Robert Goff, Jr. Obituary

It is with deep love that we announce the passing of Robert M. Goff, Jr., who passed away peacefully in his home at the young age of 87 on November 25, 2025.

Born in Providence, RI he was the oldest son of the late Robert and Rita (Messier) Goff. Bob’s early years were marked by challenge, including time spent in an orphanage, yet these experiences instilled in him resilience, independence, and a strong work ethic. He worked in a cloth mill as a young man and, at just 17, he proudly enlisted in the United States Army. After completing his service, he went on to graduate from Rhode Island College.

Bob found deep joy in nature and physical activity. Lincoln Woods was his favorite place—not only for its peaceful trails and scenic beauty, but because it was there that he met the love of his life, Lorraine (Laurie) Goff, with whom he shared 53 wonderful years in marriage. Bob was happiest outdoors, whether walking, biking, appreciating the water’s edge, or showing off his playful “catch-around-the-back” frisbee move, a small symbol of the joy and energy he brought to those around him.

Sundays were often family days, traveling to places such as Rocky Point, Colt State Park, Crescent Park Carousel or to his beloved Lincoln Woods, where he brought his family to “his special rock” with a gigantic tree overlooking the pond before continuing together around the park.

A dedicated and hardworking man, Bob built a long career as a mechanical designer starting in Boston. He was a fixture on the morning train, always reading the newspaper, and rarely missed the evening news. Over the course of his career, he contributed his skills to Texas Instruments, Cumberland Engineering and, most recently,Teknor Apex, where he eventually retired.

Bob is survived by his soulmate, Lorraine, his daughters Kerry A. Dalpe and her husband, William, and Laurie M. Simanski and her husband, Nathan. He also leaves four cherished grandchildren, McKenzie, Courtney, Ariella, and Adrianna, as well as six great-grandchildren, Khloe, Kayliah, Kaevon, MJ, Maya and Alex, who brought him immense joy. In addition to his parents, Bob was predeceased by his brother and sister, Richard Goff and Elizabeth “Betty” Gardner. He will be remembered for his warmth, his quiet strength, his love of nature, and the deep devotion he held for his family.

His funeral will be held on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 9 a.m. from WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, RI, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. Teresa of the Child Jesus Church, 358 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. Interment with military honors will follow at Notre Dame Cemetery, 359 Daggett Ave., Pawtucket. VISITATION will be held on Monday, December 1, 2025, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to the DAV, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301 would be appreciated. For online condolences or to share memories please visit: TrippFuneralHome.com