Photo courtesy of Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Jan 19, 1946 – Apr 5, 2019 (Age 73)
JoAnn (McCollum) Goodman - (1946-2019)
Murfreesboro - JoAnn Goodman, age 73, passed away Friday, April 5th at her home, surrounded by family. She was born in Sewanee, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Joe Horace McCollum and Margaret Alene McCollum.
A graduate of Franklin County High School and an employee of MTSU for more than 20 years, JoAnn most treasured her time spent with family. She devoted her life to raising her daughters and being “Mimi” to Nate and Gentry, and she treasured their family beach vacations. Compassionate, caring, and witty, JoAnn loved large and laughed hard. She will be greatly missed by many who found comfort and joy in her wisdom, humor and unconditional love.
JoAnn is survived by daughter Stephanie Mitchell (Blair); granddaughter Gentry Mitchell of Murfreesboro and grandson Nathan Byrnes of Murfreesboro; brother Bill McCollum (Lele) of Monteagle; and Tess Bailey- Mimi's good friend and assistant. She was preceded in death by daughter Shannon Goodman Underwood and grandson Logan Mitchell.
A celebration of life and love will be held at a later time at "The Cross" in Sewanee. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to "Shannon's Story,” a reading incentive program at Monteagle Elementary established in honor of her late daughter-- c/o Lele McCollum 2317 Lakeshore Dr., Monteagle, TN 37356.
Read MoreDear Stephanie, Blair, and Gentry,
I was saddened to learn of the passing of your beautiful Mom, Mom- in-law, and, precious Mimi.
I know this is a very difficult time for all of you, but cherish your wonderful family times and memories spent tighther.!
Again, my deepest condolences to you all.
Sending much love from me to you!
Sincerely, Aunt Vicki
Vicki Hunt
April 13, 2019 | Tampa, FL | Family
What I remember most about JoAnn during her time at MTSU was lots of laughter! I always enjoyed her phone calls and miss hearing from her. May the Lord bring comfort and peace to all of you during this difficult time.
Joyce Reed
April 10, 2019 | Murfreesboro, TN
Im so sorry Ive lost touch with Joann over the years. She was always such fun and smiling. I know her loved ones will miss her terribly. May she be without pain sweet Joann...
Lisa Kilgore
April 09, 2019 | Murfresboro, TN | Friend
