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William Leroy Goughenour Sr. 58, went to be with the Lord on April 29th, 2012, surrounded by his loving family at home. William was born May 10th, 1953 in Johnstown PA to the late Shirley G (Bittner) and Robert E Goughenour.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Victoria (Smith), and their children; William Leroy Jr, and wife Roxanne (Belles) of Rockwell, NC, Rebecca J Ellington and husband Randall of Orlando, FL, Matthew M and wife Janet (Moes) Denver, NC, Nathaniel and friend Courtney of Orlando, FL. Grandchildren include Paislyn, Riley, Kyla, Cady, Kayleigh, Amelia and Max. Also surviving are Bill’s Brother Donald Goughenour wife Robin and sister Roberta and his extended family Michael J Smith wife April and nephews Drew and Jacob, niece Andrea. Christopher W Smith wife Maryann, nephews Adam and Christian and neices Emily, Jessica and Kate who will miss him very much.
Bill started work as a coal miner in Pennsylvania and remained there for 20 years before moving to North Carolina and joining the Elevator Industry in 2000. He was currently employed by Schindler Elevator as an Elevator Mechanic in Charlotte NC. Bill’s passions included his love of hunting, trapping, fishing and coin collecting. Bill had a indomitable passion for life and could always be found talking for hours about his many hobbies and sharing stories with new friends. Bill had a deep love for the outdoors and his family that was reflected in everything he did.
A memorial service will be held at 3pm on May 10th, 2012 at Salisbury Christian Fellowship 210 W Ritchie Rd Salisbury, NC 28147.
Carolina Cremation of Salisbury, NC is assisting the Goughenour family. Online condolences may be made at www.mycarolinacremation.com.
Keith Dossey, Jr. says
The elevator industry will miss Bill greatly. God bless him and his family.
Keith, Lori & Jacob Dossey
Kristen Rouse says
I just wanted to say that I didn’t know Bill that well, but when he worked here in Charleston he was a joy and always had a smile on his face and a joke and chuckle to go with it :-). Thank you Bill for making me laugh and smile. Take care of yourselves and your family and enjoy each others company.
Steve Teeter says
I will miss Bill very much. He was a friend and great employee. He will be
missed by the entire Schindler group for sure. I have had the pleasure of
knowing Bill for many years. God Bless him and his family through the upcoming days
Euel & Julie Mauney says
God rest his soul! Peace, prayers and love to the wonderful family he left behind! One day you will all be together again in our Lord’s kingdom, we hope that’s of some comfort! We are glad for having known him!
Jessica L. Moose Bennett says
Sadly missed along life’s way,
quietly remembered every day…
No longer in our life to share,
but in our hearts, you’re always there.
Jessica, Ian, Tyler and Libby
Nick and Denise
Jason and Tanya Bjerke says
Janet and Matt, we are thinking of you in your time of sorrow. May your sorrow be eased by the memories that were left behind that will always live on in your hearts.
Mandy Swierad says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ed and Deb Hart says
Dear Vicki and family,
Please know that our love, thoughts and prayers are with you. Praying you find peace in knowing Bill is home and that you will find comfort in the memories.
Love, Deb and Ed
Sandy Blake says
I had the pleasure of working with Bill for 5 years. I will miss his smiling face when he visited the office. My heart goes out to you all.
harold and peggy keim says
vicki and family, you are in our prayers and thoughts at this time. he will be missed. god bless you and youre family always. love, harold and peggy
Tina and Vito Delgorio says
Bill will surely be missed. We had a lot of good times over the years. Our prayers and thoughts are with you guys in this tough time. Wish we could be there for the memorial.
I always liked this poem. Hope it helps ease the pain. Love you guys.
I Did Not Die
Do not stand at my grave and forever weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn’s rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and forever cry.
I am not there. I did not die.
Michael Ellis says
I only met Bill a few times, but during the time I spent with him, he was good natured and fun-loving, and that is how I will always remember him.
Be at peace, Bill.
Lee Goughenour says
I am really going to miss you Dad! You have been my best friend for many, many years. I will remember all the the things you have taught me and do my best to pass them on to others. I am thankful and grateful that you are and always will be the BEST DAD EVER!
Megan Keeney says
Your family is in my prayers!
Emily Smith says
Dear Aunt Vicki, Lee, Becca, Matt and Nathan,
Uncle Bill was a great man and will be missed very much. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Love
Emily and family
Doris and Steve says
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. He will always be with you and one day you will meet up again.
Sharon Groth says
Never met him but know several family members and my sympathy goes to all.
Roberta says
I will always hold great memories of you and our family in my heart. I love you and will see you again. Rest now in Peace.
Your sister Roberta
Maxine Lowman says
Sorry for your loss Goughenour Family. Love and prayers to you in this time of sorrow. May God comfort you now and bring you peace that lasts forever. Bill will missed.
Susumu Matsuo says
we’ll never forget your big smile and voice.You were very powerful and friendly and kind. After the earthquke you emailed me to say if we need any help we can stay at your house. We really appreciated your kindness. We’ll always miss you. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol Tomkosky says
Goughenour family.
I knew Bill in school, and on facebook,
I’m so sorry for your loss.
My Deepest Sympathy to all, I know Bill loved his family so much and he will surly be missed, So very sorry for your loss.
God Bless you and your Family .
Ray Falduti says
Bill was a true professional and we were very fortunate to have him on our Schindler team. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family members.
John and Lindsie Zemanick says
Rebecca, Vicki, and the entire Goughenpur family,
Our hearts go out to you all at this time in your lives. We never had the pleasure of meeting Bill, but after spending time with you both, we know what a special man he was. You are in our prayers, and will continue to be. Remembering all the good times right now can help ease you through your grief. We know he will always be in your hearts. Love from all of us….
Bob and Judy DuBreucq says
I worked with Bill for many years in the coal mines and considered him to be a great friend. After he moved from PA I thought of him often. He was a pleasant man to be around and a great help at all times. I will surely miss him. Bill and Vicki are in our prayers.
Frank Young says
Vicki, Sorry to hear about Bill’s passings. Even though I have not seen you guys in years, I thought about you guys often especially during the trapping season. You are in my thoughts and prayers! Frank Young