Leander “Lee” Goff, Jr., 83, of Owensboro, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born in Daviess County on November 18, 1937 to the late Leander Isadore and Mamie Pearl Shaney Goff. He worked at Ideal – Milk Company and went on to retire from Goldenrod – Milk Company. He was a member of The Immaculate Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. Lee had a talent for music and singing. His laugh was contagious. Spending time outdoors, especially when it involved fishing and tending to his garden, was a favorite pastime. Lee especially loved spending time with family and playing with his grandchildren.
Along with his parents, Lee is preceded in death by his son, Reverend Daniel Goff; his grandson, Jeremy Clary; his brothers, Joseph, Arthur, Clarence, Thomas, Edward, and Bob; his sisters, Evelyn, Teresa, Audrey, Margaret, Mamie, and Alice.
Lee is survived by his wife, Janet Evelyn Barr Goff; his children, Sharon (Vernon) McMahan, Jackie (Tim) Wehr, Elaine (Bruce) Miller, Lisa (Pat) Mattingly; his grandchildren, Jason (Megan), Jared, Danielle (Drew), Megan (Austin), Kayla (Jacob), Garrett (Crystal), Ryan (Rachael), Ashley (Tyler), and Allisa; his great-grandchildren, Levi, Carmen, Ava, Carter, Bexley, Taylyn, Raylan, Evelyn, Jameson, and 3 on the way; and his sister, Mavis (Terry) Blandford.
Services will be 10:30 am Saturday, March 6, 2021 at The Immaculate Catholic Church. Burial will follow at St. Raphael. Visitation will be from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday, and again from 9:30 am until the time of service at the church.
All who wish to honor Lee at the visitation and funeral are required to wear a mask while inside the church for the safety of all those in attendance.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Kentucky Hemophilia Foundation; 1850 Taylor Ave # 2, Louisville, KY 40213.
Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Goff. Share your messages of condolence with the family of Leander “Lee” Goff, Jr. and sign his virtual guestbook by going to www.haleymcginnis.com