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John Gooding Obituary
West Des Moines - John Richard Gooding, 86, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2020, at his home in West Des Moines. The family will receive friends in an outdoor gathering on the lawn from 9:00 am - 10:30 am. Wednesday, July 22, 2020, at Westover Funeral Home in Des Moines. Services will follow in the same space at 10:30 am. Burial will then take place at Glendale Cemetery in Des Moines, Iowa.
John was born November 25, 1933, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Meredith and Maxine (Miller) Gooding. He married Kathaleen on September 1, 1951. Together they enjoyed 57 years of marriage and raised three wonderful children. She truly was the love of his life, and we know they are reunited in heaven.
Dad, Papa, Johnny G, or Coach whatever role he played to you, his mark of love will remain forever.
John is survived by his sons, John (Patty) Gooding Jr. of Dallas Fort Worth, TX, Larry (JoAnne) Gooding of Ankeny, IA; daughter, Diane (Craig) Leaming of Des Moines, IA; grandchildren, Andrew Gooding, Brian Gooding, Ashley (Nile Walters) Gooding, Cory Clemens, Joseph Leaming, Alex Leaming; great-grandchildren, Cathaleen (Reed) Molander, Grace Clemens, Greta Leaming, Reese Walters, Kai Walters; companion, Leona Lindberg.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathaleen; father, Meredith; mother, Maxine.
A livestream of the services will be available and online condolences will be welcomed at IlesCares.com.
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Frank DiTomaso
July 22, 2020
Gooding Family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. John and Kathaleen were such a great couple. They were one of the bike shop’s parents. All the guys got parented one way or another from those two. Always looking out for you and setting good examples of how to be a good person. I know you lost your Dad and family member but for me John and Kathaleen were like one in such a good way. It is going be so good they will be back together again. Peace.
Audrey & Bob
July 19, 2020
John was a neighnor and a friend for about 19 years when he was in Texas..He always made sure he greeted you when he saw you with a smile..
Ismael & Belen Naanep
July 18, 2020
John will always be a part of our lives.
Betty Halvorson
July 17, 2020
John was an awesome gentleman. He had a heart of gold. He loved reminiscing about all of his years of biking! He lived a full life and was always interesting to visit with.
Family was very important to him!
Bless his memory.
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