Memorial Services for Mrs. Celia Lay Gooch, of Atlanta, will be held Saturday, March 7, 2026, 11:00 A.M. at Catalyst @ FDT, 2063 Flat Shoals Rd., Atlanta, GA., 30316. Reverend Vincent E. Goard, Pastor, Officiating.

Mrs. Gooch leaves to cherish her memories, loving husband, Michael Gooch; her children, Antron Lay, Reginald McFarlin, Tanisha Angel (Earl), Shawndra Brown; grandchildren, Shanice Peeks, Khori Angel, Khris Angel, Khayla Angel, Nathaniel Lay, Michael Lay, Kierika McFarlin, Raegan McFarlin, Reginald McFarlin, Jr., Amarion Lay, Anteisha Roman, Kimbria Lay; niece, Verlie Cowan (Bill); nephew, Willie Stroud (Tawana); 1 brother, John Lay (LaTricia); and a host of great grandchildren, cousins, special goddaughter, Bridjette Crawley; as well as other loving relatives and friends. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the church Saturday, at 10:30 A.M.

Donald Trimble Mortuary, Inc., 1876 Second Avenue, Decatur, 404-371-0772-3.