Sam Goff
August 7, 1987 ~ July 9, 2026
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Wilmington, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailIt is with deep sorrow that we announce the loss of Samantha “Sam” Lynn Goff, who passed away on July 9, 2026, in Wilmington, NC, at the age of 38.
Born on August 7, 1987, in Asheville, Sam was the beloved daughter of the late Myra “Margie” Eblen, cherished wife of Steven Goff, and adored stepmother of Emma Goff. She was a ray of sunshine, bringing joy and warmth to all who knew and loved her.
Sam was known for her compassion, her generosity, and her love for her family, friends and all animals. She showed unyielding devotion to her family and pets, and she touched countless lives with her kindness through her years of teaching preschool and working alongside Steven in the restaurants they built together.
She is survived by her husband, Steven Goff; stepdaughter, Emma Goff; sister, Amanda Jones Barnard (Chad); nephews, Evan and Max Barnard; niece, Juliet Barnard, as well as many extended family members and dear friends who will forever treasure her memory. She was preceded in death by her mother, Myra Eblen, her grandmother, Roberta Eblen, and her grandfather, Joe Eblen.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, July 15 at 2:00 p.m. at Groce Funeral Home, West Asheville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Brother Wolf Animal Rescue or acts of kindness may be offered in her honor.
Though our hearts are heavy with grief, we are grateful for the love, laughter, and beautiful memories Sam gave to all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered with love.
Services
Memorial Service: July 15, 2026 2:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 252-3535
http://grocefuneralhome.com
Ronnie,Melinda Fender
Sending you all the love, hugs, support, and appreciation.
Amanda, I am so very sorry for this heartbreaking loss, for you and all your family! You are in my thoughts and prayers for God’s perfect peace and comfort now and in the days ahead 🙏🏽❤️
My heart is breaking at the news of Sam’s passing. My deepest condolences to her family.
Amanda, I’m so very sorry and I hope you know I am here if you need anything. Praying for all of you ❤️
With much love,
Your Street Loyal Family 🙏
Sam was very much loved by her coworkers and especially the children at North Asheville preschool. We are all devastated by this news. Our deepest sympathies to Steven and Emma, whom she loved so dearly and spoke of often.
– Street Loyal Family
Steven & family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We cannot imagine your pain. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories of Sam soothe your soul and offer you comfort.
Sheila Bivins & Friends at FRS Asheville
Steven, this is an old friend from your college days, expressing my sympathy
for your loss. Words cannot express what I am sure is your sorrow at this time. Please know that I am thinking of you at this very difficult moment. Be at Peace.
So sorry to hear of Sam’s untimely death and my prayers are extended to all of the family who mourn her loss. I am a 70 yo cousin, living in Hawaii, and never got to meet Sam in person but had some correspondence on Ancestry.com as we had both done the genetic testing and learned that we were “close family”. We had some good on line correspondence and her sweetness and caring shown forth. Rest in Peace Samantha!
Both of my children had the privilege of having Ms. Sam as their teacher at North Asheville Preschool. My youngest, Hunter, absolutely adored her, and they shared a special bond. Ms. Sam always knew what to do with our little lion heart. Heartbroken over this news. Sending love to all.