Brent Goff Obituary

Brent G. Goff - October 20, 1947 – July 26, 2011
HOUSTON, Texas - Brent Gneiting Goff, 63, of Houston, Texas, was born in Rexburg, Idaho, to Grange and Katherine Goff on Oct. 20, 1947. He passed away in his home, unexpectedly, on July 26, 2011.
Brent was raised in Blackfoot and American Falls, and graduated from American Falls High School. Brent served a full-time mission to San Antonio, Texas, in 1972.
Following his mission, he met and married the late Cathy Gardiner. They had six children. Brent received a bachelor of business administration degree with an emphasis in marketing in 1979, and a master of business administration degree with an emphasis in management and finance in 1981, both from Idaho State University. He received his doctorate from the University of Arkansas in business administration - marketing in 1988.
Throughout his career, Brent taught marketing and business administration classes at North Dakota University, Auburn University, Louisiana Tech, Grambling University, and most recently at the University of Houston Downtown.
Throughout his life, Brent was actively involved in real estate, various professional societies, academic research committees, and local and state politics. In his spare time, Brent enjoyed writing music, dancing, and spending time with his sons tinkering on vehicles and doing other outdoor activities.
Brent also was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he loved serving in whatever capacity he was asked. Brent was a faithful home teacher, LDS temple worker, and statewide LDS Single Adult representative.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Grange and Katherine Goff, one sister, Sheryl Goff Rayworth, as well as his ex-wife, Cathy Goff. Brent is survived by his six children, Brooke Goff Alley (Aric), Brittany Goff, Brock Goff (Lacy), Brady Goff, Brianna Goff, and Brandt Goff; four grandchildren, Toby, Eli, Adalee and Gideon Alley; his former father- and mother-in-law, Golden and Barbara Gardiner; as well as his siblings, Marla Goff, Gayle Goff Eames (Mike), Wade Goff (Jackie), Connie Goff Jimerson, Neil Goff, Brenda Goff Naylor (Jerry), and Brian Goff (Margaret).
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, at the Malta LDS Church, with Bishop Jeff Johnson officiating. Burial will be in the Valley Vu Cemetery. Friends may call from 12:30 until 1:45 p.m. Thursday at the church.
Arrangements are under the care of the Rasmussen Funeral Home of Burley.

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Published by Idaho State Journal on Aug. 2, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Brent Goff

8 Entries

Cyndi Moody

August 4, 2011

To the Family and Friends of Brent...Brent was a truly amazing man, who was loved and admired by many and who will be missed deeply. I had the priviledge of knowing and being Brent's friend when I lived in Bastrop, Louisiana. Brent taught me a lesson I will never forget. Brent loved dancing and there was a group of us who traveled together and went dancing together quite often. We were known as the "Pooh Crew". Once I asked Brent why he chose the women to dance with, that he did. He told me that when he went to ask a woman to dance, he didn't look at her from a physical standpoint, but always asked Heavenly Father to allow him to see the woman as Heavenly Father saw her. I know he brought smiles and joy to many woman, who probably would never have been asked to dance, otherwise. Brent was an exceptionally kind man and he genuinely cared about all he came in contact with. "You will be missed Rabbit!!" Piglet

Marissa Boyd

August 3, 2011

Brent was truly one of the dearest friends I have ever known. He was such a kind person who made the needs of others a priority. I don't remember him getting tired very easily. He was always willing to roll up his sleeves and serve any way he was needed. Knowing him has truly been a blessing. I send my sincerest sympathy to his children. He loved you all dearly and told stories about you often. May you all be blessed with comfort during this difficult time.

Debbie Whitten

August 3, 2011

I offer my deepest condolences to the family of Brent. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Brent will be deeply missed, as he led the life of such a caring, thoughtful person and colleague. May his spirit live on in your hearts.

Forrest Aven

August 3, 2011

To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Brent was a good man who treated students, colleagues and staff with respect and kindness. He was respected by all. His departure leaves a hole for his family, friends, and the university. He will be missed by many.

Lucille Pointer

August 2, 2011

Brent will be surely missed in the college. He was one of our best professors. The marketing students looked up to him for knowledge and wisdom on many of their every day problems.

Regena Scott

August 2, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Having the opportunity to work with Brent was a treat. I will miss him.

Margaret F. Shipley

August 2, 2011

Brent was a wonderful colleague to us at UHD and a caring professor to all of his students. He had the ability to impart wisdom at just the right moment into any conversation. And, he did so with a smile and gentle laugh. He will be sorely missed by those of us who had the pleasure to work with him and call him a friend.

My prayers are with you all in this time of grief.

August 2, 2011

Brent was a nice gentleman and a dedicated professional and a friendly colleague. We will surely miss him in our college. My sincere condolences to his wife and children and his other family and friends. May God bless his soul.
Anisul Islam, FACIS Deaprtment

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