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Ronald Goodwyn Obituary
Resident of Elk Grove, CA
April 7, 1929 - Oct. 10, 2010
Ron passed away peacefully at his daughter's home in San Jose. He was born in Oakland, Ca. He joined the Merchant Marines at 16 years old; he later enlisted in the Army. He was in World War II, the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He served for 18 years active duty and 5 years at Mare Island. He is survived by his loving wife Marjorie Goodwyn of 53 years and his children, Michelle Stern, Deanna Williams, Donna Dowdy, and Doran Goodwyn. He had 13 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Nadine Elledge, Bobbe Pfau, Patti Pridmore and Janine Silva. Also survived by 6 nieces, 5 nephews and many cousins.
Family and friends are invited to attend Memorial Service on Friday, November 12, 2010 at 1:30pm at Oak Hill Funeral Home's Chapel of the Oaks, 300 Curtner Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125 and Celebration of Ron's Life will be held at Santa Palmia, 150 Palm Valley Blvd., San Jose, CA 95123.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Goodwyn
the Good Ole Days.
November 10, 2010
November 9, 2010
Uncle Ron was always around for everything. He loved coming to all our family events. He always had a story to tell, just like nanny. His quick come backs always made me laugh. He will be missed by so many but now he's in heaven with nanny and all his aunts and uncles.
You will ALways be in my Hart!
Sonja McClelland
November 9, 2010
Sonja McClelland
November 9, 2010
I know we are all feeling a little bit sad,
That we've lost our Grandpa, our friend and our dad
Together we have cried an ocean of tears
As we feel so empty and hold many fears
But Grandpa would want us to know he's in a good place
And that he watching us all with a smile on his face
As we have made him so proud, as proud as can be
That he has raised such a beautiful and special family
Thinking back now I really must say
I feel lucky and privileged to have known Grandpa to this day
For in my life, you have played a special part
The memories I will treasure and keep close to my heart
For me I am glad my little babies he got to meet
And for all of us, be grateful, his life is now complete
To each one of us he has loved and cared
And a family, be thankful for the good times we shared
Although he has gone we will always be together
And his spirit will live on each one of us forever
When you look to the sky, look for the brightest star
As that will be Grandpa looking down on us from afar
And now I would like to thank the good Lord above
For blessing us with our Grandpa with his kindness and love
Dear God, if it is not too much fuss
Take extra special care of our Grandpa as he is very dear to us
Grandpa if you are listening say a prayer for us every day
Be sure to protect us and guide us on our way
We know when God called you, you had to go
But we want you to know
Grandpa we miss you and love you so
Love your Granddaughter,
We Love you dearly and Miss you deeply!
Sonja, Scott, Skyler & Stormie McClelland
November 9, 2010
Stormie McClelland
November 8, 2010
Grandpa Goody, you were so wonderful to be around. You always had the most interesting stories. I loved coming to visit you and Grandma Goody earlier this year. I know you are enjoying heaven, I love you so much.
Your Great Granddaughter,
Stormie
November 7, 2010
My brother will be missed greatly by many people. He was the Armstrong Family patriarch and loved by all. We love you Ron and know you have joined the rest of our family who went before you.
Your baby sister, Janine
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