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Harry Goh Obituary
December 16, 1927 - September 28, 2021
Having completed God's call, Pastor Harry Goh, who with Kathleen, his wife, founded The Garden church, went to be with his Lord on September 28.
Born in Singapore and raised in Calcutta, Harry returned to India after attending university in America. He married Kathleen and began their family. Having moved to England, he was invited to bring his young family to Bakersfield to plant a church in 1962. Without any promise of financial support and trusting only in God for provision, he established the Bakersfield Chinese Church in his home and then built and extended the first church campus at 2010 O St. This congregation became the Bakersfield Community Church and is now entering its third generation as The Garden Bakersfield. Harry was a pastor of great faith, devoted prayer, and intense study of Scripture, who sought to walk in God's Spirit. Many lives have been stamped by his character, values, and love of God. Harry retired in 1995 and enjoyed conversations about God and also holistic health approaches, gardening, and many meals and fishing trips with friends. He was a man sent by God, who experienced God's faithfulness until his final breath.
Harry is survived by children Karen Goh, mayor of Bakersfield; Dr. David Goh, co-lead pastor of The Garden and wife Janelle; grandchildren National Guard Captain Jordan Goh and wife Faith, Hunter Goh, and Annalise Payne and husband Graham; brother Charles Goh and many nephews and nieces along with their families.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, October 15, at 11:00 am at The Garden, 900 22nd St, Bakersfield, 93301. RSVP for reception lunch to [email protected].
In lieu of flowers, mail donations to Harry Goh Memorial Fund, The Garden, 2229 Q St, 93301.
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Max Cross
October 15, 2021
Harry was a great pastor and friend, I learned more from his teaching, than any other pastor I set under!! And he was my pastor for many years, I send my love and prayers to all the family!!
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Tom & Mary Jo Pasek
October 9, 2021
Karen and all of the Goh family we send our love and condolences on the loss of your father. May our loving Lord watch over all of you as we welcomes your father into Heaven. Prayers for all.
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