Carl Gohm
July 06, 1927 - September 15, 2015
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Gohm, Carl J. Jr. of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at Covenant HealthCare - Harrison with his family by his side. He was 88 years old. Carl John Gohm, Jr. was born on July 6, 1927 to the late Carl J. Sr. and Katherine A. (Ott) Gohm. He was a proud 1945 graduate of SS. Peter & Paul High School. Immediately following graduation, Carl honorably served his country by enlisting in the United States Navy serving during World War II and the Korean War. He married Rosemary Bailey on June 17, 1950 in Saginaw; she survives him. Carl was an owner of Gohm Plumbing and Heating until his retirement in 1990. He was a faithful member of St. Stephen Catholic Church (St. Dominic Parish). Carl was also involved in many professional and service organizations throughout the community. He was a gifted woodworker. Above all, he loved and cherished his family. Surviving are his beloved wife, Rosemary Gohm of Saginaw; four daughters and one son: Cheryl (Terry) Davidson of Washington D.C., Diane (Thomas) Seidel of Saginaw, Mary (Douglas) Fitch of East Tawas, Elizabeth (Bruce) Raabe of Saginaw, and Thomas Gohm and his wife, Susan Stoick of Alanson; 10 grandchildren and their spouses; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister: Robert Gohm, Fred Gohm and Marilyn Bell. FUNERAL: A Funeral Liturgy will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 18, 2015 at St. Dominic Parish, St. Stephen Catholic Church, 1310 Malzahn. Rev. Fr. Robert Gohm will officiate. Rite of Committal and Military Honors under the auspices of the United States Navy and VFW Post #1859 will follow at St. Andrew Cemetery. VISITATION: Friends are welcome to visit the family at the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State) on Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Vigil Service led by Pastoral Associate Sharon Wahl will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday evening. Carl will lie in state at the church on Friday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to St. Dominic Parish, the Saginaw YMCA or Nouvel Catholic Central. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home, church or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.
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Glenn Fitch
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Every Fitch/Gohm Family gathering was always brighter and more cheerful due to the good natured spirit of my friend Carl Gohm. He always had something pleasant to say or a story to tell that would lift all who heard his voice. My brother simply could not have had a better father-in-law than Carl and I was proud to call him my friend. Carl was a blessing to his friends and family and I will miss him. I know God is taking very good care of one of his faithful right now. May God bless and comfort all of his family during this difficult time.
John 10:27-28 King James Version (KJV)
27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me:
28 And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.
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Mike & Mary Simmons
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Very sorry to hear of Carl's passing. He and Rosemary were our neighbors for 38 years. They were great neighbors and friends. We were just talking about them this past weekend in Great Lakes Naval Station at our grandsons graduation from boot camp. Carl would of been very proud of him. He watched Johnathon for the first 6 years of his life growing up across the street. Mike and I feel bad that we can't make it back for the funeral. We came home with bad colds. Please know that we have you Rosemary and your family in our prayers.Mike & Mary Simmons
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Deisler Funeral Home
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Frank Jastrzembowski
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Gohm Family,
Our sincere condolences on Carl's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Frank and Jeanice Jastrzembowski
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Tom Mudd
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I only knew Carl through our attendance at the Saginaw YMCA. We shared the same locker area many times and had some interesting conversations about a number of topics. He was a very kindly and sincere man, and I was impressed with his keeping involved with life, even though he informed me that he had a terminal illness. He was so courageous in a quiet and reserved way. I will miss our interaction.
Tom Mudd
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Mike Blast
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I spent much of my youth with the Gohm family, and have many fond memories. They always made me feel, not only welcome, but like I was part of the family. Carl always took time to spend with us, and I believe his positive influences that he shared have made me a better person. I wish I could have come home to say goodbye, but I will do so in my own way. My sincere, best wishes to the entire family and know that I will always remember him with affection.
Mike Blast