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Thomas Goodrich Obituary
Thomas Goodrich of West Lafayette passed away on Tuesday; he was 68. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be missed by all. Known to his friends as Tom, he was an active member of Faith Presbyterian Church and enjoyed his time singing in the choir, whether anyone else enjoyed mattered not. Known to his children as Daddyman, he enjoyed woodworking, crafting gifts for his grandchildren, and playing peek-a-boo when time allowed. The son of Albert and the late Betty Goodrich, he was born March 17, 1945, in the Brooklyn Naval Yards, NY. He led a most interesting life, graduating from Purdue University in 1967 and receiving his JD from UCONN School of Law in 1972. Aiding in presidential politics in Connecticut in the sixties, as a lawyer in Florida in the 70's, making his way back to West Lafayette to work at Purdue in the 80's, all the while he continued his aspirations to be a writer and superhero. He was married to his best friend Carol Quick on May 30, 1970, with whom he made his family and amazed every day with his sense of humor, ability to take on a challenge and surprise her at any moment. He is survived by his wife, Carol of West Lafayette; his father, Albert of Southern Pines, NC; two brothers David (Gail) and Jim (Lyn), three children John, Elizabeth (Adam) and their children Noah and Penelope, and Kathryn (Andy) and their son Eli. He was taken too soon, but God needed him in Heaven to round out the choir. Memorial visitation will be Friday October 11, 2013 5PM-7PM at Faith Presbyterian Church. Memorial service Saturday at 11:00am at Faith Presbyterian Church 3318 State Rd. 26 W West Lafayette, IN 47906 officiating will be Rev. David Horner. In lieu of flowers family request memorial donation to Faith Presbyterian Church. You may sign the guest book and leave memories at www.soller-baker.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Goodrich
Felix Fandoh
October 13, 2020
Dr. Tom Goodrich was such a compassionate soul and he will always be remembered. When I came to Purdue University as an international student, Tom was the one who bought me a brand new winter jacket. My first Thanksgiving meal was in their house on a mini hill located in a very serene environment in the countryside of West Lafayette, In. He was a man of great sense of humour and would tell stories upon stories.
When Lydia and I got married and welcomed our daughter Valerie, Tom and Carol gifted us their cherished 2001 Chevy Blazer to alleviate our struggle with transportation especially when a baby is involved.
For me, Tom and Carol touch my life in so many ways and never will I forget their kind gestures. I remain grateful to them forever.
Thank you!
Larry Rothenberger
October 4, 2019
On stage, Tom would rewrite the words to more songs that he sang. Miss you pal.
Betty Aulick
February 8, 2014
I knew your father and husband when he attended IU in 1968 and I never forgot him! He once told me to turn to God when I turned to him, and I considered him one of the best men I ever knew.
Bill Crawford
January 28, 2014
Carol and family,
I am so sorry to read of Tom's passing. I read about it in the Florida Bar News just a few minutes a go. God bless you all. We shall see each other on the other side. Bill Crawford
Brian Wacnik
November 26, 2013
I am very sorry. Professor Goodrich helped me a lot. He inspired me and was wonderful teacher. I will always remember him, and he will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna & Dan Pusey
October 22, 2013
Carol,
So sorry to hear of Tom's passing.
Love and Prayers are with you and your family. Love
Vicki and Harold James
October 20, 2013
Carol, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts at this most difficult time.
Dena Pusey
October 20, 2013
Dear John and family,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Owen
October 16, 2013
Elizabeth and family, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brenda Rody
October 15, 2013
My heartfelt sympathy to the family.
Candie Andrews
October 14, 2013
Carol,
Our sympathy to you and your family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Jim and Candie Andrews
October 13, 2013
Tom's wisdom and great sense of humor lives on in his beautiful, bright and successful kids. He showed them how live and showed all of us what really matters. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Holly Thomas, Lafayette
Gordon Klockow
October 12, 2013
Dear Mrs. Goodrich and family,
Tom was a fellow glee clubber , fraternity brother, and good friend especially in times of need. I was glad to see him several Christmases ago with several other glee club fraternity brothers. His passing is a reminder of the precious gift of life. Every act he did was to the glory of his creator. He just didn't take the credit.
