of Little Rock, AR
July 1, 1949 - September 27, 2024
Harold Randolph ''Randy'' Goetz, age 75, passed away September 27, 2024 due to complications from pancreatic cancer. He was born July 1, 1949 in Stuttgart, AR to the late Mae Ree Harris Goetz and Harold Leon Goetz. Randy was predeceased by his wife of 48 years, Becky Elslander Goetz, brother-in-law, Bill Smith and a younger brother.
Randy was blessed to marry again and is survived by his loving wife, Susan Pack Goetz; his sister-in-law, Judy (Mike) Driver; brother-in-law, Ralph (Susan) Pack; sister-in-law, Cydney Elslander Smith, plus numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and many special friends.
Randy graduated from Stuttgart High School. During his time there he participated in various sports and clubs. He attended college at Arkansas State University. He enjoyed playing golf, hunting and traveling.
Randy joined Riceland Foods in Stuttgart in February 1974 as a Draftsman in the Engineering Department, where he was later named an Engineering Assistant. He then became Senior Project Manager in 2012. During those years Randy was a member of the Jaycees and served on the Board of Directors, President (1996-97) of Kiwanis Club and was President (2009-10) of GEAPS (Grain Elevator and Processing Society) the MId-South Chapter. He retired from Riceland Foods in July of 2020 after 46 years.
He attended St. Alban's Episcopal Church in Stuttgart where he served in many roles. After his marriage to Susan, they attended New Hope Church of the Nazarene, where his faith in Jesus Christ grew stronger, giving him even more hope and assurance in the eternal life waiting for him.
Those who were fortunate enough to know Randy would say that he was a kind and caring person and a true gentleman. He was always interested in the wellbeing of his family and friends and was a good listener. He will be missed by many.
Visitation will be Thursday, October 3rd, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at New Hope Church of the Nazarene, 5519 Atwood Road, Little Rock, with the funeral service following at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Lone Tree Cemetery in Stuttgart at 2:00 p.m. Pallbearers are Chris Deen, Kevin Driver, Mike Driver, Matthew Dunn, John Hojda and Taylor Smith.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Hope Church of the Nazarene.
The family would like to thank all the doctors, nurses and support staff at CARTI for their excellent care.
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30 Condolence(s)
Randy Thomas
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
You will be missed. I enjoyed playing basketball and running track with you in high school. You always were a really good person and so much fun to be around and discuss things with. I know that I will see you again in the future.
Sydnie Powery
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Mr. Randy, it was a pleasure to cut your hair for the last 6 months. You were always such a delight to have in my chair, and you were a client I always looked forward to having come into the shop. Thank you for bring some light and positivity to the world daily. You are greatly missed. Prayers to your family during this trying time. -Sydnie
Randy Thomas
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
You will be missed. I enjoyed playing basketball and running track with you in high school. You always were a really good person and so much fun to be around and discuss things with. I know that I will see you again in the future.
Karen Sue Carnahan
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Randy will be missed. Always so upbeat and a special friend. So sorry for your loss. I have been praying for you and the family
Juni Richardson
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
I met Randy in Sunday School one morning when he came with a dear friend of mine Susan. He was so polite. A gentleman whom lite up Susan's world. They married and seemed so happy. I know Susan misses him and I pray for peace & comfort. But she will see him again one day.
Dwight and Barbara Ross
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Randy was a nice, caring soft spoken true southern gentleman,he will be missed by all he met . Prayers for him and his family. Dwight and Barbara Ross
Charlotte & Kenneth Gaines
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
We loved Randy. We love you too, Susan. We pray and we know God has His loving Arms around you; He will give you the strength at this time and in the days ahead.
Sharon Dewey
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Susan I was so sorry that you have to go through this. You have a lot of people that are for you and Randy. Y’all were a great Power couple because you guys had a Christian Foundation. Love ya lots.
Rich Schultz
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Grady
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss Randy will be missed. I will be praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Charles M Coffield
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Prayers for you and the family. Another long time friend gone to be with JESUS
Teddy Burnett
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
So very sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. We were friends many years ago.
Lori and Terry Dabbs
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
My condolences to Randy's family. Having grown up in the Lodge Corner community, I remember many many stories of Randy! He was a wonderful son to his parents and an asset to our town. I know he will be missed.
Lori and Terry
Tiffany Rogers
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Randy was a true southern gentleman. Our parents lived close to each other, we knew each other through Kiwanis and St Alban’s and I always enjoyed talking with him. A fine man who left a positive mark.
Mike & Ann Crum
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Rest in peace friend!
Destiny Holleman
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
thank you for being an amazing person!!
Paula Prislovsky
Monday, September 30, 2024
Randy was one of the nicest gentleman I have ever met. Always so kind and thoughtful. Prayers for all of the family.
Linda Halstead
Monday, September 30, 2024
Prayers for you Susan.Randy will be missed by many.
Allene Holleman
Monday, September 30, 2024
Randy was such a wonderful person we all loved him and will miss him terribly rest in peace and say hello to all our family there
Tricia Parish
Monday, September 30, 2024
Randy, you will be missed by so many. You were always so kind & loved taking travel with me.
Susan, love you & thinking of you.
Tracy Evans
Monday, September 30, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with this family...
David Barham
Monday, September 30, 2024
Please except our condolences on Randy’s passing. Randy and I worked together on several projects during my early years at Riceland. He was always the most honorable and professional person to work with. We became friends and I have many fond memories of our visits when we were both assigned offices on the 3rd floor of the rice mill. He will be sorely missed. Prayers to all his family and friends.
Bill Shrum
Monday, September 30, 2024
Prayers for family and friends. Randy was one of the good guys.
Jane Ferguson
Monday, September 30, 2024
Prayers for Randy’s family and friends.
Carl Brothers
Monday, September 30, 2024
Prayers for your family. You were a good man and friend to so many in Stuttgart, particularly at Riceland. I treasure those years. We will meet again.
Maurie Alderson
Monday, September 30, 2024
Prayers of comfort for family and his friends… he will truly be missed!!
Linda Tull
Sunday, September 29, 2024
Prayers for your family. You were a good friend to our family. Sending hugs love & prayers
Puffy Ragland
Saturday, September 28, 2024
May you rest in God’s and your memory be a blessing to us all for touching our lives.
John ruff
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Randy you’ve been a good friend for many years and we were so sorry to hear about your passing but we rejoice knowing you are in Jesus care and family members that have gone on before you. Until we see you again we send our love. Johnny and Paula ruff
Travis Trice
Saturday, September 28, 2024
All that grew up in Stuttgart with Randy have lost a lifelong friend . Meeting him in Little Rock every month or so for our lunch group these last few years had had a positive impact on all of us . Prayers for strength and understanding for his family …