Goheen Randy

Randy Goheen

Randolph “Randy�? Lee Goheen, 61, of Carrington, ND, passed away April 10, 2015, in his home surrounded by his beloved family after a courageous battle with brain cancer.

Randy was born November 16, 1953, in Minot, ND. He was the son of Jerrold “Jerry�? and Sylvia “Sue�? (Bale) Goheen. Randy was raised in Carrington and graduated from Carrington High School in 1971. He went on to further his education at the Bottineau School of Forestry.

On September 2, 1978, he married Karen McCreary on the family farm near Carrington. They were blessed with two children a son Elliot and a daughter Danielle. Randy farmed from 1974-1978 with his father and from 1980-1997 with his wife. Through September of 1997 to March 1999 he worked for Randy Gisvold. During the winter of 2000 he worked for Terry Schander Construction. From 1999-2014 he worked and farmed for the Gussiaas’ brothers during the farming season and worked for Rosenau Equipment Company in Carrington, during the winters.

Randy was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He was also part of the Foster County Agriculture Improvement Board. He was assistant wrestling coach for Carrington High School from 1991-1994. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his family. Randy was a man of strong faith who loved his family dearly. He always put others before himself. He had a gentle spirit and a great sense of humor. He taught us patience, integrity, honesty, and graciousness.

Randy is survived by his wife, Karen Goheen, Carrington; son Elliot (Missie) Goheen, granddaughter Makaya and grandson Grayson of Barnesville, MN; daughter Danielle (Tony) Kraling, granddaughter Madison of Cooperstown, ND; his mother Sue (Wes) Buechler, Carrington; sisters Kim (Dr. Mark) Emmerich, Dickinson, ND; Lori (Jim) Cook, Carrington; brother Todd (Tammy) Goheen, Oshkosh, WI.

He is further survived by aunt Marjorie Glinz, Jamestown, ND; uncle William "Bill" (Marilyn) Goheen, Minot, ND; brother-in-law Jim (Sandy) McCreary, sister-in-law Linda (Terry) Schander both of Fargo, ND; sister-in-law Dee McCreary, Rochester, NY; brother-in-law Mike McCreary, Esmond, ND, and many other nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Randy was preceded in death by his father Jerry Goheen, father and mother-in-law Pat and Doris McCreary.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund will be established in Randy’s honor for brain cancer research.

PRAYER SERVICE:

Monday 7PM at Trinity Lutheran Church, Carrington

FUNERAL SERVICE:

Trinity Lutheran Church, Carrington

DATE AND TIME:

Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 10:30AM

Posted Condolences:

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Name: Lynda Guenther Miller

Date: April 30, 2015

Message: My dearest Sue,

I have thought of you so much over the years. I am so sorry for the loss of your son. I know your faith and love for the Lord will give you comfort. Condolences to Kim and Lori and Todd for losing their brother too soon. Love and prayers to all of Randy's family.

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Name: Doug Heinitz

Date: 4-20-2015

Message: Karen, I just found out about Randy's passing. I would like to extend to you and your family my condolences. May God bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

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Name: Kerry McCurley-Johnson

Date: 4/15/2015

Message: Our thoughts and prayers to the Goheen family from the McCurley family. Our love to all of you and may the peace of God comfort Randy's family. I remember many great times with the Goheen's, especially Lori and Kim. I've heard many great stories of time spent with my Mom and Dad, Wade and Mary McCurley. Sue, Mom is on a cruise right now and sends her deepest love, prayers and regards. Love to all. Duane and Kerry Johnson and the entire McCurley family.

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Name: Jim Dell

Date: 4/14/2015

Message: Randy and I had many good times playing football and wrestling. I was fortunate to see him again at the 2000 reunion. I almost didn't recognize him, he had slimmed down so much. Our prayers are with his family

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Name: Muriel (Anderson) Tourtelotte

Date: 4/13/15

Message: My deepest sympathy to all of Randy's family. Randy was one of my high school classmates way back when, and although our paths have not often crossed since graduation, I have never forgotten the gentle, respectful, fun, sincere person he was. I am so very sorry for the loss of you husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend.

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Name: Brenda Flynn (Zecha)

Date: 4/13/2015

Message: thoughts and prayers are with the family have such fond memories every summer being on harvest going out to their house and playing with all the kids god bless you all

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Name: Suzanne (Bale) Hogan

Date: 4-13-15

Message: Thoughts & prayers with all the family! I know Randy will be greatly missed by many. Wish I was closer to be there with you all. Love & hugs to you all!

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Name: Jeffrey Hjelseth

Date: 4/13/2015

Message: My thoughts and prayers are with the Goheen family. Randy and I were very close in our early years. He will be missed but we will see him again.

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Name: Craig Penas

Date: 04/13/2015

Message: Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. Randy will definitely be missed, but he is at peace with God. May the Lord provide you with comfort and strength during these difficult times.

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Name: Gary Lemert

Date: 12 APRIL 2015

Message: Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with the Goheen family.

One of my fondest memories of Randy was wrestling with him on the team in 1970-1971. Randy was a senior and I was a freshman. He was the heavyweight and I was the 98 pounder. Randy always looked out for me and protected me in the wrestling room.

May the memories of Randy be with you forever.

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Name: Donna Bakken

Date: April 12, 2015

Message: Thoughts and prayers to you Karen and the family. Randy will be missed, especially his smile and laugh. This is a very difficult time but know that he is now at peace with God.

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Name: Karen Gygax Rodriguez

Date: April 11, 2015

Message: The thoughts and prayers of the Federated Church of Green Lake, WI are with the family of Randy Goheen. May the peace of God give strength and comfort.