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James Goodwin Obituary
SHREVEPORT, LA - Memorial services for James U. Goodwin will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 7, 2014 at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home on the Mansfield Road, Shreveport. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Goodwin, sons Randall and Ray Goodwin, eight sisters and two brothers. Left to cherish his memory are sons James Herve Goodwin and wife Dianne, and Richard Goodwin, daughter-in-law Wanda Goodwin, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
I came into this world in El Dorado, Arkansas on May 12th, 1924. There to greet me were my Grandpaw and Grandmaw Primm, Mama and Daddy, and seven sisters and one brother.
Growing older was a great part of my life. I went barefoot every summer. I got a new pair of black shoes each year when school started. Mama and I would then dye them white each summer for my church shoes. The whole family went fishing together, and I would get one dollar the week before Christmas to buy my siblings gifts.
I was 18 years old when I joined the Army Air Corps in 1943. Three years later, I married and spent the best 67 years of my life with Dorothy, my wife.
I was very proud of my success in starting and building the Goodwin Subdivision west of El Dorado, Arkansas. This was done with faith, handshakes, promises and very little money. During my life I worked at National Supply Company, Universal Oil Products, and retired from Gould Battery plant as Purchasing Manager. I was also past president of the National Affiliation of Purchasing Agents. I was a member of Summer Grove Baptist Church.
Thank you Mama and Daddy for all the help you gave me growing up, even the spankings, for I know now that they were love taps. Thank you Mama for opening the doors of heaven for me.
My wife passed away six months ago, leaving me with a broken heart. It is my time to join her because ….. Love is …....when a lifetime doesn't seem enough.
(James U. Goodwin)
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Memories and Condolences
for James Goodwin
Jane & Don Schreiber
December 7, 2014
Jim & Richard, we are thinking of you.
DeLaine Langford Stricklin
December 6, 2014
Jim and Richard, so sorry to hear your dad has passed. He always treated me so special! Maybe because I was his only girl on the Hassett Hill! Your parents were an inspiration to others and one of the best models of true love I know. They are in heaven drinking coffee and talking about their wonderful life together. I pray your precious memories are with you both as you bear this tough 2014 year for your family. I do miss the Goodwin Gang! Love to all, DeLaine
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
December 5, 2014
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to James U. Goodwin our Brother-in-Arms and fellow Legionnaire. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Jim. And to Jim it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Army and for his loyal support of the American Legion Post 14. Jim, you were a valued Legionnaire, a wonderful comrade, a true Patriot. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Jim's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
James Mazariz Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Bob Hatchett
December 5, 2014
When Ford Motor Company established the battery manufacturing plant to support several of their Auto Assembly operations from the Shreveport facility back in the late l960's, Jim was instrumental in bringing a tremendous wealth of knowledge in the area of Material Handling from his previous employment with UOP. He was assigned the dayshift Material Handling Supervisor while I was fortunate to be assigned to the afternoon shift. The plant start up included many weeks and months wherein
Jim would work 3:00 AM to 3:30 PM while I caught the 3:00 PM to 3:30 AM shift. While all of our fork lift drivers and material handlers were all hand picked, Jim's guidance, patience, and expertise made for many years of profitable and enjoyable employment. I can speak with a great volume of authority when I reveal that Jim never had a negative word about anyone and was always prompt in telling all members of our department what progress was being made and "To keep our noses to the grindstone!" Jim was not only a friend, mentor, and colleague, he was a most favorable servant of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Lori Goodwin McHughes
December 4, 2014
I am so sad to see you go James. Sad for Richard, Tanner and Taylor and the rest of the family but happy for you. You are with the love of your life once again. A man of honesty, integrity and faith.
You will be sorely missed.
Robin Morgan
December 4, 2014
I will so miss you my wonderful father-in-law for over two decades. Your friendship with my Dad was indeed special. Thanks so much for that.
Robin Morgan
December 4, 2014
"My condolences"
After reading James obituary I wished I had got to know him. I know he will be truly missed.
The Legion will miss him greatly.
David Walls
Semper Fi
McLaurin
December 4, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. May God keep fast hold of you with his right hand during this difficult time.
Twyla Bartlett
December 4, 2014
To James and Richard.You had the most wonderful parents. I never had the chance to visit them much but they were always special.James's mother and my grandmother were sisters.Hope to visit with you at the services.
December 4, 2014
A man for all seasons.....son, warrior, husband, worker, professional, father, grandfather and great grandfather. A true gentleman and American!
You will be missed by many!
Howard Malpass
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