Meet Goyo, our Welcome Center Admin Volunteer for the past 3 years.
If you’ve ever visited the Welcome Center, there’s a good chance you’ve met “Goyo”—one of our most dedicated volunteers. For the past three years, Goyo has supported the Welcome Center as an administrative volunteer, helping with filing, organizing, and creating new client folders. Beyond his admin duties, Goyo is known for his kindness and great sense of humor. A proud lifelong resident of Williamson County, he affectionately refers to himself as an “endangered species. “Raised in a unique Roman Catholic–Baptist–Methodist family alongside one brother and two sisters, Goyo’s roots run deep in faith and family. His first dog was named Brownie, followed by Butch and Butch II—names inspired by the Little Rascals TV series. He once enjoyed long jogs but has since slowed down due to health reasons.
We asked Goyo a few fun questions to get to know him better:
Q: What was the worst job you ever had?
A: Bussing tables at a café—not terrible, but a little embarrassing. I had a crush on a girl who came in with her dad. I was so shy that I ended up quitting soon after that.
Q: What was your first job?
A: I worked as an undertaker’s assistant. After the graveside services, we would dig the graves, lower the casket, and place the funeral flowers. It was hard work, but meaningful.
Q: What’s something that recently made you smile?
A: Watching little kids under 8 years old at a wedding in Louisiana enjoying cake, candy, and dancing to DJ music. Their happiness was contagious.
Q: What’s your 15 minutes of fame?
A: I was a witness for the state in a serious criminal trial here in Williamson County. I testified twice in the case, which eventually led to a guilty verdict.
Q: What three items would you take to a desert island?
A: My Bible, a portable water desalination device, and a complete fishing tackle box.
Goyo’s wisdom, warmth, and dedication have made him an essential part of the HCCM family. We’re grateful for the heart he brings to our mission every single day.
