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1924
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2020
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Ruth Goodman Obituary
A private burial was held in Resthaven Cemetery, Phelps.
Ruth was born September 5, 1924 in Phelps, N.Y., the daughter of the late John and Marie Canne. In her early years Ruth worked at Kodak until she married Charles Goodman. Ruth enjoyed gardening and traveling. She visited every state in the union. But most important to Ruth was taking care of her family whom she adored.
Ruth is survived by her children Rick (Sandy) Goodman, Gregg (Penny) Goodman, Deb Goodman and Donna Goodman; grandchildren Rachel (Nick) Lombardo, Charles (Jamie) Goodman, Joshua (Katie) Goodman and Jonathan (Kaitlin) Goodman; great-grandchildren Aaron Lombardo and Miles Goodman; sister, Millie Miller; daughter-in-law, Neva Goodman;as well as many nieces and nephews; and multiple granddogs and grandcats.
Ruth is predeceased by her husband, Charles Goodman; son, David Goodman; parents John and Marie Canne; sisters Marie Sinack, Marjorie Canne, Elsie Canne, and Dorothy Shepanski; brothers John Canne and Floyd Canne.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the R.A. Patrick Funeral Home, Clifton Springs.
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Edith King Chapman
November 15, 2021
Gregg, Penny and the entire Goodman Family- Condolences on the loss of Your Mother. She lived a long life, cherish all the memories.
John Polee
November 24, 2020
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Goodman's passing. She was the Mom of one of my closest childhood friends, Dave Goodman. I spent many hours at their house when I was a kid. Sincere condolences to Rick, Gregg, Deb, Donna and Alan Canne. She was always so nice to me. Rest in peace.
Edith King Chapman
November 23, 2020
Thoughts and prayers to Gregg & Penny, from your classmates 1974.
ROBERT EDWARD POLLOT
November 21, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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