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Marie Goff

Oct 8th, 1921 - Aug 13th, 2016

Funeral:  1 p.m. Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Powers General Baptist Church, Xenia

Interment:  Powers Cemetery

 

   Juanita Marie Goff, 94, died on August 13, 2016, at the home of her grandson in Huntington Beach, CA.   Formerly Juanita Marie Ellis was born in Orchardville, IL, on October 8, 1921, the daughter of Ed Ellis and Ella May Lee-Ellis.  Marie, a long time resident of Xenia, recently moved to Huntington Beach, CA, to be with family.  Marie's grandson, Darin Goff, his wife, Deborah, and her great grand children, Alicia, Amber and Austin Goff, who were with her in her final hours.  She is also survived by many other family members and friends.

   Marie, a dedicated wife and mother, married Lyman Goff on June 6, 1942.  Lyman was Xenia's postmaster and rural mail carrier, and he preceded her passing on Feb. 8, 1973, as did their son, Ellis Goff, a retired executive with Apple Computers, who passed on March 13, 2014.   Marie was a homemaker and attended Powers Church in Xenia.   She was a beloved member of the local community and will be greatly missed.

   Final services for Marie Goff will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, August 20, 2016, at Powers General Baptist Church south of Xenia.  Officiating will be her Pastor, Ron Jennings. Interment will be in Powers Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be given to Powers General Baptist Church. Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.  Visit www.frankandbright.com to share a condolence or memory with the family.

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Nita Smith

August 15th

So sorry to hear of Marie 's passing over. She was a very sweet lady.

Trudy Zimmerman

August 15th

Marie was such a classy woman and I met her at the Xenia Café when working for Ed Gauger Insurance. I am sorry for your loss. She was a great person.

Becky HOLMAN Tanzer

August 15th

Marie, was a long time neighbor of ours. So enjoyed seeing her smiling face and her positive attitude. Sending prayers to family.

Jim Yates

August 15th

I met Ellis in high school at Flora. He and I were at Eastern Ill together. Got back in touch with him around 2000. Met his mother. When I would go back to Flora I would call and invite Marie to go out to dinner. Went many places but believe favorite was at Orchardsville. She was always so gracious and full of spirit. I will miss my friend. I cannot think of anything more fitting to say other than "She always treated me with kindness."

junior and joy.

August 15th

marie was such a blessing to spend time with. we loved her so much and she will be missed greatly. love you marie.

Candy Harrell

August 16th

Marie was one of the sweetest women of Xenia I had the pleasure of knowing. I am sorry for your loss. I cleaned a short time for her sister in law, it was totally not necessary for Marie, her home was spotless all the time!

Frank and Angie Edwards family

August 16th

So very sorry to hear about Marie. She was a lovely lady and a very happy soul. Praying for your family

Walterene

August 16th

So very sorry to hear of this..loved her much.God bless the family

john and lisa wallace

August 16th

We are really going to miss Marie. She was a good friend and neighbor. I know she is really happy to be back with Lyman and Ellis. Prayers to you Darrin and your family.

Donna Henson Krutsinger

August 16th

Prayers for your family. Marie was such a sweet, caring person.

Sandra Slover

August 16th

Sorry to hear of Marie's passing. She was so sweet and funny. We spent many evenings of talking and laughter while doing ceramics in Zenith. She will be missed.

June Conard

August 16th

I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words to express my feelings at this time but your grandmother and I go back to 1976 when I started doing her income taxes. We have laughed together and cried together more than once and my heart hurts thinking that will never happen again. Love to you and your family. jc

Darrell &Connie Ward

August 16th

Marie was a wonderful lady, kind and thoughtful to everyone. Praying for comfort for your family.

Joe and Pam Harrell

August 16th

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Marie. She was a kind, sweet, and funny lady. I enjoyed chatting with Marie before church on Sunday mornings at the Powers Church where I usually sat beside her or behind her. She always had a positive outlook on life. She was truly a wonderful lady and she will be greatly missed by all they knew her. Prayers and hugs for the family.

Bill & Charlene Gilmore

August 16th

Praying God will give the family peace and comfort. Marie is happy to be with Lyman and Ellis. Marie and I had some good talks I will never forget. She was a beautiful lady. Thank you Darin for taking good care of Marie. Blessing to your family

sharon stanley

August 16th

Sorry to hear about Marie's passing. She was such a wonderful woman. I enjoyed her humor

Roy & Freda Forth

August 17th

Marie was a joy to be around. she will be missed.

Darin, Debbie Goff & Patty Avallone

August 20th

We will greatly miss you ✨Grandma Goff!!!✨ We are glad you are in heaven, with Lyman, Ellis, your Mom, Dad, sister, cousins and friends. Basically all of Xenia and Orchardville 's Angels! ✨

Hilary, Andy and Thelma Guler

August 20th

We are so sorry to hear about Marie's passing. Sending our thoughts, love and prayers to you all. Love you!

Candice Oliver Smith

August 20th

Marie was a great woman. I spent a lot of time at her house as a youngster. We had some great times. She was kind of like a substitute grandma to me even though she really wasn't old enough to be mine. We baked cookies, decorated the Christmas tree and sometimes just sat and talked. She will always hold a special p!ace in my heart.

-Amy and Holly

August 20th

Much love to you all... Keeping you in our prayers. Xxoo

Ed and Vicki Wade

August 20th

We're thinking of all of the you today. Although it's clear that Marie Goff will be missed tremendously by many people, it is also clear that she had a long and a wonderful life. That is a blessing.

Ruby Bartley

August 22nd

I am sister of Wanda Bayles. Wanda spoke of Marie a lot and was her good friend. My sympathy to you.

 

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