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Rex Arnold Goff

1939 - 2014

Rex Arnold Goff obituary, 1939-2014, Salt Lake City, UT

BORN

1939

DIED

2014

Rex Goff Obituary

1939 ~ 2014
Rex Arnold Goff passed away November 12, 2014 following a long battle with mesothelioma. He was born August 13, 1939 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Hugh Arnold Goff and Goldie Rose Steele.
He graduated from Jordan High School, Sandy, Utah. Served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1957-1960. Worked at KCC Arthur Mill, Magna Utah for 24 years, retired from Murray City after 15 years.
Rex enjoyed golfing and fishing. He was an avid fan of baseball (Chicago Cubs), basketball (Utah Jazz), and football (Green Bay Packers).
He married Cora Lee Case, December 30, 1957 in the Salt Lake Temple. Rex is survived by his loving wife, daughters: Cindy (Steven) Jeffs, Robyn (Al) Kara, and Corinne (Jourdan) McCall. Seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, brothers, Jerry, Danny and his sister Sandra.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, November 17, 2014 at the LDS Chapel 5349 W. 9000 S. A viewing will be held both Sunday 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Monday 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to services. Interment-West Jordan City Cemetery, 7925 S. 1300 W.

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Published by Deseret News from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2014.

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November 18, 2014

I just wanted to extend my condolences to Cindy and her family at this time. Much love and prayers. Dave and Shelley Devey

November 17, 2014

Our sincere condolences to Rex's family. May God comfort you all & know that Rex is basking in God's glory. Sincerely, Mountain View Golf Course Grounds Crew.

Jerrie and Lou Ratto

November 17, 2014

We are so saddened by your loss

Cindy Percell

November 16, 2014

I am so sorry for the loss of Rex. What an amazing Man and a great influence in my life. I always loved his kidding ways and his sense of humor. You are all in my prayers. Cindy Percell

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Viewing

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

LDS Chapel

5349 W. 9000 S., UT

Nov

17

Viewing

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

LDS Chapel

5349 W. 9000 S., UT

Nov

17

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

LDS Chapel

5349 W. 9000 S., UT

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