Melva Loraine Goff

Melva Loraine Goff went to be with the Lord September 18, 2008. She is survived by her loving son Willard E. Goff, Jr. one granddaughter, Shanon, of Springfield, three granddaughters, Taci, Allison, and Bryleigh of Hutchinson, Kansas and one great grandson, Gage, of Hutchinson, Kansas; two sisters, Florence Mason, Springfield, CO; Dollie Pickerel of Pueblo, CO.; two brothers, Wesley (Colleen) Combs and Melvin (Carol) Combs of Pueblo, CO.; many beloved nieces, nephews, and many very special friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard E. Goff, Sr.; parents, Arcu and Gladys Combs; one twin sister Elva Elaine Combs, two sisters, Elsie Stokes and Dorothy Martin; two brothers, Lawrence Combs and Elbredge Combs. Melva was born in Pritchett, CO to Arcu and Gladys Combs July 11, 1942. She grew up there and attended Pritchett High School. She married Willard Goff, Sr. and after a few years they returned to Springfield, CO and made their home. Willard became Sheriff of Baca County and Melva worked for the Sheriff’s department many years and retired. She was a compassionate and caring person; always willing to give a helping hand to anyone in need. She attended the Assembly of God church in Springfield for over 25 years, blessing the church with her special songs. Her family adds these words to her memory: God looked around His garden and He found an empty place. He looked down upon the earth, and saw her weary face; He put His arms around her and lifted her to rest. God’s garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best. It broke our hearts to lose her, but she did not go alone; A part of us went with her, the day God called her home. Funeral services were held at the Assembly of God, 4th and Church St in Springfield, CO.; Saturday, September 20th at 2:00 pm officiated by Rev. Paul Travor. Interment at Springfield Cemetery.