Richard C. Goldey, 90, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Friday, May 13, 2022 at his home.
He was born September 10, 1931 in Connersville, one of six children of Everett A. and Beulah E. Towler Goldey.
On July 17, 1952, he was married in Connersville to Elizabeth Mae Feebeck by Reverend Herbert Fitzpatrick. Mrs. Goldey passed away January 7, 2014.
Richard was employed at Porcelain Steel for nine years, the Connersville Fire Department for 20 years, and for the General Telephone Company for 21 years.
He was a charter member of Connersville Baptist Temple and a 50 Year plus member of Warren Lodge #15, F & AM.
In his leisure, he enjoyed sightseeing and trips to Myrtle Beach. He especially loved holiday meals and fixing the turkey and dressing.
Survivors include three children, Rhonda Goldey, Regina (Stephen) Bush, and Rick (Kari) Goldey, all of Connersville; six grandchildren, Jeni Wynn-Harsh, Leslie Wynn, Matt Lingg, Mandy Lingg, Ryan Goldey, and Derek (Shelby) Goldey; ten great-grandchildren, Tesa, Maggie, Dylan, Hendrix, Camdyn, Aria, Calie, Cole, Evee and Margo; a number of nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Rocky.
Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Elizabeth Mae Goldey; a grandson, Scott Jeremy Wynn; a granddaughter, Apryl Wynn; three sisters, Leah Bridgett, Betty Grubbs, and Marilyn Noe; and two brothers, Everett and David Goldey.
Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Chris Lovett at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2022 in Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home, where friends may call from 11 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday. Warren Lodge will conduct Masonic Memorial Services at 2 p.m. on Wednesday. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Fayette County Cancer Society, the Fayette County Animal Shelter, or Samaritan Saddlebag c/o Crosspointe Biker Church.
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