James David Goforth Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James David Goforth of Lehigh Acres, Florida, born in Somerset, Kentucky, who passed away on August 30, 2021 at the age of 74. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Oscar Harry Goforth and Mary Meece; his wife Dilia E. Goforth; his daughters, Rebecca Goforth Bush (Michael) and Melanie Goforth (Brock Schroeder); and his grandchildren, Cate Blue and Dalton.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fort Myers Memorial Gardens

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September 8, 2021

Frank Preuss wrote a sympathy message

“I will always miss Jim and the good times we had at Florida Southern. We enjoyed the Apollo launch at night with Jim and Dee also! Had a great time skiing on Lake Hollingsworth! and scuba diving in springs in northern Florida. We will miss Jim's graduation at FSC: the tours on campus, the meals and looking at college annual!May God bless him and take care of yourself DEE! /S/ Frank, Caroline and Robert Preuss”

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