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Bill Goforth - Iver Johnson Expert

hollyfrank
My name is Holly Frank. I am the daughter of Bill Goforth, expert of Iver Johnson and H&R. I am sad to say that my father has went on to be with the Lord last name. He passed away from a heart attack. The arrangements are being finalized. I will post when the services will be. Please keep my mom and family in your prayers.

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Holly Frank
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  • FEENIX
    Holly,

    Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family circle.

    Hope that there's a better circumstances to welcome you in the forum.

    RIP Mr. Bill Goforth. God bless!

    Ed
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  • Knifecollector
    Please accept our condolences. He will be missed greatly.
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  • Old-Colts
    I'm very sorry for your loss; prayers said for Bill's family!
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  • hdcolt51
    Very sorry for your loss.A fine man indeed,he will be missed.Prayers sent for his family.
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  • brier-49
    Prayers for you and yours.
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  • Wolf.
    Holly,
    I am so sorry to hear about the death of your father. I know how difficult it is to lose your father, especially in a sudden, unexpected manner.

    People like your father, partners in a group of experts such as are giving advice on a public forum such as this one, are rare. Many of us on here are able to give advice in a small way, but the true experts, like your dad, stand out.

    People like your dad do this out of goodness and respect for their fellow man. Your dad will be missed here.

    Prayers are up for your father. His knowledge and generosity will be missed.
    Wolf.
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  • perry shooter
    Our lost can never be compared to yours. But be sure to note his free exchange of just a small bit of his vast knowledge has helped unknown numbers of people on this Site.
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  • rufe-snow
    Bill's expertise will be sorely missed on this forum, as well as the many others he participated on. His personal knowledge regarding Iver Johnson's was unmatched by any other person. You have our deepest sympathy, in your loss of him.
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  • Bert H.
    Hello Holly,

    I am deeply in shock to hear this very sad news. Your father and I corresponded with one another on many occasions many years ago (back before we both joined this forum). He was always a true gentleman, and his unexpected passing leaves a big void in not just your heart, but in the hearts of all of the many people who knew him. My deepest condolences to you and his entire family.

    R.I.P. Bill

    Edit: I am going to make this a Sticky Topic for a 30-day period so that it does not immediately fade away into the depths of this forum.
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  • lee sherman
    I don't believe this news!! Approx. 3 weeks ago he responded to a forum that I was involved with in regard to serial data concerning an Iver Johnson, and an H and R pistol. He was the man for any and all data concerning these firearms. The firearm community will suffer from his loss I assure you. Once again, I am so sorry to hear of this news.[:(]
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  • 32 Magnum
    Bill was a gentleman of the first order - always willing to help and to share. Men such as he, are never forgotten by those whose lives he touched. God bless his family - Bill will be missed.
    Jim Hauff
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  • hollyfrank
    I wanted to let everyone know that the services for Bill Goforth will be Wednesday, January 19th @ 11:00 am at Market Street Baptist Church 12964 Market Street, Houston, TX 77015. We are asking in lieu of flowers, please make a dontation to the Boy Scouts of America in the name of William E. (Bill) Goforth. We thank you of prayers and thoughts.quote:Originally posted by hollyfrank
    My name is Holly Frank. I am the daughter of Bill Goforth, expert of Iver Johnson and H&R. I am sad to say that my father has went on to be with the Lord last name. He passed away from a heart attack. The arrangements are being finalized. I will post when the services will be. Please keep my mom and family in your prayers.

    Thanks
    Holly Frank
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  • Oklahomabound
    Your father will be truly missed! Our prayers are with you and your family.
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  • Litl Rooster
    I am truely sorry for your loss. As the others stated Bill, will be greatly missed on the forums
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  • grizzclaw
    A great man, sorry for your loss.
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  • scrumpyjack
    Very sorry for your loss, Holly.

    Condolecences sent to you and your family. Bill will truly be missed!
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  • pickenup
    Sorry to hear the sad news.
    May he R.I.P.
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  • sprint
    Holly,

    I am both shocked and saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

    I will miss the interaction with Bill.

    Ray C.
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  • ATF
    So Sorry for your loss.
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  • JasonV
    That is a great loss.

    I was reading Bill's stuff long before GB.
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  • captkirk3@dslextreme.com
    Condolences from Gun Broker.com
    respectfully Yours...Captain Kirk. Administrater
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  • Rackmaster51
    Prayers for your family,I am sorry for your loss.I wish I had got to read some of his posts.People like your dad will be deeply missed at this forum.
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  • Bamavol
    Form the above you see that gun people are good people. Sounds like he raised good kids. Prayers are with you.
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  • givette
    hollyfrank:
    Bill Goforth was one of the Three! contributors to this forum that, when his thoughts made their way here, was taken as gospel.

    Very sorry for your loss, Holly. Empty space in all our hearts.

    Joe
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  • Grasshopper
    Sorry for your loss,,, he has been posting recently and this is just a shock. An expert who many people owe a lot of expertise to.
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  • He Dog
    I helped put Bill and his publisher together for the Iver Johnson book, and have a copy autographed by both. It has become even more a treasure. I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing, he was a fine and very generous man.
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  • Hangfire
    So sorry Holly..R.I.P Bill...
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  • pazmaker
    I just 'met' Bill. Over the last year he helped me with parts for some of my collection. He was a very nice guy and a great resource. I am sorry for your loss and the loss to all collectors.
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  • wpage
    Bill was great. The dear Lord will assign him to Saints Micheal and George for our protection.
    Mr. Goforth's contributions will be sorely missed.
    God rest his soul!
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  • oldgunman
    My prayers go out to you Holly and family.[:(] A guy only had to be here on this site just a little and you knew who he was.[:)] A lot of valuable knowledge will be lost with his passing. Rest in peace Bill.
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