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Gary K. Goodger

1941 - 2018

BORN

1941

DIED

2018

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Baca's Funeral Chapels - Las Cruces

300 East Boutz

Las Cruces, New Mexico

Gary Goodger Obituary

GARY K. GOODGER, age 76 of Las Cruces passed away July 14, 2018. Born August 30, 1941 in Rochester, NY, he had been a Las Cruces resident since 2001, where he was an active volunteer with the Farm & Ranch Museum, Dripping Springs (BLM), and numerous church and community programs.

Survived by his wife Nancy of 45 years, two sons: Mark and Rodney (Jennifer), and three grandchildren: Benjamin, Tabitha, and Ian.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2 PM on Friday, July 20, 2018 at University United Methodist Church, 2000 S. Locust Street.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Friends of The Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum or University United Methodist Church.

Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels, 300 E. Boutz Road, Las Cruces, 575-527-2222. For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Las Cruces Sun-News on Jul. 18, 2018.

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July 24, 2018

As you remember your love one, as God heals your broken hearts (Psalm 147:3), may your treasured memories continue to bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.

Sharon Frost

July 20, 2018

Nancy, Mark, Rodney and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Cherish the memories and good times and he will always be with you. Dear friend Nancy, the years have gone by so quickly. God's blessing and comfort to you all. Sharon

July 20, 2018

Dear Nancy

We are thinking of you often at this very sad time.

Love, Norma and Art

July 19, 2018

My sincere condolences to you and your family. May you draw comfort from God's words.
John 6: 40

Donna Kuehn

July 19, 2018

Nancy: sending my condolences and sympathy. May the love of God and the gift of time bring comfort and healing through the loss you are feeling now.

George Dardess

July 19, 2018

Swimmer Gary and I clocked many a mile in the dingy but beloved Monroe Avenue YMCA in Rochester, New York. I'll always remember him for his generosity and humor. Gary loved to chuckle at the absurdities of lifeamused, but always in a kindly, forgiving way. And since life provides endless absurdities (including in our own behavior), there was always a lot to laugh at. I thought of him today as I was wallowing once again in that same Monroe pool, very much feeling him swimming beside me into eternity.

Debbie Benack

July 19, 2018

I am saddened to hear of Gary's passing. I remember him fondly from our days at Immanuel Baptist Church. In fact I think Gary and I were baptised there on the same day. Gary, Nancy and the boys were always there, ready to lend a hand and share a smile. He will be greatly missed. God speed Gary, may you rest in God's eternal peace.

July 18, 2018

To the Goodger Family My sincerest condolences on behalf of the Gomez Family.
Gary and Nancy, I'll always remember us having lunch together at Taco Mexicano. I wanted you guys to test some of The best places to eat in Cruces. It was nice to have you become friends after customers. Sincerely Gabe Gomez Formerly from Wallace Chevrolet

Jane McCarry

July 18, 2018

I remember as a teenager, when Gary and my cousin Nancy were dating, how they would ride bikes and have other fun adventures. Even back then, I thought that they would have a long and happy marriage. I know he will be missed not only by his relatives but his adopted Las Cruces family where he enjoyed so much of his life. My thoughts and prayers to Nancy, Mark, Rodney and his family.

Barbara Sales

July 17, 2018

Dick and I remember two years ago when Gary and Nancy invited us to see a show in Las Cruces and had lunch. Gary had much knowledge of history of Las Cruces . We are both saddened of his passing. Our prayers are with Nancy and his family

Annette Fargnoli

July 17, 2018

Gary was our neighbor for 20 plus years in Rochester, I will always remember his kind heart and great spirit. He was a loving husband and great father and wonderful friend. My deepest condolences to Nancy, Mark and Rodney. Keep his memory in your hearts and he will be with you always.

Mary-Esther Grider

July 17, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. My deepest condolences Gary was such a committed volunteer at FRRM he will truly be missed.

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