Mr. Henry Lee “Chuck” Goshay, 78, of Phenix City, AL passed on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 in Montgomery, AL.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Bethel A.M.E. Church, 105 Highway 165, Phenix City, AL with Rev. Melissa Mixon Smith, Pastor, and Rev. Dr. Issac Hudson, Eulogist. Interment to follow at St. John A.M.E. Church, Ft. Mitchell, AL. Public visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc., 1514 5th Avenue, Phenix City, AL.

Henry Lee “Chuck” Goshay, born February 14, 1948, in Russell County, Alabama, to the late Tommie Lee and Clara Bell Goshay, was preceded in death by his three brothers, Tommie Lee Goshay Jr., David Goshay, and James Lee Goshay. He accepted Christ at an early age and became a devoted member of Bethel A.M.E. Church in Phenix City, Alabama.

Chuck peacefully passed away on February 24, 2026. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Rosie Goshay; his children, Henry Lee “Josh” (Kristy), Ralph “Jayarr” (Tracy), Eric (Faith), and Danielle (Frank); and his beloved grandchildren, Brendan, Kristyn, Sierra, Kendall, Jalen, and Ari Jae, along with one great-granddaughter, Brooklynn. He is also survived by one sister, Clara P. Miller; four sisters-in-law; three brothers-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Chuck was a proud graduate of Mount Olive High School, Class of 1966. Following graduation, he received a four-year baseball scholarship to Fort Valley State College, where he set numerous records and earned many honors. Among his most notable achievements were being named Most Outstanding College Athlete in America and his induction into the Inaugural Class of the Phenix City Sports Hall of Fame. After college, Chuck enjoyed a successful 30-year career at Mead Coated Board, where he was known for his strong work ethic and steady leadership.

Chuck had a passion for golf and a lifelong love for baseball. He enjoyed playing the bass guitar, which he taught himself, singing in the choir, watching classic cowboy shows, and, most of all, spending time with his children and grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers and cards, please donate to his foundation at http://www.thecgcf.com/donate