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Floyd Goodrich Obituary
Age 65, of Odessa, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 18, 2008. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, 534 Church St., Odessa, NY, on Friday, August 22, 2008, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and again on Saturday, August 23, from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. His funeral service will follow calling hours on Saturday at 12 Noon. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY, with Full Military Honors. Those wishing to remember Floyd may do so through memorials to the Odessa Fire Department, PO Box 132, Odessa, NY 14896.
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Memories and Condolences
for Floyd Goodrich
May 17, 2020
I miss you so much, I wish I would have had more time with you. You will never be forgotten
Sharon Thompson
September 18, 2008
In memory of my loving companion,
In honor of your one month anniversary since you were taken from me. I love you more each day and will never forget you or the memories I have of our time together. People tell me it will get easier, but it hasn't yet. Please continue to be with me every day and give me the strength to go on. I love and miss you so much.
Love You Always And Forever!!!!!!!
Sharon
Elizabeth Crooks
August 26, 2008
Marie and Patsy,
I didn't know your father that well. I had only met him a couple times at your moms house. He was so nice to me and we chatted for a while. We had fire fighting in common and he lit right up when he talked about it. I see the saddness in both of you and I wish i could do something or say something to take that pain away. Just know in time it will begin to ease. Know that he is always watching over you and your loved ones and that one day you will see him at heavens gate waiting to greet you into his arms. Give your Mom lots of hugs because she may be the rock that holds you together but she needs you both right now as well. My love and prayers go out to all of you and your familys.
Marie Peltier
August 25, 2008
Dad,
I am so broken hearted and many memories keep flooding in my mind.
Dad, YOU were always my HERO, my Inspiration, and though I made you sad at times through the years you always love me and I ALWAYS love you!! You chose me as a little girl and gave me a chance at life, what a special man you are Dad! I just wonder why? why this happened? but I know this... every day I live Dad YOU will live with me! I can't figure out how I can live with out you, I'm so lost... I will always remember when you would come home from work and I would tell mom to tell you I went to the mailbox as well as many more memories. Rest in peace Dad and I'll see you again one day and I love you to Eternity!!
Your little girl, Marie
Marie Peltier
August 25, 2008
Dad,
Oh Dad how I love you and miss you so much! my heart is so broken for the times not shared and words not said or for the things to come. Dad, I never got to tell you that you were MY HERO!, MY INSPIRATION! and even though I have made you sad in your heart over the years. I know you love me and Dad I will love you to Eternity! I feel so lost right now and wonder why? but I'll always remember as I go to my mail box that as a little girl I always told mom to tell you I went to the mail box to hide on you:) Oh Daddy you are such a special man, a man who chose to raise me and love me YOU are MY DAD! every little girl needs a chance to live and have parents and I thank you for chosing me. How will I live without you? I know this...every day I live, you live through me! I miss you Dad :(
Be in peace and we'll see each other one day I know!
Patsy Dilly
August 25, 2008
To My Wonderful Dad
I will never forget you, Iwill think of you everyday. I'm not sure how to go on without you rigt now but I know you will guide me every step of the way. I am trying the best way Iknow how right now. Please watch over all of us as we all need your guidance right now.
I LOVE YOU DADDY
Ron Riley
August 25, 2008
To all of Floyd's family and friends:
I was very saddened to read of Floyd's tragic accident. Unfortunately I haven't seen him for several years, but went to high school with him and he was always a great individual. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
melanie carter voorheis
August 24, 2008
We are so very sorry, he truley will be missed by everyone, many of us knew him in very different ways, but each one of us knew him to be someone special, that is how he should be remembered, to sharon,shannon,shane,adam are prayers are with you and if you need anything let us know,,,,,carter and melanie
Carolyn Wuepper
August 24, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lorraine Just
August 24, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathy Cleveland
August 23, 2008
May the peace and love of the Lord help ease the pain and loss of our friend and neighbor Floyd. His laughter will be missed.
Billy and Ramona Bates
August 22, 2008
Our prayers and symphathy are will all of you. Wish we could be there to hold and comfort you. Just know that he is in a better place, and one day we will all will meet him there.
