Chris Goodwin

Chris “Cutter” Goodwin, 57, of Cedar Island, passed away on August 20, 2024.

Known as the "Crab King," Cutter dedicated his life to the water as a commercial fisherman, where his relentless work ethic was as vast as the ocean he cherished. Cutter also worked with Norfolk Dredging Company “Essex” and other companies on and off for 15-20 years.

Cutter was a vibrant soul who found joy in the simplicity of life. His love for singing, dancing, and cooking was only surpassed by the time he cherished with his friends and family. Above all, his son Jackson was the center of his universe, embodying the love and passion Cutter brought into the world.

His legacy as a hard worker who died doing what he loved will continue to inspire those who knew him. Cutter’s life, marked by dedication and joy, will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his loved ones and the community of Cedar Island.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the Cedar Island Methodist Church with Pastor Nelson Koonce officiating. Burial will follow at Cedar Island Community Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday at the church. A recording of Cutter's service will be posted after his funeral at Noefs.net. 

He is survived by his son, Jackson Wells Goodwin of Gloucester; stepmother, Kathy Goodwin of Atlantic; uncle, Charles Forrest Goodwin and wife Carolene of Newport; uncle, John Farron Goodwin of Kinston; two nieces, Taryn Shepherd of Atlantic; Patience Willis of Atlantic; and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Perry Goodwin Jr and his mother, Linda Styron Goodwin; sister, Amy Goodwin Willis and his great nephew, Daily Shepherd.

Condolences and life tributes may be sent to the family at www.noefs.net.

Arrangements by Noe Funeral Service, Inc. of Beaufort, NC.