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Terri Goodman Obituary
Terri Lee Goodman
July 3, 1957 - July 24, 2023
DECATUR - Terri Lee Goodman, 66, of Decatur, passed away peacefully Monday, July 24, 2023, surrounded by her family.
A memorial gathering will be held from 4:00 - 6:00 PM, Monday, July 31, 2023, at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur. The family requests casual attire for the gathering. There will be a private family graveside service.
Terri was born July 3, 1957, in Decatur, the daughter of Duane and Betty (Provin) Harford. She married Barry Goodman on June 29, 1985.
Terri began her work career at the age of 15, working at Dupont's Market and then worked at various jobs in Decatur. She then began working for Decatur Housing Authority where she worked for over 30 years, working her way up to Executive Director. She enjoyed going to her son's sporting events, traveling - especially to beaches, reading, and her dogs: Izzy, Mia, and Miss Lexi, and granddogs: Remi and Fenway.
Terri is survived by her husband of 38 years, Barry; son, Tory Goodman (McKenzie) of Fredericksburg, VA; brother, Kevin Harford of Decatur; brother-in-law, Ray Goodman (Jayne) of Clearwater, FL; and nephew, Craig (Kayla) of Clearwater, FL.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and in-laws, Tom and Enid Goodman.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family in care of Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes at www.brintlingerandearl.com.
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Diane Wheeler
July 31, 2023
Barry, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pam Baker Hess
July 28, 2023
Barry, I´m so sorry about Terri. We sure had some good times on the lake and our snow skiing trip. Hugs to you my friend Love Pam & Kevin Hess
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Kim Moore
July 27, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Terri's passing. Dave and I send our deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time. God bless - Kim and Dave Moore.
Mia
July 27, 2023
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