Jane Light
October 11, 2013
Dear Carol,
I am so saddened by your loss. Please know I will be praying for you and your family.
Robin Frye
October 11, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Jenny Witman
October 11, 2013
I just read Mr. Goodrich's obituary, it was so perfect to describe him and his sense of humor. I found the script to Mr. Goodrich's original play 'The Gazillionaire' which debuted to critical acclaim at Faith Church circa 1990. The performance by Jenny and Jessie as spinster aunts narrating drew laughter from the audience. Just one of many, many wonderful memories. Rob and I are praying for y'all. Love, Jenny
October 11, 2013
Mrs. Goodrich and family,
Praying for you all during this most difficult time. Emma always had such wonderful things to say about the days when Mr. Goodrich would come to class and help you teach. Words can not truly express how sorry we are that he is gone..but we do have faith and believe that he is with the Lord and leading the singing.
The Lottes Family
Nora Piedra
October 11, 2013
Prayers going out to the family sorry to hear about your loss . May God give you all the strength to carry on.
Taj and Adam El-Khalili
October 11, 2013
We love you, Mrs. Goodrich. We will never forget when Mr. Goodrich built a car ramp for our class so we can all have a car race and learn some really cool science. It was amazing. Mr. Goodrich was a great guy. Please know that you are in our thoughts now and forever.
Hugh & Mary Morris
October 11, 2013
Dearest Carol, John, Elizabeth, and Kathryn , We are so shocked and saddened to hear about my dear, sweet friend Tom. I wish we could be there to hug and cry and laugh with you. You will be in our hearts and prayers in these difficult days ahead. Trust God! He will comfort! I look forward to seeing Tom on the other side. You have our deepest simpathies, Hugh & Mary
John Bruington
October 11, 2013
FOR MY BUDDY "B.F" . Along with Jim and Dave, we sang together in the Purdue Glee Club back in the last 60's and BF sort of kept an eye on his little brothers and buddies. I always appreciated that. I remember when BF and Dave opened their own Law Firm in Florida and I sort of lost track since then. Ron Pettit - another Glee Clubber sent me word. You and yours are in my prayers, Buddy.
Bill McGaughey
October 11, 2013
Carol & Family
Finding the right words isn't easy. Even though time and distance has intervened, Tom and I always had a special connection. I'm so thankful we were able to reconnect this past year and can only hope reliving the old glee club recordings brought some joy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mike and Kim Pinto
October 11, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know we are there for you. ??
Amy Caryn (Warneka) Redford
October 11, 2013
Tom, it was a sincere pleasure to have had the amazing opportunity to work with you at Purdue on the Applied Leadership class for several years. In fact, I am honored to have had the chance to know you and adore you, like so many others. You touched my life and heart in so many ways, and I will miss you dearly. Rest, my Friend. You deserve your time, and I will be seeing you again (huns). All my blessings and prayers to the family.
Mike, Michelle and Emily Huff
October 11, 2013
Mrs. Goodrich and family...Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. We are so sorry for your loss.
Calvin Yoke
October 10, 2013
How I now wish I had acted on past thoughts and intentions of making contact with Tom after 46 years of not doing so since we sang together in the Glee Club at Purdue. I still remember how Al introduced him for a solo which seemed so publically accepted and enjoyed but maybe left better for those of us who remember. What an absolute delight it was to have shared those years and the stage with Tom. My sympathies and regards for your loss to those of you who spent the last 46 years with him.
Erin Rush
October 10, 2013
Mrs. Goodrich and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be praying for comfort, peace, and healing for all of you as you say good-bye to not only a man, but a husband, father, son, grandpa, and what it sounds like -- an all around awesome human being.
