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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph “Joe” Goguen, 90, of Dieppe, NB, that occurred on Thursday, October 10th, 2024, at the Moncton Albert Hospice House.
Born in Memramcook, he was the son of the late Edouard “Ned” Goguen and the late Alva (Melanson) Goguen.
Joe was a harness racing driver who guided Senator Sis, Miramichi Post, Senator George, and his favorite, Analizor, and others to countless free for all races including the Monctonian and Gold Cup and Saucer along with several track records. A highlight of his career was winning a race in Fredericton with Abbeyland where he got to meet and chat with her Majesty Queen Elizabeth.
Joe was a member of the Dieppe and Moncton Wall of Fame. During the winter months, Joe was involved in and bowled in various leagues.
He is survived by his spouse of 68 years, Joanne; his two sons: Donald, and Mark (Tricia); his granddaughter, Brittany (Ryan); his brother, Normand (Florine); his sisters: Florida (Rock), Lillian (Grant), Mary, and Phyllis (Ron); as well as several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his brothers: Leonard (Vi), Meddee (Therese), Oswald, Eugene, Raoul, Dollard, Victor, and Rodrigue (Sandra); as well as his sisters: Pauline (George), and Louise (Ken).
Visitation will be held from Passage-Chartersville Funeral Home, 363 Amirault Street, Dieppe, NB E1A 1G1, on Wednesday, October 16th, from 9 to 11 am, followed by the funeral service in the chapel at 11 am.
A special thanks to the staff of the Moncton Residence where he happily spent his final years, and also a special thanks to the staff of the Moncton Albert House.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Moncton Albert House would be appreciated.
The family invites you to sign a book of condolences at: www.funerairepassagefuneral.ca.
Arrangements under the professional care of
Passage Funeral Cooperative and Cremation Center.
So sorry for your loss Donald and Mark my sympathies are with you and your family
Mary and family, may the care of friends bring you comfort and loving memories heal your heart. I remember Joe coming around that 3/4 turn heading home in all his glory.
Joe, almost like one of the “Bourgeois” Family…we had the house next to racetrack … so the Goguen Family was almost considered by the Bourgeois as family and our closest friends.
Joe is now in Heaven and hopefully will look over, firstly for his family, friends, and then all horse lovers. We could always bet on the driver Joe… instead of the horse, then we cashed in!
Sincere condolences from the Bourgeois Family! Our prayers go out to the Family!
The Bourgeois Family!
Joe, almost like one of the “Bourgeois” Family…we had the house next to racetrack … so the Goguen Family was almost considered by the Bourgeois as family and our closest friends.
Joe is now in Heaven and hopefully will look over, firstly for his family, friends, and then all horse lovers. We could always bet on the driver Joe… instead of the horse, then we cashed in!
Sincere condolences from the Bourgeois Family! Our prayers go out to the Family!
The Bourgeois Family!
Our deepest sympathy Don @ Mark. Joe will always be remember as the best driver at the Dieppe Racetrack in our time.It was always a pleasure watching him drive .May he Rest in Peace
To the entire Goguen family: Sincere condolences on Joe’s passing. He was a legend in the world of harness racing in the Maritimes for his talent as a trainer and a driver. I was honored to have known him for several decades and always considered him a friend.He will be missed.
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JOE PASSING ….HIS PAIN IS ALL DONE….. HELEN LEBLANC
Our deepest condolences on Joe’s passing.
RIP Joe. My deepest sympathie to family and friends.
My sincere sympathy to each of you as you mourn and celebrate the passing of your loved one. Your numerous cherished memories will sustain you as you mourn his passing. He made his mark on both the Dieppe and Moncton Halls of Fame. You have reason to be proud of him. Thinking of you.
Was a pleasure to care for him while he was at the Moncton residence.
My Deepest Condolences to the Goguen Family and friends for Joe’s passing my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time .
Eric Cormier
My sincere sympathy to Phyllis, Lillian, Mary and all the family as you mourn the passing of your loved one. Just remember to hold on to all the good memories. I know he will be missed by all of you.
My deepest sympathy to my second family.Joe will be missed by everyone who loved him.He was a true friend.
Mary, I am so sorry to just hear tonight of the loss of your brother. May he rest in Peace and may you take comfort in your happy memories. Know that we are thinking of you all at this time. Sending Hugs and Prayers