Helen M. Goff, 88, of DeKalb, died Thursday, May 5, 2011, at Kishwaukee Community Hospital in DeKalb. Born June 2, 1922, in Homer, Ill., the daughter of Clell and Zoe Clutter, Helen was married to the late Gilbert J. "Dick" Goff on Aug. 2, 1942, in DeKalb. He preceded her in death on Sept. 25, 1970.
For many years, Helen managed at the DeKalb Montgomery Ward store in the catalog department. She lived most of her life in the DeKalb community, moving here from Homer. Helen was a 57-year member of Women of the Moose, reaching the level of Senior Regent, etc. Helen was also very active in DeKalb American Legion Auxiliary 66 for 36 years. She loved to garden and her beautiful plants and flowers spoke for themselves. Helen loved watching the New York Mets, playing cards and reading. After graduating from Homer High School, she attended Northern Illinois State Teachers College, earning a degree in Bookkeeping.
Survivors include sons, Richard "Dick" (Jody) of Rockford and Steven (Karen) of Sterling; sister, Nondus (Dale) Wakefield of Homer; grandchildren, Tracey (LeRoy) Geske and Jason (Kristin) Goff of DeKalb, and Amy (fiancé Daniel Brunk) Schweitzer of Cherry Valley. great-grandchildren, Kayley, McKenzie and Jacob Garland and Kaitlyn and Brayden Goff, all of DeKalb, nieces and nephews, Connie (Steve) Loyet of Fairview Heights, Mike (Barb) Wakefield, David (Darlene) Wakefield and Deb (Don) Happ, all of Homer; several great-nieces and -nephews; and her long time companion, Bill Adams of DeKalb.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 9, at Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home with Pastor Ray Krueger of Immanuel Lutheran Church, DeKalb, officiating. Burial will be at Fairview Park Cemetery in DeKalb. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Sunday, May 8, with a service conducted by the Sycamore Women of the Moose at 6:45 p.m. Visitation will also be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, May 9, until the time of service at the funeral home.
Memorials can be made to the Policeman's Benevolent and Protective Association, 200 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, IL 60115.
Arrangements were entrusted to Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home, 310 Oak St., DeKalb, IL 60115. Visit www.RonanMooreFinch.com to send an online condolence; 815-758-3841.

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Published by Daily Chronicle from May 6 to May 10, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for HELEN GOFF

11 Entries

May 11, 2011

Richard & Steve , So Sorry that your mother passed away. She was a great lady and I always enjoyed seeing her. Our prayers are with you. Bob & Kay Diedrich

Terry Marshall-Ruby

May 9, 2011

I"m sorry to hear of your loss. Having worked next to Helen at Montgomery Wards for a few years and knowing her for over 35 years she will be greatly missed. She was always for of laughter and joy and knew how to have a great time and enjoy the people around her. She will be greatly missed.

Sarah Bennett

May 9, 2011

To the Goff family and Bill
I worked for Helen in the catalog dept. of Montgomery Ward until they closed in 1980. I loved working with her and remember the Christmas rushes! I offered to help her wrap presents for her family one year and boy did we wrap and wrap and wrap presents! Couldn't wait to see Bill come through the door.... "Pop a Top" and we'd finally get a break from all those presents! I could go on for hours of wonderful memories of Helen. I was glad to work with her and got to know her. She taught me many things about life too. Even though I moved to Arizona in 1985, a card or call here and there to let her know I still think of her. She will always be in my heart and missed. She called me Blonde and knew me as Sarah Wehrman-Carter.

My deepest thoughts and prayers of sympathy go out to you and your families.

Ray Krueger

May 8, 2011

I pray God's peace and comfort surround you with your friends and family as you grieve the loss of Helen. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding enter your hearts and minds bringing you comfort and peace. Yours in Christ, Pastor Ray

Pat and Carol Hertzner

May 7, 2011

Anyone who knew Helen realized that she was the source of joy, knowledge and friendship. We are sad that she has passed, but can smile because we knew her and know that she is joining many friends who went before. God speed Helen.

Brenda Hopkins Wayne Studniarz

May 7, 2011

Helen was one of a kind - always full of life with a smile. She will be greatly missed. Our heart goes out to her family and Bill - we will keep you in our prayers

May 6, 2011

Richard, Steven and Families
Aunt Helen will be greatly missed. She was always always a breath of fresh air and fun to be around. At the house, there was always a Jigsaw puzzle on the table and a tour of the gardens with plants to take home. She will be remembered each time we walk through our garden.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love always,
Ken & Carole Bowgren

Ruth Cain

May 6, 2011

Thinking of your family with deepest sympathy. Your Mother was one of a kind.... worked with her in catalog department, and kept up with her at Christmas time, all these years. We spent many hours in conversation while we worked together, and I enjoyed her views, even when we disagreed. I will never forget her.
Ruth and Dan Cain
Maple Park

May 6, 2011

So sorry for your loss. Helen was full of life and so much fun to be around. She will be missed by her Moose friends, dearly. Our prayers are with you Bill.
Mike Rodriguez and Theresa McGowen

Dana Smethurst

May 6, 2011

My condolences to all of Helen's family and friends. I've known Helen for years through the Moose and the Legion. She was always a joy to visit with, and will be missed

Sally Giamalva

May 6, 2011

Very sorry for your loss. My father Hank Heath worked with your mother at the Montgomery Ward Store in DeKalb and I do remember your mother when I would go to the store with my mother. Thoughts and memories to the Goff Family.

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