Steven Earl Goff, 56, of Tampa, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at James A. Haley VA Medical Center.
Born in Tampa, he was a graduate of Hillsborough High School and trained as a paramedic. He retired from the Hillsborough County Fire Department. He served in the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and earned the rank of Lance Corporal. He enjoyed hunting and surfing.
Steven was preceded in death by his father, Chief Earl Goff. Survivors include his daughter, Alexa Goff of Riverview; mother, Daisy; sister, Karen (Andy) Solo; nephew, Cory (Monica) Solo; companion, Robin Yorkall of Tampa; and his beloved dogs, Buford and Sasha.
Graveside services with full military honors will be held at 1:30pm on Monday, January 12, 2009 at Florida National Cemetery, 6502 SW 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, FL 33513.
I will always cherish the times we had together! I will never forget all of the fun memories we had! You had a huge part of my life and for that I am happy!! I know you are with Grandpa now in Heaven putting out fires with all your firefighter buddies! I know you will watch over me and te rest of the family and protect us as best you can with God’s help! You will NEVER EVER be forgotten and I cherrish the moments that I had with you on Earth! I will see you someday in Heaven and once again we will be reunited!! I love you always!
Cory
My dear Bubba! My heart is heavy with grief. We tried so hard to keep you here with us and prayed that God would please give us a little while longer with you – but, God was busy answering your wish for peace. I know that you are in a better place, where you no longer have pain and suffering, and above everything else that is my wish for you….finally, peace that you could not find here on earth. You have been through so much, more than any one human should have to endure. I am left with many memories (some good, some bad) but precious all the same! We will all meet again someday so enjoy your time with Daddy while you can!
I would like to send a special thank you to the wonderful MICU staff of doctors and nurses who went above and beyond their calling to provide the very best of care for Steven (and his family) in our time of need. It is very much appreciated.
I know it’s been only a few days since you left this Earth, but I know you are looking down on us even more than ever! I know your obituary said Robin was your companion but we all knew Carol was your one and only true love!! But as you already know our family has grown as strong and full as ever since Robin has left our lives for good!! We all know she was the main reason you departed this world so fast and to tell you the truth I cannot blame you!! As time passed by we saw that you became her money train and now that you are gone she has nothing! I’m sure her next victim is right around the corner! Grandma is more alert now than ever now that Robin’s black cloud has been removed! It’s a shame how you cannot be here physically to share the rebirth of the greatest family in the world but I know you are right here in spirit!! I will leave by saying this promise to you bro: as long as there is breath in my lungs I will make sure that your life on Earth was a cake walk compared to the life I pray that Robin and her family endure each and ever day as cowards, thieves, scammers, and just plain white hillbilly trash!!! I will uphold your legacy brother!! I love you with all my heart and soul!!
cory–
Hey Bro! Seems like yesterday we were talking while I was cutting your hair about getting Harleys and riding to Sturgis or Daytona!! Those talks and dreams we had I will always remember and do my best to fulfill one day. I know you will be riding with me in spirit. I know you see us doing the best we can with mama so don’t worry about a thing. Just continue to watch over us daily to help us make it through this tough time! Don’t forget to put a little extra support on your sister’s side as she can use it the most. You know I am not real religious but I do know you are with God and are enjoying the pearly gates of Heaven and I know it must be so beautiful and peaceful up there!! Well goodbye for now bro, I love you and miss you!!
cory
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Uncle Steve!! We sure do miss ya around here!! We are taking care of mama the best we can. Be sure to keep an eye on all of us from time to time from heaven!! I love you Bro…..Cory
My dear brother! We miss you so much! We are all pulling together to take care of Mom – I couldn’t manage without Cory. He is my rock. Andy comes by to see you every now and then – he misses you, too! You know I love you with all my heart! Say hello to Daddy, Andy and Doug. I know you all are together and that gives me comfort! Love always, Sis
Happy Memorial Day! I salut you and all the others who fought to keep me safe and have the freedoms I cherish!! I wish you were still here and we do miss you! Keep an eye on Mama as shew goes through surgery June 9. I know you alreadt are but it feels good to write to you!! Tell Grandpa I said hello and remember I love you always bro!!!
My prayers are with all of you when I seen this I was shocked. I grow up with Steve and when he had that bad car wreck I used to go over and visit him at his moms house. Karen don’t know if you remember me or not. Your family meant a lot to me growing up and I love Steven very much. My heart goes out to you and your family for Steve and your mom.
Lynn
Hey Bean! Well – I’m totally sure that you, Mom and A Murel are up there having a ball. Daddy is there, too, silent but listening never the less and interjecting his dry sense of humor every now and then! Someday we will all be together again and kick off one fantastic reunion! You always loved parties and get togethers. I miss you each and every day. Please take care of Mom (and the rest). Love, Sis
Just thinking of you today! Me and LJ went to a moonshiners meet n greet and we’re getting ready for Bikeweek! I’ll make sure and rev it up one time for ya bro! I love you man!!!
Watch over My mom and everyone else un there in Haeven! I miss you bro!!
Just reminiscing today of all the stuff that has happened over the last several years. My whole World has been turned up side down and shattered with all the losses of the family. There is no longer a sense of family as I once knew it. I miss all of you each and every day and actually wish I could take your place to be with mom, grandma and grandpa! Until then I try as best I can to relive the memories I have as it is the only real comfort I have theses days!! Love you!!!