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MICHAEL GOODBREAD Obituary

GOODBREAD MICHAEL EUGENE GOODBREAD, JR January 25, 1968 June 25, 2013 Michael was born in Nashville, TN. He graduated from Bishop Kenny High School in 1986 where he was an avid baseball player. He graduated with honors from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelors of Arts in Political Science in 1990 and was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity. He graduated with his Juris Doctor with Honors from Stetson University College of Law in 1993. Michael spent his legal career in the Jacksonville area and was a partner at Fowler White Boggs P.A. in the areas of business and corporate law and was AV rated by Martindale Hubbell. Michael was a member of St. Matthew s Catholic Church, a loving husband, a devoted father, son and grandson. Michael is predeceased by his paternal grandparents, William and Anna Goodbread, his maternal grandfather, William Cole, Jr. and his mother in-law and father in-law, Elizabeth and Max Smith. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 20 years, Lisa Naomi Rachel Goodbread, of Jacksonville, FL; his sons, Henry and James Goodbread of Jacksonville, FL; his parents, Michael and Connie Goodbread of Jacksonville, FL; his maternal grandmother, Marge Cole; his siblings and their spouses, Chase and Michelle Goodbread of Tuscaloosa, AL; Mandy and Mark Nesz of Smyrna, GA; John and Sarah Goodbread of Kennesaw, GA; his father in-law and mother in-law, Charles and Jenny Henry of London, England; his brother in-laws and sister in-laws, Steven and Anita Henry of London, England; David Henry of Newnan, GA; Alisa Henry of Newnan, GA; and nephews and nieces, Pierce, Peyton, and Layne Goodbread; and Samantha, Yvonne, Emily and Tyler Henry. Michael loved his Jaguars, his Seminoles, his Commodores and his baseball. He loved music over movies, the beach over golf. He loved his Big Green Egg smoker, and the longer it took the better. But more than anything, Michael loved his relationships. He built his life and law practice around them both. He was equally comfortable with family and strangers, and where mixed, made them all feel the same. Michael could point out humor where no one else could see it. He was the life of a room without having to be the life of the party. Michael was a joy to all who knew him. Michael s family will be receiving visitors on Friday, June 28th from 6:00pm-8:00pm where there will be a Vigil at 7:00pm at St. Matthew s Catholic Church, 1773 Blanding Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32210. The Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, June 29th at 11:00am with a reception immediately following thereafter at St. Matthew s Catholic Church. The burial internment will be held at 2:30pm at Jacksonville Memory Gardens Funeral Home-Cemetery, 111 Blanding Boulevard, Orange Park, FL 32073. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in Michael s name to be made to any of the following: the Goodbread Children Memorial Fund, Wells Fargo Bank, 4206 San Juan Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32210, DOSA Camps, 235 Marywood Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259, (www.dosacamps.com); and Lumen Entertainment, Inc., 231 N Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 (www.lumen.tv). Please sign the guest book at www.jacksonvillememorygardens.com

Published by Florida Times-Union on Jun. 28, 2013.
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I knew Mike at Vanderbilt. So sorry to hear about his passing. He was a great guy and will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to Lisa and the family.

Laura Sullivan

January 4, 2014

I just read this and am so sorry. I went to Christ the King and Bishop Kenny high school with Michael. May God carry the family in his arms through this tragedy, especially his beautiful and loving wife and children. I ask God to cover you with gracious healing.

amy barr

October 27, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Michael's death through the Stetson School magazine. I met Michael in law school at Stetson, we wrote a couple papers together and we went to a Tampa Bay Bucs game and a spring training baseball game. He came over to my house after my second son was born while I was a first year law student at Stetson. I am 15 years older than Michael, and we shared a passion for sports, he was excited when sports t alk radio started in St. Pete. He was a really nice guy. Paul Anderson, Stetson law graduate Dec. 1992.

October 8, 2013

I KNEW MICHAEL AS A CHILDHOOD FRIEND AND INTO MY TEENS. WE PLAYED BASEBALL, FOOTBALL, AND WENT FISHING TOGETHER. WISH I HAD KEPT IN TOUCH.. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY

SHANE CARR

July 27, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss. We continue to pray for your family. May God hold each of you in the palm of his hand.

Laura and Michael Meehan

July 27, 2013

We are sincerely sorry for your loss.

Joan & Pete Saalfield

July 20, 2013

Lisa

Having just learned of Mike's passing, I'm still a bit shocked.

I haven't seen Mike in the far-too-many years since Vanderbilt, but my memories of his laughter and good nature are crystal clear. Mike was a great guy. One of the best. I truly feel fortunate to have known him.

I wish you, your sons and the rest of Mike's family peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Dan Kelly

July 19, 2013

I had the privilege of working with Michael for about 3 years. He will be missed. I am wishing His peace and comfort to his family.

Mark Addington

July 11, 2013

So sorry for your tragic loss
Our thoughts are with you
Henry & James!

