We are saddened to announce the peaceful transition of Mr. Barry Christopher Goggans of Gulf Breeze, Florida , ( formerly of Rockford, Alabama) on Tuesday, August 15, 2023.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 26, 2023 in the sanctuary of New Home Baptist Church with interment following in the First Baptist Church Cemetery (formerly Rockford Cemetery). Service will be live-streamed (see clickable link below)
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 25, 2023 from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m.
Professional Service provided by Wright's Funeral Home.
Glenn O. Coats sent Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for Barry Goggans - August 21, 2023
A Silent Thought, a Special Prayer, for a Special Person in GOD's Care. From Glenn O. Coats & Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. May God's peace and love be with you. There is no sorrow that He can't heal. Sincerely, Sharon Jackson Pearson
Barry impacted the lives he touched. His mission was to treat every patient as if were his grandmother whom he loved dearly. I will miss our banter, his laughter, and words of encouragement. Barry is a beautiful light that will never be dimmed. My deepest heartfelt condolences to his family.
Words alone cannot express the sorrow that I feel by the untimely departure of my darling nephew, Barry Goggans. I will continue to cherish the wonderful laughs and times that we spent together. Continued prayers for our entire family collectively, as this is so difficult. Love forever, Auntie Chris
Cory I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. May the God of comfort and peace be with you during your bereavement season. We will see our love ones again " in that great getting up morning". Much love and many blessings
Barry's was filled with love for people . We only crossed paths a few times but he always showed me and my family genuine love and kindness. Blessings to the family Richard and Joyce Wayne
I pray the family finds peace and comfort in his memory. We are ORU Alumni and I occasionally was honored to interact with Barry. He was always smiling with a great spirit. He will be missed.
Rest In Paradise, Barry, I'm So Glad GOD Placed Me in Your Path, I've Only Known you for 8 Months and I'm grateful for those 8 months, You've By far Been the Best Employer I've Had, & I Will Definitely Never forget you or the Encouraging words from you, May Your Beautiful Soul Rest in Paradise.. Forver the "BG"
In this sorrowful time, we would like to extend to you our heartfelt condolences. May our Lord comfort you and your loved ones.
Glenn O. Coats & Family
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