Brian Alvis Goolsby

1980 - 2022

Brian Alvis Goolsby

November 14, 1980 - May 3, 2022

Our beloved Brian is now free from his torment, depression, fear and illness, and is resting God's love and care.

Brian was born in Fruita. He spent his elementary and middle school in private schools. He graduated from Fruita Monument High in 2000, and was a member of the National Honor Society. He won a state robotics contest. He graduated from UTEC auto body program in 2000. He worked at CAPCO for a few years and then graduated from Delta/Montrose Police Academy March 22, 2011, where he received an award for Most Improved Cadet. His first assignment as a police officer was in Leadville. He then worked as a Sheriff Deputy in Sterling.

After leaving the police force he worked several years as a CNC Machinist in Longmont and Platteville. Jobs he had in school were Herbergers luggage department, where he was proud of his clean and well-organized department. He also worked at Sports Fan, Foot-Locker, Golden Corral, and as a flagger.

He loved Marvel Comics, and Colorado Ghostbuster Friends. He made an awesome proton pack and ecto mobile. He entered these items in shows and parades. Captain Jack Sparrow was a favorite character and Brian made an awesome uniform and entered contests.

He loved cats and rescued them, along with other little critters. His especially beloved kitties were Mookie and Boots. Brian had a pet gerbil, toad, fish, and for a time, a mouse.

Diet root beer was a favorite along with Oreos, steamed crab, and Cracker Barrel Chicken Pot Pie. Roller coaster rides and amusement parks in Florida were some of his greatest joys along with gifts from his girl. He enjoyed hanging with the guys, especially Travis, his dad, and Erica.

Brian was often on his knees with tears beseeching God. His favorite hymn was "Draw Me Close" by Cindy Lerae-Cruse Ratcliff. Brian was a very kind, gentle soul who sought for ways to help others. He kept saying he was a good person, and he was! His death is a tragic loss and so many are heartbroken.

Visitation is from 4 - 8:00 p.m., May 12, at Mesa Mortuary, 2935 Patterson Road. Funeral services will be May 13, 2:00 p.m., with internment directly following at Elmwood Cemetery, Fruita, CO, where, per his desire, Brian will be laid close to his beloved grandpa.