Richard A. Goff, age 84 of Altoona, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Richard was born on February 16, 1942 to the late Lyle and Eleanor Goff. On December 2, 1961, he married Judy Laabs in Abbottsford. Judy passed on November 1, 2024.
He graduated from Tomah High School and later moved to Merrill, WI. While in Merrill, Richard managed Chips Hamburgers and owned Kozy Korner Café. After selling the café, he worked for Farmers Insurance in Wausau until retirement.
Richard was a wonderful painter, painting beautiful works of art. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, spending time at his land in Draper, WI, playing the guitar and singing.
Survivors are his daughters, Deb Heldt and Lori (Tom) Stephens; grandchildren: Josh, Sydney, Corey and Jaycee; and great-grandchildren: Elliot, Hayzlee, Hudson and Charlie. He is survived by other relatives and friends.
Preceding him in death are his wife, Judy, parents and son-in-law Fred Heldt.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 19, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2245 Hayden Ave., Altoona with Pastor Tim Stein officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until time of service.
Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family. Online condolences may be shared at www.cremationsociety-wi.com.
