David Gooch Obituary
David B. Gooch
David B. Gooch, 58, of Huntsville died Thursday in Huntington Beach, Calif.
He was proceeded in death by his father, Thomas R. Gooch.
He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Denise Sanders Gooch; son, Colin B Gooch; daughter, Courtney Blair Gooch; mother, Jane M Gooch; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Dawn and Samuel Hall, and Mary Jane and Glenn Whitehead; and one nephew, Samuel Preston Hall II.
David was currently the Director and Vice President of Operations and Human Resources for the TOYO Tire Corporation USA. He graduated from Grissom High School in Huntsville, attended Birmingham-Southern College, and graduated from Auburn University with a B.A. in philosophy. He had over 30 years in global companies Dunlop Tires, Sumitomo Tires and Pirelli. David was a member of Valley United Methodist Church.
Memorial services will be held in Huntington Beach. David loved hiking, camping, and fly-fishing and has requested that his ashes be spread along the majestic rivers of California. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to Hoof Beats of Hope Inc., c/o Mrs. Jan Gooch Foy, 840 Osage Crossland Road, Puryear, TN, 38251.
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November 16, 2011
Thinking of you all.
Love,
Betty Sanders
Aly Carlile
November 16, 2011
I was fortunate to meet David and his family in Chico. He was one of the loveliest individuals I have ever had the pleasure to meet. He had a way of making you feel ten feet tall. Great man. My heart goes out to Denise, Colin and Courtney. Please know you all are in our prayers...Aly and Randy and Savy.
Sherry Thurmond
November 16, 2011
Denice, My prayers are with you and your family at this time. I remember when David first came to work and was so madly in love with you. He will always be in my thoughts as a sweet love-struck boy who followed you until he finally won your heart. Cherish the memories as life is never guaranteed.
ARLON ROGERS
November 15, 2011
Our prayer for the family is that our father's loving arms will envelope and comfort you during this time of grief. May Jesus lift you with His Spirit and Holy Comforter. Cherish the good memories in times to come. Co-worker, Huntsville Dunlop plant. arlon rogers
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Kristie French
November 15, 2011
Mary Jane and Family, our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Loosing a family member is never easy. Your cousin's charity shines a light on these dark days. Take Care, Kristie French and Family
November 15, 2011
Denise, please know that my prayers are with you and your family at this time. The last time I spoke to David was in 2004 and he was so excited about using robotics in a factory in Georgia ( I think). It's good to have happy memories. May your memories comfort you in the days to come. Janice Herod-Wilson, Huntsville, AL
November 15, 2011
I will always cherish those fabulous 4th of July celebrations with my fellow pyromaniac. David was the first to ever trust me with numerous explosives against everyone's better judgement. Thanks for your faith in me and taking your life in your own hands every time you handed me the lighter.
I truly believe, God has no idea the spectacular firework show he is about to experience. David, may your spirit soar and light up the heavens for eternity. Love and miss you. Dee Nichols & Family
Sybil Mercier
November 14, 2011
Mary Jane,
Thinking of you and your family. Remember the good, remember the love!
Sybil
November 14, 2011
You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
With sympathy
Gerry and Elizabeth Sanders-Haymond
Lesa Kervin
November 14, 2011
The Gooch family home was my second home growing up. To David, I was just another bratty little sister hanging around the house. I remember being amazed that David could fold his long lanky body into that hot little Triumph TR6. I will cherish the memories of all the good times forever.
Love to all of you!
Lesa Jane
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