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Steven Goggans Obituary
Steven Robert Goggans, 65 years old, peacefully departed this world on Wednesday, November 4, 2020, in his home in Jackson, Ca. Steven was born on December 26, 1954, at George Air Force Base in Victorville, Ca. the son of Julian and Mary (Hogle) Goggans.
Steven graduated from Victor Valley High school, attended the University of La Verne for his bachelor's and Azusa Pacific University for his master's degree. He began teaching in Southern California. In 1997, Steven began teaching in the Amador Unified School District and worked at both Jackson Junior High and Amador High school as a special education teacher. Steven retired in 2020 marking 40 years as a teacher. Steven also coached football and baseball at several schools throughout California including Amador and Argonaut High schools. He was active in playing in the Sacramento Men's Senior Baseball League (SMSBL) playing through the 2019 season. In July of 2020, he was inducted into the SMSBL Hall of Fame. Steven was also involved in attending The Call Church in Pine Grove.
He is survived by his sons, Matt and Adam Goggans; sister, Karen Taylor, and half-brother, George Trumbull. Steven is preceded in death by his brother, Lawrence in 2006.
At the family's request, there will be a celebration of life held on December 12, 2020, 1:00pm at the Call Church in Pine Grove, Ca. Interment will take place at Amador Memorial Cemetery in Pioneer, Ca. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.danerimortuary.com and signing the guest book.
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Christy
April 8, 2022
Steven Goggans was my teacher at Amador High School for four years! He was honestly my favorite teacher. He was an amazing person and will be missed everyday! My condolances are with the family. He also encouraged me to do my best! Thank you for taking care of your special needs students!
Kimberlee Brown
December 10, 2020
My condolences to Steve Goggans family. I was his student for four years at Amador High. He was a great teacher. He always encouraged me to do my best. He would tell me to never give up on my dreams. Thank you for caring for all your special needs students. You will be missed RIP Coach.
Hayden Kern
December 8, 2020
He was an amazing teacher of mine he taught rlly fun history and geography class
Ernie and Trudi Burgess
December 7, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family so sorry to hear about your loss
Sandra Smethurst
December 6, 2020
RIP Uncle Steve. Love you!
Hilary Wagner
November 27, 2020
Steve was a wonderful teacher to my daughter Sophia at Amador and was a wonderful co-worker as a special education teacher. God must have needed you.
Julianne Godman
November 23, 2020
Mr.Goggans was my teacher at Amador High School he was awesome person and great teacher I’m going too miss him. I enjoy being in class I’m going too miss his smile and his words of encouragement.
Mel White
November 20, 2020
Steve was a Godly Man who I considered a very good friend as well as having teaching and coaching in common. Whenever we would meet, he made you feel as if you had just made his day. I know that Steve, without a doubt is with our Lord and Savior at this very moment. I along with so many others, will miss him greatly.
Mary Walser
November 19, 2020
Steve was a beautiful and positive teacher. He knew exactly how to reach kids. His presence on Amador High campus was a message in itself. Because he was a big man and knew the kids, he garnered much respect. Mary Walser, former principal
Nick Donovan
November 18, 2020
I remember Mr. Goggans always smiling and being an awesome human being while I attended high school in Amador County. Fantastic man. Truly sorry to hear of his passing. Sincerely, Nick.
Dan Martinez
November 17, 2020
Steve and family, I was a teammate several years back with Steve, he was always feisty and a competitor, and for that, I admired and respected him. The last time I saw Steve was at the old ball fields, passing each other in the parking lot. Rest easy buddy, and to his family, my prayers to all of you
Susan Laird
November 16, 2020
Steve...lifetime friend. So many memories of you from little boy, teenager, sports star! You’ve made your mark on so many and your family and friends are incredibly proud. Although you’re gone too soon we all know your presence in heaven is glorious and your gift goes on. RIP until we meet again.
Victoria Collier
November 14, 2020
Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Steve was a very strong influence in the lives of our sons from 1996 to 2002. We only have the very best of memories of those years. Thank you for sharing him with us. We will be praying for you all.
John Gusman
November 13, 2020
RIP Goggs, truly missed
Jack Stahley
November 13, 2020
Steve you where the best teacher that I had in my four years at Amador high
KELLY STAHLEY
November 13, 2020
Truly saddened to read this news. You taught a couple of of children at Amador High. Your love for teaching shows in our children. We appreciate the years you worked with them. Gid bless you and your family.
The Stahleys
Sharon Griggs
November 12, 2020
Have a great time with our Lord...you left us way too early.
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