In Loving Memory of Edward “Scott” Goheen
April 18, 1962 – April 21, 2021
Edward “Scott” Goheen, 59, Bloomington, Ill., passed away on April 21, 2021, in Rochester, Minn., after a battle with cancer. He was born April 18, 1962, in Dearborn, Mich., to Rollin Edward Goheen and Ilona Charlotte (Frank) Goheen Macek and was raised by his mother and James F. Macek
Scott grew up in Riverview, Mich., and graduated from Gabriel Richard Catholic High School in 1980. He married Mitzi Jo (Williams) Doss on May 17, 1997.
In 1986, Scott earned a B.A. in Liberal Studies from the University of Michigan, Dearborn, and in 1990 received an M.B.A in Human Resources-Personnel Management from Michigan State University, East Lansing. He joined Weyerhaeuser Company in 1990 and worked in Austin, Minn., until 1997. His family relocated to Waukesha, Wis., where he was employed by Harnishfeger/P&H Material Handling/Morris Material Handling for two years. In 1999, Scott joined Kraft Foods, working in New Ulm, Minn., and Springfield, Mo., for 16 years. In February 2016 Scott received an employment opportunity in Bloomington, Ill., with Nestle, which was bought by Ferrero in 2018.
Scott thrived when enjoying time with family and friends. He was the first to say “Let’s go” if a family member or friend was in need or had a celebration. Scott was an avid reader and his passions included fishing, biking, cross-country skiing, canoeing, hiking, gardening, camping, coaching, and all sports. His greatest joy was coaching his boys in football, baseball and hockey. Attending his grandchildren’s activities brought love to his eyes and warmth to his smile. He relished the time he spent supporting their accomplishments and celebrating their successes. His motto was “Find fun every day,” whether at home or at work.
Scott is survived by wife Mitzi; two sons, Kyle Doss and Mitchel Goheen; future daughter-in-law Maren Auringer; two grandchildren, Jaelyn Elizabeth Doss and Janessa Jo Doss; mother, Ilona Macek; father, Ed Goheen; three sisters, Marie (Paul) Larsen, Marcia (Jeff) Teifer and Margaret (Steve) Ayres; two brothers, Matthew (Dana) Macek and Jamie Macek; brother-in-law Scott (Tammy) Williams; sisters-in-law Shelley (Denny) Stofferan and Kay (Mark) Prunty; and numerous extended family members.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jim Macek; father-in-law, Bob Williams; mother-in-law, Jill Williams; grandmother, Ruby “Dode” Frank; grandmother, Dorothy Goheen; uncle, Charles Joseph Goheen; aunt, Marsha Goheen Fisher; and aunt, Cecilia Macek.
Celebration of Life will be scheduled for a future date.
Rochester Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. Memories and condolences of Scott may be shared at rochestercremationservicesmn.com
Scott will truly be missed… my deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. I will never forget our times growing up in high school at Gabriel Richard, Scott was always there as a true friend. He made you smile and laugh. A wonderful athlete and I truly enjoyed all the events that we engaged in together. He will be surely missed, but our Lord Jesus has called him for a bigger assignment! May we always cherish all the great times we had with our brother Scott and God bless his presence, during his short time we had with his fun, loving family man!❤
RIP Scott. I learned so much with your guidance, thank you.
Our deepest sympathies to you Mitzi and family. We enjoyed being your neighbors.
Scott was a bright star to all who were blessed to know him. A great man who truly loved and enjoyed people. We shared many great times in the days of our youth, and spent too many hours solving the world’s problems – which was always preferable to homework. My condolences to the entire family and to all his friends.
I knew Scott in college and looked up to him, as a friend, leader, and role model. My deep condolences to Mitzi and family. I’m sure he leaves a hole in the hearts of everyone whom knew him.
RIP Scott. Condolences to his family. Scott was a friend and fraternity brother of mine during his time at Michigan Technological University prior to his transfer to U of M, Dearborn. Scott was a natural leader with an infectious personality that people automatically gravitated towards. You always knew when he was in the room as his deep hearty laugh, broad smile and inviting way quickly drew you into his circle. He cared about people, loved to talk one on one, and engage in deep, meaningful conversation. I am proud to have called him friend, brother, confidant, and mentor. I will fondly remember him and miss him deeply.
RIP Scott. You will truly be missed my friend.
Our prayers go out to Scott and his family. I worked with Scott at Ferrero / Nestle and knew him to be a person who put others needs ahead of his own even while fighting cancer, which speaks to his great character. He will truly be missed by many!
My deepest condolences to Scott’s family! I had the pleasure to work with Scott at Nestle. A true gentleman and regarded professional. I enjoyed our time together and appreciate the impact he had in the lives of many, including mine.
Mitzi, I was so saddened to learn of Scott’s passing. The world lost a wonderful man.
Cherish his memory. ❤
Sending you love and hugs !!
Your friend Cheryl Ruhter