Donna R. Goodman

Donna R. Goodman

Donna Goodman Obituary

Visit the Christman's Funeral Home, Inc. - Lebanon website to view the full obituary.

Donna Ruth Goodman, 84, passed away on February 9, 2026 at Cedar Haven. She was born on April 16, 1941 in Essex, MD to the late William and Dorothy Swinesburg (Warner). 

She is survived by - sons Darrell and Randall Goodman; grandsons Derek and Bryant Goodman; granddaughters Chastity and Kelsey Goodman, Brooke Solesky (Justin), Tonya Smith (Jarrod); great grandsons Lucas, Kale, and Wyatt Smith; great granddaughters Lily Smith, Kelick Hower, and Dahlia Solesky; sisters Joyce Ceresini, Sylvia Hollinger, and Cheryl Williams; and nieces Bonnie Hower and Trudy Hollinger. Donna shared a special bond with nephews Jason and Brandon Williams and great nephews Luke, Jack, and Mark Williams, 

She was predeceased by son Michaell Goodman, brother-in-law Ronald L Williams, and nephew John Ceresini, Jr.

Donna was a caring LPN and RN during her career, working for various Nursing Agencies and doing Private Duty Nursing. She worked in several group homes caring for clients, as well. Donna enjoyed spending time with her family and her close friends. She had many feline friends in her lifetime and enjoyed collecting cat and Coca Cola memorabilia. She was an avid gardening enthusiast. Donna often said she was ready to be with God, whenever God was ready for her. 

Memorial services will be on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 11:00AM at Christman's Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 226 Cumberland Street, Lebanon. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to March of Dimes, Lebanon Humane Society, or a charity of your choice.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Christman's Funeral Home, Inc. - Lebanon

226 Cumberland Street, Lebanon, PA 17042

Make a Donation
in Donna Goodman's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

How to support Donna's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Donna Goodman's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more