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Joseph Goodell Obituary

GOODELL - Joseph E., Jr. June 4, 2009, age 71; beloved husband of Mary Ellen Hager; dear father of Marian Goodell, Peggy Goodell (Will Trout), Martha (Joseph) LaManna and Melly (Mark) Olszyk; dear grandfather of Stella, Ariel, Gabriella Trout, Alex, Zack, Zoe, Gabriel Olszyk, Kristin, Brian LaManna; dear brother of Grace Goodell and Philip (Kathy) Goodell. The family will be present Saturday and Sunday from 4-8 PM at the (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. 1132 Delaware Ave. (near W. Ferry St.). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 9:30 AM in St. Joseph Cathedral. A private committal service will be held. If desired, memorials may be made to the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. Share condolences at www.AMIGONE.com

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Published by Buffalo News from Jun. 5 to Jun. 7, 2009.

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John Kemp

July 6, 2009

Phil, Kathy, Mary Ellen and Tissie:

I just heard about Joe's (Oh the heck with it - Jody's) passing. A fine man. The world needs more of him, to get things going and keep things going. And Linda and I will always appreciate Grace's arranging for us to be the host family for Lt. Dieter and Karin Panitzki of the Luftwaffe - a real pleasure and honor. All the best to all the Goodells.

JOHN KEMP

June 23, 2009

To the Family of Mr. Goodell,

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Goodell at the Buffalo Philharmonic. He taught me a great deal. I had a lot of respect for Mr. Goodell. I will always remember him. He will be missed. My condolences to your Family. May you take comfort in your memories.
Debbie Pivarsi

Michael Rudd

June 17, 2009

Phil and Kathy -

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Joe will be dearly missed by all.

Fili and Gale Gomez

June 12, 2009

Dear Phil, our hearts are with you. Gale and I grief the loss of your brother. Serenity and peace my friend.

kevin mickus

June 8, 2009

To Phil,

Sorry for your loss.

kevin mickus

Terry Marcello

June 8, 2009

Mary Ellen and Family, I want to express my sincere sympathy and condolences to all of you. I know what a difficult time this may be, but keep all the good times in your thoughts and it will make it easier.

Sally Graff-Osborne

June 8, 2009

To all of the Goodells-

The world is a little sadder today. I really enjoyed Mr. Goodell--what a prize he was. He loved his girls..I know that. I had the pleasure of meeting him several times and he was always a joy to be around. My daughter Ella and I are going to light a candle for him today and know that his spirit will always be here. I will pray for all of you during this very sad time, however, Mr. Goodell would probably have you celebrating his life! God Bless...Sally Graff-Osborne

Shirley Muraca

June 7, 2009

Dear Mary Ellen and family,
We are so saddened to hear of the death of your dear husband Joe. Please know that ours thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
All our sympathy,
Tom and Shirley Muraca

Kathryn Westman

June 7, 2009

I had the good fortune of knowing Joe Goodell, through my friendship with his daughter Martha. I have found personal inspiration through his drive, curiosity, intellect, and generosity. Most of all though, I will cherish my memories of his sharp wit and wonderful sense of humor. His lifelong love of playing the prankster has me fondly recalling tales of attempts at leaving an MIT mark welded to the rival's Harvard statue, the "Lion" delivered to his daughters from the zoo, and of course my own first experience of surprise birthday honors at a dinner gathering he hosted (knowing that it was not my birthday). He will be missed, but will live on forever in our memories.

Vanessa Sirianni

June 5, 2009

To the family of Joseph E Goodell Jr.

You don't know me, but from what I read and heard he sure was wonderful man. My condolences goes out to his family Husband, father, grand father, great grand father. May you reflect on your fondest memories to pull you through this difficult time. I am sure he was a inspiration to all.
I applied at his company years ago, but nothing came of it cause I decide that I was moving a another state.

yours in sympathy,

Vanessa Sirianni

June 5, 2009

I worked with Joe on the Who Does What? Committee. He demonstrated his wonderful leadership skills in making some tough decisions on downsizing libraries and restructuring the operation of County golf courses. We also shared stories of our similar travels throughout US and Canada his being in his Amtrak railway car. So sorry to see such a great man leave us too soon.

Amy Vigneron, Esq. Cohen & Lombardo, PC

Dale Placey

June 5, 2009

A good leader. He saved American Brass in 1985 by getting a sound union,management working agreement. This approach took the company from near deaths door to being highly profitable. Demanding but fair.
As an employee for 33 years under four ownerships I see the Goodell years as the best

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