Philip L. Goodwin

Philip L. Goodwin obituary, Bourne, MA

Philip L. Goodwin

Philip Goodwin Obituary

Visit the Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Yarmouth website to view the full obituary.
Philip L. Goodwin, of South Yarmouth, passed away on October 4, 2025, at Cape Cod Hospital.

He was born on May 27, 1945, in Milo, Maine. Philip was an avid golfer and loved all New England sports.

He is survived by his wife Kathleen (O'Malley) Goodwin, his son Philip ("PJ"), and his grandsons Daniel and Ryan. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and close friends. He is predeceased by his first wife Janice, his son Paul, and his parents Harold and Althea.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 1, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm, at Chapman Funerals & Cremations in South Yarmouth. A graveside service with Military Honors will be held on Monday, November 3, 11:30am, at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Philip's memory to a Veterans organization of your choice.

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

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