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CAROLYN GODING Obituary

GODING, CAROLYN Loving mother, grandmother, sister and wife passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Friday, February 17, 2012. Carolyn had an outgoing adventurous spirit and made friends with everyone she met. She was a beautiful, inspirational woman who will be desperately missed by her family and loved ones. From her early years as a Customs Officer to running her own successful Customs Brokerage business, International Automated Brokers, she took pride in her professional accomplishments. Always jumping at every opportunity to help others, she loved being able to solve people's problems, even if they were her competitors. Through her dedication to the Customs Broker community, Carolyn earned the respect and admiration of most everyone she worked with. Her employees loved working for her and her presence and leadership will be missed by her many long term employees. Carolyn's favorite titles were mom, grandma and sister. She loved being a mom and spending time with her family and sharing big Sunday dinners. Everyone was always welcome at dinner and there was always enough for anyone who showed up. Her warmth and affection is already missed and her absence will leave a vast empty space in the lives of her children, grandchildren, husband and sister. To know her was to love her. Visitation will be held Friday, February 24, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Chapel of Roses at Glen Abbey in Bonita. Rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral Services will be Saturday, February 25, at 10 a.m. at Salli Lynn Chapel in Greenwood Memorial Park in San Diego.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Feb. 22, 2012.

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Darlene Goding

February 21, 2019

I think of her so very often. A remarkable lady

Lili Skoglund-Whitford

March 2, 2012

My heart goes out to the Goding family & friends. It's hard to lose someone who is loved by so many. I grew up next door to Carolyn & Rita. It saddens my heart to lose a member of the Jeff Street Gang. God Bless to all.

Mary Raynoha

February 26, 2012

Thou it has been many, many years I remember so well going to Rita and Carolyn's house while growing up. - Carolyn always had time to play with us. Last time I saw Carolyn was at our nephews funeral, even then she had time to stop and remember younger days with me. My prayers are with you

Jim and Donna Clanche

February 25, 2012

Even though many miles separated us, the times we had together was fabulous. Your free spirit was like a breath of fresh air. We pray for comfort to the family and peace upon their hearts to know that she is resting in the arms of Jesus Christ. We will miss you Carolyn tremendously. Until we meet again in the presence of our heavenly Father, there we will all rejoice together for all eternity that miles will no longer separate.

Joe and Lona Raynoha

February 24, 2012

It has been a long long time since I have been in the company of Carolyn Goding, I remember her as a great cook and a caring person. She will be missed by all.

Tessie Borboa

February 24, 2012

You have my deepest sympathy over your recent loss of Carolyn. May you find comfort in your many memories of days shared. Sincerely, Tessie.

February 24, 2012

My deepest sympathy to all family, and friends who knew Carolyn. I have known her since early childhood, when my parents( Ralph and Alma Carter) would take us to visit them on Jeff St. Although it has been many years, I will always remember the fun times we had as children, with our visits to to the Kunkle house. My sister and I always loved to go there. Patt Higginbotham ( Carter) Cunningham, Tn.

Ricardo & Dawn Garcia

February 24, 2012

Our deepest condolence to the Goding Family. God bless you and keep you.

Susan LaCosta

February 24, 2012

She was beautiful!! I love the pictures. I always enjoyed talking to Carolyn whenever we found each other at the same family party. Always so friendly and lovely. I am sorry for your family's lost. LaCosta Family

Linda (Wetherington) Avila

February 24, 2012

I knew Carolyn in grade school all through high school and wondered about her for years. I was so sorry to read of her passing through the Crawford High School link. She had a laugh that preceded her and she was always happy it seemed. We had some classes together at Crawford. God Bless you Carolyn and Rest in Peace...your work is done.

Maria & Brad Wessels

February 23, 2012

With heavy heart I write this. I thank God for all the times that we shared a room traveling,many laughs some crying,our dinners out and many more memories that I will cherish always. I know that all your memories with your Mom, Grandma, Sister & Wife will help you all through the months ahead and know that Brad & I will always be here for you. Be at peace my dear friend.
Love,Maria & Brad

Dan and Vickie Mangarin

February 23, 2012

May the spirit and love of Carolyn Goding forever live in the hearts and eyes of those blessed to have called her mom and grandma.

