James Gough Obituary

James D. Gough, Sr. 

Portsmouth - James David Gough, Sr. passed into an eternal, restful peace February 18, 2018. David was born on May 3, 1937, in Yadkinville, NC. He was predeceased by his parents, James Howard and Hattie Sprinkle Gough; his brother, Thurmond Gough; and his beloved son, James David Gough, Jr. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Joanne Shea Gough; daughters Teresa Gough Bowers (Donald) and Natalie Gough (Robert Britts); and grandchildren Jessica Bowers-Smith (D. J. ), Donald R. Bowers II (Donnie), Anna Shea-Lena Bowers, and Janeree Gann (Jeremy); seven great-grandchildren; and his cherished pets Sammy and Stinky. 

David was a retired Sergeant from the ARMY National Guard Reserves and an electronics technician from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. He was a loving father and husband and enjoyed traveling (especially cruises), photography, boating, hunting and fishing. He loved to collect and repair old lawn mowers and preferred to perform almost all repairs in his home and on his vehicles. He was always available to his children and grandchildren when in need and without complaint. 

He will be missed by his family, but will finally have the much-needed rest and peace that he so deserved. 

A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at 11:00a. m., Saturday, February 24 at Baker-Foster Funeral Home, 5685 Lee Farm Ln., Suffolk. Condolences may be registered at BWFosterFuneralHome.com.

James Gough Obituary (1937 - 2018) - Suffolk, VA - --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
See also: 
1) https://www.rwbakerfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?searchName=James+Gough&page=1
2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/james-gough-obituary?id=11133816
3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/James-David-Gough/

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# Narrative Summary of the Obituary

James David Gough, Sr. passed away on 18 February 2018 at the age of 80. Born on 3 May 1937 in Yadkinville, NC, he was a loving husband and father, retired Army National Guard sergeant, and electronics technician. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

# Narrative Summary of Funeral Services

A memorial service to celebrate James David Gough, Sr.'s life was held on 24 February 2018. Burial details are unknown.

# The Edited Obituary

Portsmouth - James David Gough, Sr. passed into an eternal, restful peace 18 February 2018. David was born on 3 May 1937, in Yadkinville, NC. He was predeceased by his parents, James Howard and Hattie Sprinkle Gough; his brother, Thurmond Gough; and his beloved son, James David Gough, Jr. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Joanne Shea Gough; daughters Teresa Gough Bowers (Donald) and Natalie Gough (Robert Britts); and grandchildren Jessica Bowers-Smith (D.J.), Donald R. Bowers II (Donnie), Anna Shea-Lena Bowers, and Janeree Gann (Jeremy); seven great-grandchildren; and his cherished pets Sammy and Stinky.

David was a retired sergeant from the Army National Guard Reserves and an electronics technician from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. He was a loving father and husband and enjoyed traveling (especially cruises), photography, boating, hunting, and fishing. He loved to collect and repair old lawn mowers and preferred to perform almost all repairs in his home and on his vehicles. He was always available to his children and grandchildren when in need and without complaint.

He will be missed by his family, but will finally have the much-needed rest and peace that he so deserved.

# Vital Statistics Summary

| Name    | James David Gough, Sr.         |
|---------|--------------------------------|
| Age     | 80 years                       |
| Birth   | 3 May 1937; Yadkinville, NC    |
| Death   | 18 February 2018; Portsmouth   |
# Table of Relationships

| Name                    | Relationship          | Residence                      |
|-------------------------|-----------------------|--------------------------------|
| James David Gough, Sr.  | Decedent              | Portsmouth, VA                 |
| Joanne Shea Gough       | Spouse                | Unknown                        |
| James Howard Gough      | Parent                | Unknown                        |
| Hattie Sprinkle Gough   | Parent                | Unknown                        |
| Teresa Gough Bowers     | Child                 | Unknown                        |
| Natalie Gough           | Child                 | Unknown                        |
| Jessica Bowers-Smith    | Grandchild            | Unknown                        |
| Donald R. Bowers II     | Grandchild            | Unknown                        |
| Anna Shea-Lena Bowers   | Grandchild            | Unknown                        |
| Janeree Gann            | Grandchild            | Unknown                        |
| Thurmond Gough          | Sibling               | Unknown                        |
| James David Gough, Jr.  | Predeceased Child     | --                             |
# Other Relevant Information

1. James David Gough, Sr. was born on 3 May 1937 in Yadkinville, NC.
2. He was a retired sergeant from the Army National Guard Reserves.
3. He worked as an electronics technician at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard.
4. He enjoyed traveling, especially cruises, photography, boating, hunting, and fishing.
5. He had a passion for collecting and repairing old lawn mowers.
6. He preferred to perform most repairs at home and on his vehicles.
7. He was known for always being available to his children and grandchildren when they were in need.