Charles Marion Goodwin

Charles Marion Goodwin obituary

Charles Marion Goodwin

Charles Goodwin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cochran Funeral Home - Livingston on Oct. 25, 2025.

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Charles Marion Goodwin, 89, of Livingston, Texas was born August 7, 1936 and passed away October 20, 2025 in The Woodlands, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cliff Goodwin and Mittie Johnson Goodwin; wife, Carol Goodwin; and sisters, Charlotte, Ruby and Louise.

Charles is survived by his sons, Samuel Goodwin and wife Valerie, Charles Goodwin, and Ronny Goodwin, all of Livingston, Texas; as well as numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

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