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Donna Goggin Obituary
Donna proudly served in the United States Air Force (USAF) for 20 years, achieving the rank of Technical Sergeant (TSGT) before retiring in 1993. Following her distinguished military career, she pursued her entrepreneurial spirit and operated Spell Bound with her son Joel, a beloved local business, until 2022.
Donna was a vibrant part of her community, known for her love of pickleball, crafting intricate popsicle stick houses, and engaging in spirited Yu-Gi-Oh! card games. Her zest for life and unique hobbies brought joy to all who knew her.
She is survived by her son, Joel Goggin of Vacaville, CA; grandsons, Zachary and Christopher Goggin of Waterville, ME; cousin, Jeff Williams of Portland, ME; and her mother, Thelma Brooks of Waterville, ME. Her beloved dog, Marley, also mourns her loss. Donna was preceded in death by her brothers, Richard, Chester, and Kenneth Goggin.
A service to honor Donna's life and service will be held at the Augusta Veterans Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, an organization close to Donna's heart, supporting fellow veterans.
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Cindy Perez
October 17, 2024
I first met Donna on the pickleball court at the Alfond Y. I had recently retired and was walking on the upstairs walking track when I saw people playing the game. I went down to ask if anyone can play and Donna was the first to say yes! Come join us, we'll teach you. I was forever hooked! I would also see her walking her dog afternoons in the summertime. She always had time to talk if you were in need of an ear, she will and is greatly missed at the Y and many other places.
Bets Brown
September 4, 2024
I met Donna on the pickleball court in Waterville. She was always full of energy and had smiles for everyone. She was a good partner, never taking the game too seriously. Later I learned that she lived ~2 blocks from me. I enjoyed seeing her walking her dog, when we would occasionally chat. I miss seeing her and her wonderful smile.
Marion Chasteen
September 2, 2024
What a lovely human being. I met her playing pickleball. I always enjoyed playing with her. She had a wicked spin shot. I was fortunate to a number of her popsicle stick creations. She was talented and artistic. Gone too soon.
Shane Lake
August 28, 2024
One of the first places I visited when I moved to the Ville in 06 was Spell Bound. Donna was behind the desk, smiled, and we chatted cards. First thing I did when I got settled into my new place last year was hit Spell Bound. Donna was gaming in the side room...and we talked shop and it was like nothing changed. The smile was always there. The humor was always there. And the care was always there.
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Mike Rivera
August 27, 2024
Thank you for your service to our country, Ma'am. Job well done and it´s now time to Rest In Peace. May God Bless You and your family.
~Salute~
VFW Post 1012, Medford, MA
Lee Duperry
August 27, 2024
My wife and I first met Donna when we decided to play pickle ball in 2014. She helped us learn the game. We always called her "coach" after . She loved to joke around. We always asked her who she was each time. Donna or Coach. If she was having a good day she would say Coach. If the games were not going well she would say Donna. She showed us her talent of building her little village out of the sticks. She was always quick to laugh and smile. We were very sad when we heard she had passed.
Adam Chamberlain
August 26, 2024
Sorry for your loss Joel. She was an incredible person, and will be missed by many.
Chamby
Cathleen Stewart
August 26, 2024
Donna and my son James enjoyed battling it out playing Yu GI Oh, James mostly won, and Donna would say jokingly "Dammit James, quit cheating". She was always a good friend to James down at Spellbound and kept him in check. James will miss her for sure. Fly high Donna, your friends James D. and Cathy S.
Joel Goggin
August 26, 2024
I love my mother and miss her every day. Even now as I am going through this situation, I still find myself wanting to text her to ask questions. This won't be easy... ever.
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