A private family funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at St. John's Catholic Church in Bancroft. Burial will be in St. John's Catholic Cemetery. Funeral Mass will be live streamed on Oakcrest Funeral Services' Facebook page and will be posted to Blessed Trinity Kossuth YouTube page at the conclusion of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. John's Catholic Church.
James "Jim" William Goche was born July 2, 1938, on the family farm outside of Bancroft, son of Edward and Julia (Quinn) Goche. He grew up in Bancroft, graduating from St. John's Catholic High School in 1957. Jim married Carol Rustemier on August 13, 1960, at St. John's Catholic Church.
Jim and Carol raised their family and farmed north of Bancroft. They moved into town in 1989. Jim farmed from 1958 until he retired in 2013. He loved farming and feeding cattle, enjoyed golfing, taking trips out West, wintering in Arizona, and there was nothing more important to Jim than spending time with his family especially his cherished grandchildren and great-children. Jim was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters and St. John's Catholic Church.
Jim died Thursday, November 19, 2020, at Accura Healthcare in Bancroft. He was 82.
He is survived by his seven children, Maureen (Chuck) Ingalls of Bancroft; Phil Goche (Julie Laubenthal) of Bancroft, Bob (Andrea) Goche of Algona, Mary Pat (Zac) Ludwig of Wesley, Clint Goche (Marti Habeger) of Bancroft, Jay (Sharon) Goche of Burt, and Molly (Dan) Preuschl of Algona; 11 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He is also survived by siblings Mary Helen Kramer, Charlene (Maurice) Elsbecker, Jan (DeWayne) Hatten, and Tom (Judy) Goche, all of Bancroft; sister-in-law, Catherine Rustemier of Satellite Beach, FL, and many nieces and nephews.
Jim was preceded in death by his wife Carol, his parents Ed and Julia Goche, his parents-in-law, William and Frances Rustemier; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Tom (Averil) Rustemier, Bill Rustemier, Patricia (George) D'Orazio, and Joe Kramer; two nieces and, two nephews.
Tributes
Erwin Quinn wrote on Nov 25, 2020:
"To the entire Goche Family
Jim was a great, great guy to me - always friendly and just being around him taught me how to have fun and enjoy life to the fullest! I eventually learned that Jim was far tougher than me, and I had to moderate my \"fun and enjoyment\".
We shared a mutual interest in cattle and every conversation eventually involved lots of discussion about cattle, the markets and his \"favorite\" people - the packers. Jim had a special place in his heart for the cattle business and that passion became obvious the moment the subject came up.
I\'ll miss him and my deepest sympathy goes to the entire family!
Erwin Quinn "
Juli kilen wrote on Nov 25, 2020:
"My condolences to all of Jim?s family and friends. I have many fond memories of Jim and always felt welcomed to visit Jim and Carol?s home. Here?s to you Uncle Jim and a well lived life. Love Juli "
Allan Strunc wrote on Nov 24, 2020:
"The Goche family is near and dear to the family of Hank and Irene Strunc.The goodness and kindness shown to us through the years is very special. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. Allan Strunc"
Marie Kemna wrote on Nov 23, 2020:
"Our Deepest Sympathy to everyone, Marie Kemna and Family"
Tony & Judy Schiltz wrote on Nov 23, 2020:
"So sorry to hear of your loss. May many fond memories and lots of love help to ease your loss. Deepest sympathy to all the family."
LaDonna Anderson wrote on Nov 23, 2020:
"Jim Goche Famly
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Enjoyed playing card games \"against\" Jim at Dewey & Jan\'s.
LaDonna Anderson"
Sandee Vaske wrote on Nov 23, 2020:
"Uncle Jim has always been so important to our family. His genuine support and love will always remain in our hearts. Our heartfelt sympathy and love to all of the family. "
Stan and Mary Lowe wrote on Nov 23, 2020:
"All the Goche siblings
We are so sorry for your loss. Am sure a lot of memories of your Dad to be shared by all of you, his sense of humor, that smirk on his face, all remind me of a great man that loved and enjoyed his family . Thoughts and prayers to all of you at this most difficult time. God bless "
Linda Nemmers wrote on Nov 23, 2020:
"Our Sympathy in your loss. Linda and Tim"
Twylla Baker wrote on Nov 23, 2020:
"Mary and the rest of the Goche family, you have my sympathy in your loss. May God\'s strength and comfort be with you. "
Kathie Ricke wrote on Nov 22, 2020:
"Mary and all who love Jim,
My heart aches for you, knowing how much he meant to you. How fortunate you are to have known love in a way that only he could show you. God bless you as you share those beautiful memories and smile when you think of the shenanigans he might attempt from heaven.
Love you,
Kathie Ricke and Mike Foley"
Deitering Jan wrote on Nov 22, 2020:
"So many fun memories of our times together. There was never a lack of laughter. He even was known to remove shovels and hammers from friend?s garages, only to return the shovel with the handle cut off. He and some other friends couldn?t find a box big enough and so the solution was to make the shovel shorter. This is just one of ever so many memories. What I like now is seeing Ryan act a lot like him. Jim will live on!"
Heike and Family from Germany wrote on Nov 22, 2020:
"So sorry for your loss. We enjoyed our time with him when visiting. He was Johanna?s American Grandpa. "
Alice Hansen wrote on Nov 21, 2020:
"So sorry to hear of Jim?s passing. We were high school classmates of 57. Always enjoyed talking to him if I happened to run into him when I was back in Bancroft. May he now Rest In Peace. Alice Menke Hansen"
Mel and Per DeGeeter wrote on Nov 21, 2020:
"Sorry to hear about Jim - may he rest in peace. Our prayers go out to all of the family. Fond memories include time spent with Jim \"building farms out of sticks in the grove while our parents were threshing oats\". We treasured Jim\'s friendship and our interaction with his brother and sisters.
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Jon and Sarah Degen wrote on Nov 20, 2020:
"So sorry for your loss. I hope your fond memories of Jim helps heal your pain. I remember a lot of fun times with Jim. He had a wonderful sense of humor. He sure could make the best dang prime rib on the weber grill that I ever tasted. Prayers to you all."
Anne and Maxine Kollasch wrote on Nov 20, 2020:
"Sorry for your lost of your Dad. Prayers being said for your family"