Jesse Gough

My beloved brother, Jesse Don Gough, born on May 16, 1980, in Salt Lake City, UT, embraced his eternal journey on October 12th, 2026. Jesse, a courageous, loving, and loyal man, lived a life that embodied these virtues, setting an example for all of us who knew and loved him. He was baptized and ordained with the Melchizedek Priesthood, a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints till his last breath.

Jesse's love for life was infectious. He had a unique zest that was evident in his hobbies that varied from playing football as a young man, to his love for music, often seen strumming his guitar, tapping on the drums, or plucking the strings of his bass. Family trips to Lake Mead were his favorite, where he would impress us all, catching fish with his bare hands. Jesse's vibrant spirit was also manifested in his professional life as he followed in our father’s footsteps into the trade of granite and tile, later obtaining his CDL license in 2014, driving across the country, embracing the open road.

Jesse met the love of his life, Allie, in October 2011, and they were married in St. George, UT, on February 10, 2012. He embraced fatherhood with the same courage, love, and loyalty he brought to every aspect of his life. He became an immediate father to his stepson, Brandon, and then welcomed his beautiful children, Clara in 2016, and Jett in 2019. He was a devoted husband and a doting father, his love for his family was immense. Jesse's kind heart shone brightest when he was with his family.

As we mourn Jesse's passing, we remember the words from the scriptures that he held dear, "The worth of souls is great in the sight of God." (Doctrine and Covenants 18:10). He lived these words, treasuring and nurturing the relationships he had with his family and friends. His memory will live on in the hearts of his beloved wife, Allie; his mother, Janet Nunley, and step-father, Douglas Benjamin; his children, Brandon, Clara, and Jett; his sister, Windy, and brother-in-law, Jay; and his nieces and nephew, Tatiana, Carmella, Aaliyah, and Joseph. His love does not end with goodbye.

Jesse was preceded in death by his father, Don Gough. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 11:00am MDT at Fiddlers Canyon Ward, 638 E. Canyon Center Dr., Cedar City, Utah, 84721. We welcome all whose lives were touched by Jesse to join us in commemorating his life. We encourage everyone to share their memories of Jesse, and upload photos to his memorial page, as we celebrate a life well-lived, forever loved, and forever missed. Jesse, rest peacefully, until we meet again.