GOOCH, Arthur A., 85, of Ashland, VA passed away on February 8, 2015. He was preceded in death by two wives, Jean Gooch and Doris Gooch and a brother, Taylor Gooch. He is survived by his two sons, James Gooch (Jackie) and Ronald Gooch; grandchildren, Jason (Hailey), Erik, Quintin, Brandon, Kealin, and Grace; brother, Walter; and two sisters, Delores and Sylvia. Arthur was retired from Local 10 Union. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He served as a Marine in the Marine Corps during the Korean War. The family will receive friends from 6-8pm on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at the Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, VA 23005. A graveside service will be held at 1pm on Thursday, February 12, 2015 at Signal Hill Memorial Park in Hanover, VA. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Inland Game and Fishery, 4010 W. Broad St., P.O. Box 11104, Richmond, VA 23230. Online condolences may be registered at www.nelsenashland.com.
