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Peter Goffena Obituary
SIDNEY — Peter Michael Goffena, age 60, of Sidney, passed away Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at 3:50 p.m. at his home.
He was born on Sept. 13, 1957, in Sidney, Ohio, the son of Shyla (Freeman) Goffena, of Sidney, and the late Peter Goffena.
On July 29, 1977, Mike married Bonnie Sollmann, who survives along with their three sons, Derik (Caroline) Goffena, of Raleigh, North Carolina, Brad Goffena and Thomas (Tiffany) Goffena, both of Sidney; two brothers, Thomas (Karen) Goffena and David (Deborah) Goffena, both of Sidney; and six grandchildren, Laney, Levi, Cameron, Leyton, Hudson and Kami Goffena.
Mr. Goffena was a graduate of Sidney High School. He worked as a technician for Everyday Technologies, a dispatcher for Hemmelgarn, and was the owner of Goff's Sports Center in Sidney.
Mike was a proud supporter of Sidney Athletics and was instrumental in the establishment of the Sidney High School Athletic 200 Club. He was a member of Sidney First United Methodist Church, Sidney YMCA, Shelby Oaks Golf Club and Sidney Moose Lodge 568.
A private graveside service will be held at Graceland Cemetery with Pastor Bryan Jones officiating.
A celebration of Mike's life will be held Sunday, April 22, 2018, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Shelby Oaks Golf Club, 9900 Sidney-Freyburg Road, Sidney.
Arrangements are in the care of Cromes-Edwards Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Sidney High School Athletic 200 Club.
Condolences may be expressed to the Goffena family at the funeral home's website, www.cromesfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Peter Goffena
Joe Creviston
April 13, 2019
Knew Mike for a lot of years.
Had him in class in the 7th and 8th grade.
Great sport person.
I always enjoyed having breakfast with his family and grand kids.
Seeing the joy he had being with them.
Seeing the joy in Shyla,s eyes was a thrill.
A great person.
My thoughts to his family.
April 28, 2018
Shy Am way behind on email.Want to express our condolences on the passing of your son!!!.
Gretchen ane Wayne
Marlin and Brenda Shamblin
April 24, 2018
Bonnie and family, we are so very, very sorry to hear about Mike. We pray that you can take comfort in the joy you gave him and the special memories you shared. Treasure them as nothing can take that away. It is so obvious that his time especially with the grandchildren was a precious gift for all. May each of you feel the presence of the Lord now and in the coming days. Love, Marlin and Brenda Shamblin
Violet Harris
April 24, 2018
Dear Bonnie, and the rest of the Goffena family. Thinking of you at this very difficult time. Mike will be remembered by all of you for the good person he was. I pray God will give you all the strength you need to get you through this. Mike will live on in all of your hearts forever. May he rest in peace.
April 22, 2018
Went to school and graduated with Mike, but, really did not know him. My heart goes out to your family. Kim (Lynn) Schweitzer
April 22, 2018
To Bonnie, family and friends,
We are deeply sadden for your loss, Husband, Father, Grandpa and Team Mate (#32). May god bless you with his memory, wisdom and fortitude for generations to come.
-Jack Pulfer and family.
Rita Thurman
April 22, 2018
Bonnie, God had shown himself to you and Mike in the last few months and I pray that you and the family feel His overwhelming peace now as I type this. Embrace that peace and the love from your family and friends. Celebrate Mike's life and know God has welcomed him home! Love and prayers, Rita Thurman
Jeff Smith
April 22, 2018
Our hearts and Prayers go out to the entire Goffena family, May God Lift you up in your time of sorrow and hold you in the palms of his hand. God's promise we will see you again! Amen!
Joe Creviston
April 21, 2018
To the Goffena family,
So sorry to hear of Mike passing,
He was a great family man.
Seeing him with his grand children always was a pleasure.
He will be missed by family and so many friends.
My prayers will be with Bonnie, Shyla, and the family.
CHARMANE FOGT
April 21, 2018
MY DEAR BONNIE AND FAMILY,
MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND SO FULL OF LOVE FOR YOU.
I PRAY GOD CAN GIVE YOU HIS GENTLE CARE AND GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH YOU NEED .
OH MY DEAR BONNIE, I WISH I COULD SAY THE RIGHT WORDS TO HELP. THERE JUST ISN'T ANY.BUT KNOW THAT MANY PEOPLE LOVE YOU AND YOURS AND WE ALL PRAY AND OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU.
LOVE MOM FOGT
Leslie Wallace
April 21, 2018
Sorry for the lost of Mike, Prayers goes out to you and the family. Leslie Wallace
Joann Crites (Frazier)
April 21, 2018
BONNIE THINKING OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
Mary Ellen Pope
April 20, 2018
Oh Bonnie, so sorry to hear of your loss...take care of yourself during this difficult time.
April 20, 2018
Bonnie,
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dave and Lisa Heitman
April 20, 2018
Bonnie and Shyla, Ralph and I are so sorry thoughts and prayers go out to your familiy.
Ruth an Ralph Pleiman
April 20, 2018
Thoughts and Prayers Bonnie and your family.Sue Fogt
Marguerite McGlinch
April 19, 2018
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
April 19, 2018
Bonnie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Carol and Jeff Boblit
Robyn Hughes
April 19, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you my dear friend Bonnie and family. May you find comfort and peace in God's loving arms.
Alice Alexander
April 19, 2018
Bonnie and family...Jerry and I are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Thinking and sending prayers.
Jerry and Alice Alexander
Anita and Jack Billing
April 19, 2018
So sorry for your loss.
Mary Bertsch
April 19, 2018
So sorry for your loss Bonnie, prayers for your family...love you!
Belinda Smith
April 19, 2018
Sorry for your loss prayers for Bonnie and the family
Galen Collier
April 19, 2018
Dear Goffena family, so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Patty Johnston
April 19, 2018
I am at a loss for words... however I hope my 'who I grew up with' Goffena family and you Bonnie know how sorry I am for your loss. I have many fun & good memories of Mike thru childhood and adult life. Sending prayers for healing & much love.... Patty Johnston
April 19, 2018
Prayers are with the family.
Steve Partington
North Port Fl
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