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James Grady Goad

1922 - 2010

James Grady Goad obituary, 1922-2010

BORN

1922

DIED

2010

James Goad Obituary

James Grady Goad November 16, 1922 - October 13, 2010 James Grady Goad was born in Sallisaw, Oklahoma in 1922 and came to California in 1945. Grady served in the United States Army during WWII where he travelled throughout France, Europe and Germany. Grady made his career in the oilfield industry where he retired from Sun Oil in 1987. Grady enjoyed playing golf with his friends and spending time with his family. Grady, or "Pop" as he was so lovingly referred to by his family, is survived by wife Peggy of 62 years; siblings, Andy and Mildred; sons, Steven and Michael; grandchildren, Jason, Joshua, Lensi and Jenna; great grandchildren, Justin, Melo, Jacob, Cameryn, Ian, Kenzie and Colby. Grady loved his family dearly and was loved by his family equally. "Pop" will be missed by all of those he leaves behind. Funeral services will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Park, at 9101 Kern Canyon Rd., on Tuesday, Oct. 19th, at 3:00 p.m. Visitation will be on Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Oct. 19, 2010.

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