Timothy James "T.J." Goetz passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, January, 21, 2020 of heart complications.

Tim was born June 8, 1966 in Grand Forks, ND, the son of Dennis and Darlene (Bergum) Goetz. He graduated from Red River High School in 1984. Tim worked for the family business Dennie's Delivery followed by Gaffaney's. He enjoyed the past 19 years as a salesman for Marco (formerly GR Graphics). Tim was a dedicated member of the Grand Forks Optimist Club for 29 years, serving 3 years as president. As an Optimist, Tim received numerous awards, including "Mr. Optimist". He sponsored 27 new members and initiated the Safety on Wheels and Bicycle Buddies programs. He was a long time participant of the annual Gift Wrap fundraiser. Besides the Optimist Club, Tim's hobbies included yard work, house projects, and fishing trips with family.

Tim was previously married and from that union had two beautiful daughters, Ashley Natalia and Courtney Lynn. Tim married Jackie Unruh June 21, 2004 in Grand Forks, ND and inherited two sons, Aaron and Jared Unruh. Tim was a loving son, husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed by many. Tim was a generous and giving man, living always by the Optimist Creed.

Tim is survived by his wife, Jackie; mother, Darlene Goetz; mother-in-law, Katie Laffin; sisters; Debbie Moen, Nanci (John) Iverson, Julie (Carrie) Frankl and brothers; Jeff and Thomas (Angel); children, Ashley Natalia (Jon) Steen, Courtney Goetz, Jared Unruh and Aaron (Robyn) Unruh; grandchildren, Annabelle, Savannah, Molly, Joe, Layla, Ella, Aspen and Aimee.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dennis; a brother, Mike Goetz and a grandson, Gunnar.

In lieu of flowers , please make donations to "The Optimist Timothy Goetz Memorial Foundation for Kids". Donations can be given in person or sent to Community Foundation of GF, EGF, & Region, 620 Demers Avenue, Grand Forks, ND 58201.

Visitation: 10:00 am to 11:00 am in the church on Monday.
Celebration of Life: Beginning with sharing of memories, the celebration of life will start at 11:00 am Monday, January 27, 2019 at Calvary Lutheran Church 1405 So 9th St. Grand Forks, ND.