Michael, Nancy & Hilton Hebb

July 4, 2013

Dear Lisa and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you His divine comfort and mercy during this sorrowful time.

Laura Wite

July 4, 2013

My sincerest condolences to the Goodbread family.

Arnold Zipper

July 3, 2013

I had the privilege of knowing Mike, as a fellow Floridian and classmate, at Vanderbilt. We then reconnected years later, as lawyers, through our work for Stetson, our law school. While we'd aged, Mike was still as sharp and personable as ever. I'm grateful to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Ben Hill

July 1, 2013

Lisa and Family:
Our hearts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Your Fowler White Family

July 1, 2013

Mandy and Mark, We are so sorry to hear about this tragic loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Matt, Sandy, Jake, Ella, & Lilly

July 1, 2013

Dear Lisa, Henry, and James,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Tuerk

July 1, 2013

Dear Connie,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious son Michael. You and your family are in my prayers. I pray that you all feel the embrace of the Good Lord's loving and protective arms around the Goodbread family.
Love,
Yolanda Cerqueira

Yolanda Cerqueira

July 1, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of Michael's passing. I worked next to Michael and Luz for the first few years when Fowler White first came to Jacksonville. He was a great guy who truly loved life. My heart goes out to his wife, sons and whole family. He will be truly missed.

Sharon Mullin Parsons

July 1, 2013

The Goodbread family, Mrs. Goodbread taught my daughter, Meghan, in kindergarten. Please know that the family is in my thoughts and prayers during this painful and difficult time.
Nancy Easter

July 1, 2013

Mike and Connie, We just learned of your tragic loss. Words are not adequate to express how sorry we are. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Barbara & Jonny Moore

June 30, 2013

I had the pleasure of being Michael's law partner for three years. He was a fine lawyer but an even finer person in so many ways. He had a true zest for life and other people. He will be missed. My heart goes out to Lisa and the boys and Michael's parents, who raised such a wonderful talented man.

Michael Dewberry

June 30, 2013

Mike and Connie:
I know I am but an insignificantly small pebble in a massive pond of friends and acquaintances who share your sorrow. I just learned of young Mike's death at mass this morning when Fr. Jose announced it. Bill and I are united in prayer for your family.

Diane Bigbee

June 30, 2013

Goodbread Family,
I am grieving with you and for you. A flood of memories fill my mind as I think of Mike, one of my most special BK friends! He had a great smile and sense of humor. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lori Eberhardt Harrison

June 29, 2013

Lisa, I was so sorry to read about your husband. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sandra Taylor

June 29, 2013

Lisa, Henry, James and family,
The news of Michael's passing left me shocked and heartbroken. Having taught James for 4 years and having the privilege to know your family for the past 6 years, I have truly never seen a family so close, loving, and devoted to one another despite any obstacles thrown your way. Henry & James are amazing boys ... a true testament of their parent's unconditional love and dedication. Although Michael was taken far too soon, I know he gave you enough love and laughter to last a lifetime. He will no doubt be loving, guiding, and protecting you from heaven. God bless you all. I love you & will help in any way I can.
Sincerely,
Cleary

Cleary Ramirez

June 29, 2013

Chase and the entire Goodbread family. So, so very sorry for your loss. You have your forever Angel watching over all of you now.

Shannon (Hazouri) Waychoff

June 29, 2013

God bless you all during this difficult time. Let Gods grace help in your healing. Much love, Patti & Ernie Little ÷÷÷

patti little

June 29, 2013

While I never met Michael, I worked with his sister-in-law Michelle (Chase's wife) here in Jacksonville. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Goodbread family as you mourn your son, brother, husband and father. My hope for you is that your love for one another will bring God's comfort, and will see you through this difficult time.

Jorge Miyares

June 29, 2013

Mrs. Goodbread and family,

Words cannot express my sadness for your entire family. Remember Michael so well as a few years younger than me. Then my mom, Liz McGovern, reminded me that he was one of the kids that she taught Kindergarten and was in her first fifth grade class thirty plus yeas ago at CK.

Such a sweet family and my heartfelt blessings and sorrow for your loss.

Much love,
Debbie McGovern Barley and family

June 29, 2013

Matthew 5:4
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."
I pray that you and your family get through these trying times in the lost of a Good man, A Good father, and a Good husband. God will give you strength in the time of need.

Kristopher Sawyer

June 29, 2013

Mike and Connie...Nancy and I are so sorry for your loss and want you to know we remember you and your family in our prayers. Wally Mccullough

Wally Mccullough

June 28, 2013

Lisa you and Mike have always reached out to selflessly help others in need and now please accept all that love in return as we all lift your family up and pray for God's strength and grace in the coming days.

Edge Family

June 28, 2013

Lisa, Henry and James,
Michael was a wonderful man, who will be missed by many. I pray that the love and peace of Jesus will comfort you and give you strength.

Jim and Dana Nolan

June 28, 2013

My dear Connie....so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. May the Lord guide your family during this difficult time and hold Michael in the palm of His hand.

