Linda R. Goy, 85, of Wolcott, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at White Oak Health Campus in Monticello. She was born May 27, 1938 in Saline City, IN to the late Robert and Dorothy (Easter) Carroll. Linda was a graduate of Garfield High School in Terre Haute, IN and Indiana State University School of Nursing.

Her marriage was to William “Paul” Goy on January 10, 1959 in Terre Haute. Paul preceded her in death in 2007.

Linda was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Remington, Alter Rosary Society, Young at Hearts, and Progressive Club.

She was a longtime Registered Nurse in the area and cared for the elderly through her work at  Rensselaer Care Center and lastly Indiana Veteran’s Home of West Lafayette. Linda had a strong work ethic and loved what she did, retiring at the age of 78.

In her younger years, Linda and Paul loved to travel. Linda selflessly was a part of numerous mission trips to Haiti.  One of Linda’s passions was doing extensive research into the Goy and Carroll family genealogy. A favorite activity was spending family time playing cards; especially euchre with her sons and Phase 10 with her grandchildren.   She also enjoyed watching Hallmark Channel Christmas movies during the holiday season, reading, and fishing trips to her brother’s home in Terre Haute.

She is survived by five sons, James Goy of Wolcott, IN, Karl Goy (Georgia) of Angola, IN, Eric Goy (Kimberly) of Bloomington, IN, John Goy (Tami) of South Bend, IN, and Greg Goy of Hampton, VA. Siblings, Robert Carroll (Rita) of Orlando, FL, Donald Carroll (Sandy) of Terre Haute, IN, and Randall Carroll (Jan) also of Terre Haute, IN.  Linda is also survived by her eight grandchildren, Jacob LaFever, Jason Goy (Erin), Grant Goy, Sarah Goy “fiancé: Tyler”, Kyle Goy, Rachel Goy, Alexis Smith (Connor), and Anna Goy, one great-granddaughter, Elliot Goy, and son-in-law, Darrell Evans.

Preceding her in death along with her parents and husband are two children, David Goy and Beth Evans; sister, Dee Collins.

Friends may call from 11:15 AM (EST) until the time of Funeral Mass 12 PM (EST) Thursday, February 1, 2024 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Remington. Rosary Service will begin at 11 AM (EST). Fr. Joshua Bennett to officiate. Inurnment to follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of floral arrangements, memorial contributions may be made in Linda’s name to Sante Total (santetotal.org). Sante Total provides sustainable healthcare to rural communities in Haiti.

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