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James Cecil Goff, 75, of Bowling Green, KY, passed away on Saturday, April 8th at his residence. Cecil was the son of the late Pete and Carrie Goff, born on May 8th, 1941 in Cromwell, KY. Cecil was a teacher, coach, school administrator and superintendent in a career spanning more than 45 years in public education. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and caretaker to many. He was an avid gardener, rabbit hunter, UK basketball fan, tireless advocate for youth sports and an active member of Hillvue Heights Church in Bowling Green, KY.

Cecil is survived by Kathy, his wife of 32 years, and his four children Cecilia Travis of Leitchfield, Jim (Annette) Goff of Bowling Green, Leslie (Richie) Sanders of Franklin, and Chase (Lauren) Goff of Bowling Green. He is also survived by his 8 grandchildren: Corey and Kyle Travis, Mackenzie and Alex Goff, Brooke and Anna Laura Sanders, and Maddux and Ryder Goff. He is also survived by a sister, Juanita (Ken) Proffitt, several nieces and nephews and other extended family. He was preceded in death by his brothers Everett and Reathel Goff, and his sister Earlene Pirtle.

Visitation will be held at J.C. Kirby and Son Lovers Lane Chapel in Bowling Green, KY on Wednesday, April 12th from 12pm-8pm and Thursday, April 13th from 9am-11am. The funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday at 11am with burial to follow in Sunnyside Cemetery in Beaver Dam, KY at 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy can be made in the form of contributions to the Cecil Goff Youth Sports Scholarship Fund to provide opportunities for children to participate in youth sports programs. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home or contributions can be made at any branch of Franklin Bank and Trust.