Cindy Stillson

June 28, 2013

Lisa, you and Michael touched our hearts as we got to know you over the years. We pray God's peace for you and your family.

Eric and Donna Fritsche

June 28, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. I am thankful to have fond memories of Michael. God bless...

Douglas Malecki

June 28, 2013

Lisa my heart breaks for you and yours. Over the years that you and Michael came to see us at La Cena you always made us smile and brought joy into the room with you. We all grieve for you, and Michael will be so missed by us all. We send our love and our prayers to you and your family.

Victoria Torres

June 28, 2013

Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for love and light to guide you through this difficult time. You are loved.

Jennifer McAlister Birkel

June 28, 2013

Connie & Mike, I am so sorry for this in your lives. My memories of Michael does bring a smile to my heart, - always a happy smile, and always dark curly hair. I know I still have a picture of Michael & Anne together in a wagon, only 2 years old. In loving friendship over 40 plus years, Carole Malecki Tinsley

Carole Malecki - Tinsley

June 28, 2013

May the Lord grant Michael eternal rest and comfort all who grieve for him.

Fr. Brian Carey

June 28, 2013

Mike & Connie,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and praying for you and your entire family.

David & Lisa Cook

June 28, 2013

Michael was a truly fine man, and will be missed by those of us who had the pleasure to know him and work with him. My condolences and prayers go out to his family for this tragic loss, that God may bring you peace in the days ahead

David Abraham

June 28, 2013

Mike and Connie our prayers are with you and the family for your loss. Tom & Bev McGivney

June 28, 2013

We are so sorry for you loss. Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Greg & Kristy Dutton

June 28, 2013

I used to work for Michael years ago at Martin, Ade. I am truly sorry for your loss. I know that words cannot express what you and your family are going through, but I know that God will comfort you and your family through this difficult time. Michael was a great person, lawyer and friend and I am grateful I knew him. I am praying for you all.

B.J. Cook

June 28, 2013

We are so sorry for this tragic loss. His family has been an inspiration to us through our own journey with autism. There are no words. Praying for peace in your hearts.

Amy (Nesz) Wright

June 28, 2013

Please accept my sincere condolences to the entire Goodbread family. God Bless you, Lisa, henry and James. May you find comfort and healing in the days to come.

June 28, 2013

Mike always put a smile on my face, and a giggle in my heart. Blessings to the entire family.

Mary Nasrallah Thornton

June 28, 2013

Mike and I spent several years blanketing the left side of the outfield in Jax Law League softball. :) A great guy and teammate. I will always remember him fondly.

Jeff McFarland

June 28, 2013

We are so terribly sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Dick and Lori Nesz

June 28, 2013

My deepest sympathies to the Goodbread family. I did not know Michael but after passing the accident scene on Tuesday wanted to express my deepest condolences for a life taken so needlessly. God's blessings.

P C Goddard

Pat Goddard

June 28, 2013

I had the pleasure of knowing Michael and working with him for four years. He was full of life and always seemed to have a smirk on his face that you couldn't help but smile at. His love for his family and life itself came through in everything that he did. I am truly sadden at the senseless loss of such a wonderful person. My heart goes out to his wife Lisa, and sons Henry and James as well as the rest of
Michael's family during this difficult time. May you find strength in love of family and in the warm embrace of friends during this difficult time.

Melissa Laughlin

June 28, 2013

Dear Connie, I am so sorry for your loss. I think of you often. My prayers for you and your family.Love, Marcia H.

June 28, 2013

So sad to here of his passing. many prayers and thoughts for his wife and 2 Children and host of Family and long time friends he made.

Missy Stelma

June 28, 2013

Our prayers go out to all the Goodbread Family. You are loved by many friends and family and our hearts are with you during this terrible tragedy

Jim & Jennifer Pearce

June 28, 2013

My heart is heavy for this family. Lisa just remember Michael will always watching over you and the boys.

Angela Bowles

June 28, 2013

Lisa, Henry & James,

I can not fathom the loss you are having to process and deal with. Take comfort in the family & friends that are wrapping you in thier arms & hearts with love. Lean on them, they will be strong for you. Michael is resting in the arms of our Lord, and is your angel in heaven, shining down upon you. We, your extended family are here for you, we love you, and we will hold you up as long as necessary.
Deepest Sympathies....Debra & Family

Debra Harris

June 28, 2013

I'm just devastated to learn of Mike's passing. I have years of great memories playing law league softball with Mike on the infamous Hit & Run team. Our team would spend hours after each game hanging out. I honestly can't remember one minute of Mike without a smile on his face. My heart goes out to Lisa and their sons.

June 28, 2013

Lisa and all the Goodbread family. Please accept my heartfelt condolences at this special time. My prayers are for the comfort and peace of Christ to be with you all.

Ron Grimes

June 28, 2013

Michael was a fine young man, blessing to his family, parents,etc.and now home with the Lord. All God's blessings on all his family.

Ken Mall

June 28, 2013

With deep regret and sadness

Luz Roman

June 28, 2013

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