Rachel Hedge

February 23, 2012

To family and friends:
My heart is heavy and it's hard to conceive of a world without Carolyn.We grew up together on Jeff St. I guess I've known her for about 60 years. She always felt a kinship to her Jeff St. neighbors. Her family was my family, her worries were our worries. She was there for advice, for friendship, an ear to listen,an invitation for dinner or just her warm, affectionate self. We have a lot of history. We would go to religion classes together, her mother would send me to chaperone Carolyn when she was dating Randy. I guess I fell asleep. We had a lot of laughs, shared a lot of experiences and best of all our love of family. She will be truly missed. I know she's in no more pain and at peace. God bless her and her family. Love, Auntie Rachel, Uncle Ollie and Family.

Ken Reynolds

February 22, 2012

My sincerest condolences to the Goding family. I only had a few interactions with Carolyn, but clearly she was a positive driving force at IAB. Cubic Defense Applications had a very good and long standing relationship with IAB, and our sympathies are extended to the entire Goding family and her "family" at IAB as well.

Ken Reynolds Manager Procurement (retired), Cubic Defense Applications

Carlos and Lucina medel

February 22, 2012

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

February 22, 2012

With my deepest sympathy for Carolyn's family. I have wonderful childhood memories of Carolyn. She was my sister's best friend and our neighbor. She will be missed. As Linda said, our mom is waiting for her...love Pam

Hector & Lucy Concepcion

February 22, 2012

It was a pleasure knowing Carolyn through the close friendship of our girls. Waiting for the girls at Marian Catholic H.S. after school/at activities. Carolyn was a loving, caring Mom and she will be missed so much. A truly lovely soul. We will always be here for you Rachel. Our love and prayers, the Concepcions!

Gary & Diane Dombrow

February 22, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dick Shostak

February 22, 2012

Caroline was the greatest! She was a gem of a person,a fine nroker. and a very good friend. San Diego will not be the same without her. Dick Shostak

February 22, 2012

I am sorry for your loss. I remember from much younger days how much fun it was to go over to Carolyn & Rita's house, Carolyn always had time to play with us. My prayers are with you - - Mary Raynoha

Linda Todd

February 22, 2012

My mom will be waiting for you, Worm.

Linda Todd

February 22, 2012

Carolyn and I have known each other since we were three years old. We were inseparable and spent our days running back and forth from each other's house. Carolyn's father, Joe, farmed worms as a hobby, and since that time, we have called each other Worm or Wormo. I will miss Carolyn's ready smile and great sense of humor. She grew into a woman who was successful professionally and personally, but more importantly, she was a woman with a big heart and loving spirit. She will be missed tremendously and loved always.

Gary Nelson

February 22, 2012

I had the Great opportunity to know her as both a friend and business associate. I am a better man for her being my life and I will miss her!!

February 22, 2012

Carolyn, never lost sight of her vision, she always wanted to to the right thing the correct way. May God bless her family during this time of sorry. Her beautiful smile will be missed.
Aileen Colon, Long Beach Retired Customs

Maurine Cecil

February 22, 2012

It's hard to understand why people are taken from us, but may the family find comfort in knowing they were the most special part of Carolyn's life. She will be missed so much by her friends too.
With love to the family,
Maurine Cecil and Western Overseas Corp.

barbara reilly

February 22, 2012

Carolyn was a wonderful colleague and all who knew her are diminished by this terrible loss but enriched far more for having had the opportunity to call her a friend. She was a kind and decent person whose honesty and integrity were unquestioned, whose professionalism was paramount in all her actions and whose limitless energy and graciousness were always on display. She will be remembered and, in that remembering, she will be honored.
The NCBFAA staff

Bill & Peggy Thrailkill

February 22, 2012

We know the family will miss Carolyn alot, she was a very important part of your lives. Bill & I did not see her often, but whenever she entered a room she brought light, laughter and happiness. We will keep the Goding and Raynoha family in our prayers.

Ken Timmons

February 22, 2012

Carolyn was an insperation and a good friend. I will miss her.

Jack Hubbard

February 22, 2012

Carolyn was an inspiration to me, personally and professionaly. She will be missed by one and all.

Patti Walters

February 22, 2012

Carolyn was such a pillar in the community. She loved everyone and everyone loved her. She will be truly missed.

Darlene Goding

February 22, 2012

Steve, James and Rachael, You have no idea how much it hurts my heart that your mother is gone. I know how much she meant to all of you and the grand kids, and I know how much she met to your Dad. I know there are no words I could say that would ease your pain right now, and I am sorry that I could not come to properly honor her, but I will pray for all of you. With Love, Darlene

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