Obituary of Donald John Goette

March 29, 1927 — December 19, 2021 Passed on peacefully and naturally with loving wife, Donna and daughter, Sandra by his side. Survived by devoted wife of 66 years Donna (nee Selleg); and loving daughters, Sandra Goette Samuelson and MaryJo Johnson (Mark). Beloved Bapa of Evan and Alex Samuelson, Kelsey and Lizzy Johnson. Also survived by sister, Dorene; brother, Ron (Dianne); many nieces and nephews; and Sandra's former spouse, Evan and Alex's father, Richard Samuelson. Preceded in death by parents, Reginald and Dorothy; sister Elaine (Bill); brother-in-law, Don; longtime best friend and deer hunting partner, Harold Brioschi. Special gratitude is extended to Don's Angelic Hospice team: RNs Cindy and Erika, Healthcare Cynthia and Shelly, and Massage Brian. "Don loved and lived life to the fullest, always prioritizing love for his family. Friend to all, foe to none." Celebration of Life St. Andrews Lutheran Church, Mahtomedi, MN on Thursday, January 13. Visitation 10:00-11:30AM, Service 11:30-12:30, Fellowship 12:30-2:30PM. Memorial preferred to St. Andrews Lutheran Church Outreach Program, White Bear Lake Education Foundation Angel Fund, Hamline University Piper Athletic Association.