Adam Just
August 22, 2008
For my mother, Sharon - In Memory of Floyd
"Better Before"
Mama, don't you cry
Dry the tears off from your eyes
I know how much he loved you
Though he didn't say goodbye
Mama, please don't be afraid
Better things are on the way
I know he's looking down now
Only a memory away
And if ever you get lonely
Just know that you can call me
To talk about the love that you once had
In sharing all your sorrow
Just know that by tomorrow
You won't feel quite as bad
If you let love - be the flame
That carries on the memory of his name
Let your heart - love again
Even though it will never be the same as before
Better before
-We'll miss you, Floyd. Please look after us and guide my mom through the rest of her days. Thank you for all the wonderful things you've done for this family. You will never be forgotten.
Pam Robertson-Marsh
August 22, 2008
Sharon and to the family of Floyd,
I am so sorry to hear of your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take care Sharon, I think of you often.
August 21, 2008
To my loving companion for the most wonderful last 14 years. How am I going to go on with the rest of my life? I don't understand why you were taken from me, but I'm dealing with it the best way I can, spending alot of time with my very loving family and your mom, along with your loving siblings. I am very, very sad at this time, but I'm trying to be strong for you because I know you would want me to be. I know that we will be together again someday and will look forward to that and hold onto that thought. Thank you for making me and my family a part of your life. You will always be considered a part of our lives. We will always miss you at our family get-togethers and you will be thought of and missed at these times. I love you always and forever!
Sharon
Robert and Rebecca Franklin
August 21, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with Floyd's family. He was a great person, and will be missed by his firefighting family, as well as many friends throughout the community.
Edward Stone
August 21, 2008
you will be deeply missed Floyd. My deepest sympathy to the family
Dave Ameigh
August 21, 2008
To all of Floyd's Family, our sincere condolences. God has good plans for Floyd. Dave & Stella
Joyce Tice
August 21, 2008
It has been a good many years since I have seen Floyd, however I have great memories of the old days that I shall cherish forever. My love to Marie and Patsy. It is hard to lose a parent. I have lost both of mine. I feel your pain. But know that he is now in good hands and the memories we have of him, will keep him in our spirits and memory. Hugs to all of you! Love always, Joyce
Erica (burns) Albers
August 21, 2008
sorry to hear about Floyd.He will be dearly missed.
Bob Burns sr Erica (Burns)Albers Mike Burns
Allan Harmer
August 21, 2008
I was so sad and shocked to hear about Floyds' death. I was in the Odessa Fire Dept. for several years and Floyd was a very nice man.I will keep you in my prayers.
FAY & MARI VANNORDSTRAND
August 21, 2008
TO THE GOODRICH FAMILY AND SHARRON,OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. HE WAS A GOOD MAN AND WILL GREARTLY BE MISSED. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.
sarah kingsley
August 21, 2008
Cora, Sharon, Walter and families, Floyd was such a wonderful guy! Made everyones day when he was on unit one!! May you all know you are in our thoughts and prayers!! Unit one will miss him to!!
Tiffany (Fair) Learn
August 21, 2008
Floyd was a wonderful family friend. He will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Kelly Spaulding
August 21, 2008
To Floyd's family and Sharon and her children. Floyd was a wonderful man and will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God Bless you all.
Kelly
Larry Green
August 21, 2008
Sorry to hear of your loss of Floyd. He was a friend and neighbor in high school
Bev Martin
August 21, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of Floyd's passing. He was a good guy, and everyone has fond memories of him. He will remain in the hearts of many. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your memories help you through this very trying time.
Bev (Peters) Martin
Shannon Brooks-Cutler
August 21, 2008
Well, when this happens to any family member or friend we just cannot say all the right things. Uncle Floyd was a Very Big part of my younger life and that is how I will remember him. Always funny and loving. And yes the fire department and the big rigs but he went beyond that for me. He was and is a great uncle. All my love to his family and friends at this time.
Dana Bailey
August 21, 2008
To all of Floyd's family and Sharon - Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. Only time can heal, but Floyds love will be with you always. Dana, Taina & Kyle Bailey
Rev. Don Schink
August 21, 2008
Our hearts and prayers go out to each of you over the sudden, tragic loss of Floyd. He was a good friend and neighbor. May God bless each of you at such a time as this.
