Ralph Goodrich

Ralph O Goodrich
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and uncle
passed away due to heart complications at Intermountain Medical Center in
Murray, Utah on Friday September 24th, 2021. Ralph was born November 29th,
1941 to Owen and Lois Benson Goodrich in Roosevelt Utah. On September 7th,
1962, Ralph married the love of his life, Geneil Marie Lemon, sealed for time and
all eternity in the Logan Utah Temple.
Ralph was a hard worker all his life, working as a surveyor early on in Idaho
and Utah and for a short time at Diehl Lumber Company. Ralph then moved on to
Wheeler Machinery where he worked as a forklift driver. Ralph finally found his
place at Litton Systems now Northrop Grumman. Ralph worked there from 1962 to
1976 then took one year sabbatical where he entertained buying into the Ace
Hardware store in Sandy. Ralph decided that going back to Litton in 1977 was a
better option and remained there until 2013. Ralph spent almost all his 62 years
there as a Lead Supervisor.
Ralph loved trying little hobbies from raising rabbits to selling brine shrimp.
Ralph also found a ton of joy in working hard and helping others. He was able to
attain his insurance brokers license as well as his real estate license, he worked in
real estate for 41 years. Ralph loved everyone he met and seemed to be able to
form a special connection while leaving quite an impression on folks, he was
someone you could talk with for hours.
Ralph was an avid trap shooter, traveling several different places for
competition and always did very well. Ralph helped organize the annual Northrop
Grumman Turkey Shoot even long after he retired. Ralph always included his kids,
grandkids, and friends that wanted to join in, it was always such a great time.
Ralph loved meeting his good friends at the Magna or Salt Lake Gun Clubs for
friendly competitions.
Ralph lived an exemplary life, he had several callings, and served in service
when called upon. Ralph loved and lived the Gospel. He served for The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints as a Venture Scout Leader. Ralph served in the
Elders Quorum Presidency, The Sunday School Presidency, High Priest Group
Leader and Sunday School Teacher. Ralph also served in the Young Men’s
Presidency.
Ralph was also given the Governor’s Award by Governor Huntsman for The
Executive Certificate of Global Business Management.
Ralph is preceded in death by his parents Owen and Lois Benson Goodrich.
Ralph is Survived by his wife Geneil Goodrich, and his 5 children and spouses.
Laurie (Kelly) Snarr, LeAnn Carlson (Jeff), Kyle Ralph Goodrich (Angelique),
Lyle Owen Goodrich, Justin Reed Goodrich. Along with 20 Grandchildren and 18
Great Grandchildren; Alyssa (Derek) Barney, Mckenzie Barney, Alexis Clark,
Brooklyn Clark, Katie Clark, Oliver Clark, Amanda and Brett Anderson, Chale
Anderson, Delany Anderson, Eli Anderson, Finley Joe Anderson, Ashlyn
Pike-Goodrich, Austin Snarr (fiancé McKay Youngdale), Ezra Snarr, Brendan
Snarr (fiancé Brooke Fleenor) Emerson Snarr, Christian Snarr, Courtney Carlson
(fiancé Daniel Garcia),Damien Liest, Dominic Garcia, Cassandra Garcia, Chloe
Garcia, Aubrey Goodrich, Bryce Goodrich, Rhiannon Goodrich, Paige Goodrich,
Shelby Borrowman, Owen Borrowman, Aria Borrowman, Chloe Goodrich, Oakley
Goodrich (fiancé Chandler Ortez-Laroque) Asher Ortez-Laroque, Jayden
Goodrich, Cheyenne and Jeremias Arnold, Shalie and Statton Isaacson, Bryton
Isaacson, Sierra Carlson,Calista Carlson.
Ralph was the most generous, kind person and gave great advice, told great stories
and jokes. Ralph had a great sense of humor, he loved to laugh, especially at his
own jokes.
Ralph will be missed beyond measure. We loved him so deeply. Rest in Peace until
we meet again.
Viewing:
Viewing Thursday September 30th, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Memorial Lake Hills
10055 S State Street Sandy, Utah 84070
Funeral Services:
Viewing Friday October 1st,2021 from 9:15 AM to 10:30 AM
Funeral Service 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM
Sandy Central East Stake Park Ward
1050 E Galena Drive Sandy, 84094
Gravesite Dedication:
Memorial Lake Hills
10055 S State Street Sandy, Utah 84070
Luncheon will follow gravesite dedication
Sandy Central East Stake Park Ward
1050 E Galena Drive, Sandy 84094
To Attend Via Zoom: Ralph Goodrich Funeral
Time: Oct 1, 2021 11:00 AM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
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Service Information
Viewing September 30, 2021 at 6:00 PM
Lake Hills Mortuary





Viewing October 1, 2021 at 9:15 AM
1050 East Galena Way Sandy, UT





Funeral Service
October 1, 2021 at 11 AM
LDS Church in Sandy, UT