Michael "Goody" Lee Goodwill born Jan 24, 1945 in Seward, AK passed away March 19, 2024. Dad, husband, grandpa, brother, uncle, friend, and pillar to so many people, he was our gentle rock. A graduate of the University of Washington Business School, he was a life-long innovator, a thespian, a writer, and karaoke singer. A recipient of the Bronze Star with a V for valor, he was a proud Vietnam veteran who served our country with a deep respect and passion for people, their freedom, and opportunity. He welcomed every one of his brothers home and never forgot those who didn't return. He lived for life's challenges. He feared nothing and had a place in his heart for all people. He is survived by his sweetheart Margaret; his children and their spouses, Michael & Melinda, Brian & Charie, Monica & Jason; and his seven grandchildren. Semper Fi Dad. Find your Bivouac in the Sky. We love you and miss you.

A Tribute to Life Reception will be held at the Everett VFW, 2711 Oakes Ave at 1:00PM, April 7. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Wounded Warrior Project. Family graveside ceremony at Woodlawn Cemetery will be held separately.

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Published by The Herald (Everett) from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31, 2024.

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Janette Reilley

December 8, 2024

A life well lived. He was talented and had a good sense of humor. So odd that I was thinking of him just this week. Did not realize he had passed. May good memories comfort those that grieve.

Sherri pride

April 1, 2024

I have the utmost respect for Michael Goodwill. I´m glad he came through my life, and I will honor him and thank him for what he gave me, which was a great respect for veterans and life choices. He fought for a country, and when personal choices weren´t right, he fixed them. Thank you Michael rest in peace.

Gary Haynes

March 31, 2024

So many years ago at Everett High football and the rest!

Fred H Claymore Jr

March 30, 2024

I've known Mike since we were at EHS. I'm much older (27 days) and graduated with his brother Jerry. My senior year we had our first class together (Mr McNeill) and we would show up a half hour early and go up on the stage, behind the curtain, and he would use me as his wrestling dummy so he could perfect moves he would use to win state championships, over and over and over. It's taken me 62 years to recover. Mike is one of the greatest athletes to ever come out of The School of Champions. But, that was all preparation for the life he lived. We were reunited a few years ago and I got to catch up on a life of service, honor, dignity, respect, Valor and family. Margaret, my heart goes out to you and all of your family. I love the Dr Suess tribute. "Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened." Semper Fidelis, Mike, the world and my world is a better place because you happened.

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Barbara LeBeau Young

March 30, 2024

Dear Margaret,
You are my cherished girlhood friend who I´ve known since we were just two years old. I remember you and Michael even from our high school days. Please accept my condolences on your loss and please cherish the memories you and your family have of Michael.
Love
Barbara LeBeau Young

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