan) and Tyler and dogfather to his faithful beagles Bonnie and Clyde. Loving son of Arnold and Wilma (Cranston) Goit, Brother of John (Jana), Paul and Carolynn (Mark). Son-in-law to Lee Bernard (Fran) (Pat - predeceased) and brother-in-law of Scott (Chris), Mark (Julie) and Michael (Kyle) Bernard. Cousin and nephew to many and uncle to several nieces and nephews. Dave grew up in Caistorville and moved to Hamilton in 1990 after he and Leanne were married. He worked as an electrician, but his true passion was refereeing. David had a long history as a referee across Hamilton as a fixture at the Hamilton Double Rinks, and many other rinks for many different hockey leagues for more than 40 years. We will all miss his passionate storytelling, magnificent mullet, his smile and his air drumming to classic rock. The family would like to thank the compassionate staff at the Hamilton General Hospital, Juravinski Cancer Centre and St. Peter's Hospital for their care and support. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Binbrook Agricultural Hall, 2600 HWY 56, Binbrook, ON, on May 26th, 2023 from 4PM-8PM. In keeping with Dave's wishes, this will be a casual event with music, sharing stories about Dave and laughter...lots of laughter. This will be open to anyone who was fortunate to have Dave in their lives. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Hamilton Burlington SPCA would be greatly appreciated.