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Suzanne Goins Obituary
She was born in Lincoln County, a daughter of the late William "Bill" Leverette and Margaret "Boot" Quinn Beam. Suzanne was a member of First Baptist Church and employed by Gaston County DSS as a case worker.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a sister, Billie Jean Theys.
Survivors include her children, Lenny Goins and fiancée, Elizabeth Bartels, of Gastonia and a daughter, Kelly Goins Motz and husband, Brent, of Vale.; and a grandson, Tucker Lee Motz.
Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church with Dr. Vince Hefner officiating and burial in City Memorial Cemetery.
The family will receive friends 2-3:45 p.m Sunday at the church and at other times at the home.
Condolences may be made to www.carpentersfuneralhome.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for Suzanne Goins
cathy baker
September 13, 2012
I enjoyed talking with suzanne at work, loved hearing her laugh. She will be missed.
Anne Stanley
September 12, 2012
I can't begin to put into words how much she will be missed. It will never be the same at work without her.
Angela Cox
September 11, 2012
I know you miss your mother as we miss our friend. We were all blessed to have her in our lives. God don't make them like Suzanne. She was something special and we loved her so much.
Beth Rednour
September 11, 2012
We all miss her but we will see her again and hear the laughter that she brought us. She was a wonderful person and a great friend. My prayers are with all of you and please keep us in mind if you need anything.
Becky Moots
September 11, 2012
Kelly and Lenny, May God bless and hold you in His comforting arms during this difficult time. Suzanne was a wonderful lady and a great friend who will be missed by all. Love to you both.
Angie Smith (Richardson)
September 10, 2012
You were a shining star for all of us, unique and full of love and life. Truly you touched many through personal and professional relationships. This world will not be the same, I will treasure your memory and the time I worked with you always. May peace and comfort come to your family during this difficult time. Rest in peace dear one!!!!
Mark Cox
September 10, 2012
Suzanne was a wonderful friend and we had so much fun together. I will miss her terribly...it just doesn't seem real. I adored Suzanne. There is a new star in heaven. Kelly, if you get this, please get in touch with me when things settle down. I have some pictures you might like to have. Bless you and Lenny and the family.
Juanda Little Etheridge
September 10, 2012
My heart and prays gos out to the family, you will be missed....
Takischa Hopper
September 10, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Suzanne was truly a great person. I enjoyed working with her and always told her she was a "fiesty lady". She will be greatly missed. I pray that God will give you his Supernatural strength, comfort and peace during this diffult time.
Jennifer Clark
September 10, 2012
Suzanne was a remarkable woman who could brighten even the darkest days. She will be truly missed. My prayers are for the family to have peace in this time of trouble.
Sonya & Jason
September 10, 2012
So sorry for your loss!! Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Family and may God be with each and everyone of you during this difficult time
Tamatha Leeper
September 9, 2012
Susie Q work will not be the same.
Norma Leigh
September 9, 2012
Prayers and thoughts for Kelly and brother ....a Mother's love is the hardest thing to loose but ya'll will always have a Angel around you here on earth...
Renae Deal
September 9, 2012
A truly unique woman, to know her was to love her. Words cannot express how terribly Suzanne will be missed. Thoughts,love and prayers to her family.
Annette Bradford
September 9, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Suzanne was a very unique person that we could always count on to make us laugh. Always remember that she loved her family more than anything. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
rita lail
September 9, 2012
you are in our prayers Jerry and Rita Lail
Debbie Austin
September 9, 2012
So sorry for your loss Your mom was a very special person she Loved you both so much and was so excited to be a Grandmother She will always be watching over
Carol McMahan
September 9, 2012
Suzanne you will be missed greatly your smile your laughter your stories you were one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers go out to your children and grandchild that you loved so dearly and spoke of all the time. I Love you.
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