Curt & Barb Connelly
August 21, 2008
We will miss Floyd very much. He will always be a part of Curly's, as a man of his craft, a loyal customer, and a friend. Fridays won't be the same without Sharon and Floyd. Our thoughts are with you all.
hoss and carol leonard
August 21, 2008
our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. we knew floyd for many years and share good times with him and sharron too.. hoss and i share the loss with all.fire department and many coffee times at the coffee shop too..
Gary Blossom
August 21, 2008
I am deeply saddened to hear of uncle Floyd's sudden passing. I will miss him greatly as I have many great memories with him from watching him race at Watkin's Glen and spending summers together driving the big rigs. God Bless Floyd
Carl & Carol Fish
August 21, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived
okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here
is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you
every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up
and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were
gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for
me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's
chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life
on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not
be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But
one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a
time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will
give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day
was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the
way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick
him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in
your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember
you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Ron & Alisha Stickler
August 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the passing of your dad, friend, loved one. Words, however kind cannot ease your heartache... but those who care and share your loss. Wish you comfort during this difficult time.
DAWN STATES
August 20, 2008
To the family of Floyd Goodrich, you are in my thoughts and prayers as you face some of the most difficult days ahead. Know you have the support of family and friends to help you if need be. I also saw Floyd at the Fire Department Outing on Saturday and will remember him as part of "The Family" as we (Firefighters) all become a family to serve and protect others. To Floyd: May You Rest In Peace!
Pam & Jeff Nichols
August 20, 2008
To all of Floyd's family and to my Dear friend Sharon. I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss, all our thoughts & prayers are are with you and your family, god bless you all.
Darlene Abidin
August 20, 2008
Sharon. and family We are so very sorry for your loss. He will be missed. Deepest Sympathy John and Darlene Abidin( Fazzary)
david osgood
August 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Art Goodrich
August 20, 2008
The loss of Floyd is sad--but he will be remembered in the hearts of many. I last saw him in 2002 and will carry that memory with me.
Art Goodrich/Catherine Yarber
sandy osgood(goodrich)
August 20, 2008
I am very saddened to hear about floyd.He will be missed by many of us and in our hearts we will hold fond memories of him.My thoughts and prayers are with everyone who knew him and loved him
god bless
Shelly Landon
August 20, 2008
We will miss you Floyd. It just won't be the same without you.We are so blessed to have known you and spent many moments with you. From all your friends at Village Take Out.
Candy Arnold
August 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this tragic time..It was great being able to see Uncle Floyd at our family reunion this yr.I will miss him.
Elsie Breitwise
August 20, 2008
sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cheryl Routh
August 20, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family,may you find comfort knowing that Floyd will be one of God,s special angels and he will be looking over you all now. I went to OMCS with Floyd many yeas ago and remember him he was a wonderful man. May God be with you at this time. Cheryl Getman {Routh}
Dain Anderson Gertrude Stiles
August 20, 2008
We are sorry for the loss of Floyd. Condolences to the family on this sad day.
peggy visscher skeet and ellen seymour
August 20, 2008
our condolences to the whole family we were all shocked at floyd acct. he was a very good friend of my dad skeet seymour and i got to know real well from him and at the dandy he could always make me smile and laugh no matter who was in the store he never cared. he was a great person and will be missed. skeet was shocked as he just saw him sat. at the outing. he says if anyone needs something to please contact him he is there to help. take care and god bless.
Valerie (Landon) Munroe
August 20, 2008
My deepest sympathies to Floyd's family. May he rest in peace.
richard miller
August 20, 2008
i am very sorry for your lose
Ted & Mindy Dudgeon and Family
August 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ted was able to enjoy a visit with him at the fireman's outing on Saturday and will cherish those thoughts. He will be missed. We are saddened by his loss and will keep our memories with us. Blessings to you during this time and in the months ahead.
Missy Foulkes
August 20, 2008
Is an awful Tragedy Losing Uncle Floyd. he will be missed..
sue and jim minichello
August 20, 2008
our thoughts are with you and the family always.
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