Felix & Lydia ***(Fandoh)
October 10, 2013
Dear Carol & family,
We are deeply saddened to learn the news of Dr. Thomas Goodrich passing.
Our heartfelt condolences, our prayers and thoughts are with you you and the entire family during these difficult times.
We pray the good Lord gives you the comfort that you need.
He understands the way you feel and knows the loss you face. No matter what you may go through, God cares and His love for you remains.
Kulsum Husain and family
October 10, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Rebekah Russin
October 10, 2013
What a blessing to leave such a legacy for his family. Aunt Carol, John, Elizabeth, Kathryn, my prayers are with you all.
Robin Clair
October 10, 2013
We will all miss Tom's smiling face and positive attitude. The hallways of the Brian Lamb School of Communication will not be the same.
Elizabeth Gates
October 10, 2013
I absolutely loved coming to class everyday knowing that each class was an adventure. He not only loved teaching, but you could just see and feel how much he loved his students. I loved getting to hear stories about your family and all the different experience while working as a lawyer. I am thinking about your family during this difficult time ahead and wish you peace as you move forward.
Spencer M
October 10, 2013
Goodrich family,
Dr. Goodrich was one of the most passionate teachers that I've ever had. He was inspiring. You could always tell that he really loved being in the classroom. I've only known him a few short weeks, but he seems like a great man. The obituary that was published seemed to perfectly capture his personality, as someone always able to light up the room with his energy. He was great at taking a complicated subject and making it easy to understand by relating it to the real life. I know that I speak for my entire class when I say that he will be greatly missed and that our lectures will not be the same without him. Lots of prayers your way during this time.
Best wishes,
Sara Yost
October 10, 2013
Dearest Mrs. Goodrich and Family - my love and prayers are with you and your family. He sounds like he was an awesome Man of God! What a rich blessing.
Sara Yost (Quen's Grandma)
Audrey
October 10, 2013
He was such a wonderful man and so full of life. I will miss him greatly. You are all in my prayers.
Larry Rothenberger
October 10, 2013
Tom was a great friend, glee club buddy and fraternity brother. I have many fond memories of the times we spent together. Even though many years have past, he will not be forgotten. Sing well for the Lord my friend
October 10, 2013
We send our love and pray for comfort for all the family. We look forward to having more time to spend with him in eternity. Bill and Mary K Colclasure
Jan Koehler
October 10, 2013
He finished with is earthly duties too soon. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
October 10, 2013
Lizzy,
To you and your family we send our love and sympathy. John and Connie Cline
Ashleigh Morris
October 10, 2013
Thinking of you and your family.
Don & Ben Flueckiger
October 9, 2013
Elizabeth,
A candle lights the path and brightens the way, just as your Dad has done for you, and your family.
With our love,
Laura, Bob, AJ and Maria Falk
October 9, 2013
Dearest Carol and family,
Our hearts are broken. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Julie and Jerry Swope
October 9, 2013
Dear Carol and family,
Please know that you have our deepest sympathies. May God surround you with His peace and love during this time. We are praying for you. Love, the Swopes
Bob & Suzie McDowell
October 9, 2013
Carol, please know that our heartfelt prayers and sympathy is with you and your family. Tom was one of the nicest person you could ever meet. Praying for strength, comfort and healing for you and your family
We are so sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many.
Jewell Sheldon
October 9, 2013
Our love and sympathy to you Carol, John, Elizabeth, and Kathryn. Tom was a fabulous Scoutmaster, friend and neighbor. May God hold you close to Him as you celebrate the love, laughter, and learning Tom so embodied. Our Love, Vic and Jewell
Dona Thomas
October 9, 2013
My heartfelt sympathies.
Dona Thomas
October 9, 2013
My most heartfelt sympathy for Carol and her loving family. May God bless you and wrap his loving arms closely at this most difficult time.
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