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Brian Goodman Obituary
Brian D. Goodman, of Neenah, age 54, passed away unexpectedly following a brain aneurysm. He was born May 24, 1959, in Appleton, WI, son of Leland and Jorraine (Kuehl) Goodman.
Brian married Peggy Tate on September 26, 1987. He retired from Kimberly-Clark after 35 years of employment. Brian was a great carpenter and mechanic. He proudly built his family's home and cabin with his kids on the Oconto River in Suring, WI. Brian also enjoyed building a go-kart with each of his sons and spent nearly a decade watching them race.
Brian had a quick wit about him and he was very personable with many friends.
Brian's family meant the world to him, and he was so proud of his wife and children. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Peggy; his four children: Jonathan, a PhD Chemical Engineering student at Iowa State University, Nicole, a Biology Graduate from UW-La Crosse and currently at UW-Oshkosh in the Accelerated Nursing Program, Lance, a senior Electrical Engineering student at the University of Minnesota, and Amber, who will be a senior at Neenah High School.
Brian is further survived by his parents, Leland and Jorraine Goodman; four brothers: Steve (Pati) Goodman, Rob (Cathy) Goodman, Kevin (Linda) Goodman, Tim (Linda) Goodman; his mother-in-law, Marjorie Tate; three sisters-in-law: Mary (Greg) Birling, Diane (Rob) Holewinski, Kathy (Mike) Hecker; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, May 27, 2014, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 809 S. Commercial St., Neenah, with Rev. Jon Gallatin officiating. The visitation will be held at the church from 4:00 PM until the hour of service. In lieu of flowers a memorial is being established in his name.
Westgor Funeral Home
205 W. Doty Ave.
Neenah 722-7151
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www.westgorfuneralhome.com
Dad, you were always our biggest fan! We love you and will miss you always. Your wife and children.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Goodman
May 31, 2014
We have kept your family in our thoughts and prayers this week and pray that God's tender mercies bring you comfort and hope. Pastor Catherine and Dr. William Mode
Randi and Bob Belot
May 28, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Brian was a very warm and generous man. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank and Jodi Nelc
May 28, 2014
We met Brian through a mutual friend who introduced him to us for mutual interests: his boys' long-run and very successful racing careers. Frank and Brian worked together on Jon, and then Lance's karts. The boys' first flags still wave above Frank's bench, and although the boys' racing careers ended, our friendship with the entire family only grew stronger. Brian became just like a brother to Frank (who only has sisters).
As I close my eyes, I can still envisage him smiling when I opened the door to any of his frequent stop-by's.
Some folks talk about sharing God's love; Brian did. He shined with the love of the Lord through his smile, kindness, caring and 'ever-present' offers to help out another.
Our hearts go out to Peggy, Jon, Lance, Nikki and Amber, with loving hugs and prayers for peace in your hearts. We will always keep you close in thought, and in our hearts.
One of the children said that he was always their biggest fan, and we couldn't agree more. Indeed, he was.
Without doubt, we're sure the Lord has welcomed Brian saying, "Well done, faithful servant. Well done."
God be with all of you.
Love and hugs, your friends, Frank and Jodi Nelc
Frank and Jodi Nelc
May 28, 2014
In memory of Brian Goodman and in prayer for him and his family. As we bid you farewell for a little while, may the Lord wrap his loving arms around Brian's wife and children, and welcome Brian to his forever home. Brian, we miss you, and will always miss your smile, friendship and visits.
Kim & Steve Bonneville
May 28, 2014
Peggy, and your whole family, We are so sad to hear about Brian. Although we only met a few times, when Kathy and Mike lived across from us, he was a very nice guy and nice to talk to. He will be missed. Take Care.
May 28, 2014
We'll miss seeing Brian at taco bell & having a nice visit with him. He was always so concerned about everyone. we'll miss you.
Dave Grable Family
May 27, 2014
Truly saddened by your loss. We will remember Brian with fondness and hope you find strength with each other.
lana cheslock pavlak
May 27, 2014
My deepest sympathy. May God comfort your family at this difficult time. Brian was a genuine person.
The Marx Family
May 27, 2014
To The Goodman Family:
Our family met Jackie and Lee and their five boys when we moved across the street from them on Bengal Rd. in 1966. We have such fond memories of the years we spent in Neenah and afterwards when we moved away. Through the years we have kept in touch with all of the Goodman's.
Jackie and Lee you should be commended on the wonderful job you did molding your sons into the fine men that they have become.
It is so hard to say goodbye to Brian, he was such a wonderful man who was taken away too soon from us. He may be gone from this world, but he will always be in the hearts and minds of the many people who loved him.
We pray that as the years go by, his family will hurt less and Brian will be remembered for the simple pleasures of life that he loved so much.
Our prayers are with all of you and may God Bless you and give you peace.
The Marx Family
Tom LaGiglio
May 27, 2014
Very sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathies to your entire family.
Tom LaGiglio
May 27, 2014
Very sorry for your families loss.
Jack Renshaw
May 27, 2014
Tim, I was very sorry to hear about your brother Brian. Sounds like he was a wonder husband, father, son, brother and friend to many. I'm very sorry for you and you families loss. Lori and my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family on this difficult day.
Katie Plante
May 27, 2014
Peggy & family,
I was so shocked when I was told about Brian. I first met Brian through my ex husband who works for KC & since that time we have lived down the street from you (I still do). You are in my thoughts & prayers during this very sad & difficult time.
Jeff Wichman
May 27, 2014
We will always have the great memories of our many hours together at the track. Our deepest sympathy to all. Jeff & Penny,Justin and Nathan Wichman
Harry Dorman
May 26, 2014
Peggy and family, my deepest condolences.
Chris Pam and Tyler Hillen
May 26, 2014
To the Goodman Family, Brian was a wonderful man, always proud of his children and good for a laugh when I would see him. He will be missed
Ann Young
May 26, 2014
Peggy, Amber, John, Nikki & Lance- Love, hugs and prayers to your beautiful loving family. We have been so blessed to know Brian. You all reflect his positive outlook and caring personality. God bless you and hold you close in the days to come. Love Dave, Ann, Brent, Michelle & Monica Young
Daniel Hopfensperger
May 26, 2014
I went to school with Brian, such a down to earth kid. R.I.P my friend.
Amy Hoeper
May 26, 2014
I will miss Brian, I finally had a chance to catch up with him at our class reunion. He was so very proud of his family. He had such a fantastic attitude about everything. He will be missed so much.
May 26, 2014
I had the good fortune of growing up with Steve, Rob, Brian and all the Goodman boys,playing flashlight tag, riding our bikes Fritse park, and some rather roudy tackle football games. It was a wonderful way to grow up, and it makes me proud to see the wonderful legacy Brian has left. Much as I can I share in your grief, at the same time trusting the peace that passes all understanding. God Bless you and your family Brian.
Steve Hanson
Kathy Depies
May 25, 2014
To the Goodman Family,
I was shocked to read about the passing of Brian. I just saw him at St. Mary's Church during a recent confirmation. I was a playground leader years ago at Fritse Park and that's when I met the Goodman Family. From time to time when I ran into him I would re-introduce myself and catch up on what he and his brothers were doing. His time on earth was much too short. My prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
kim koss (johnson)
May 25, 2014
I am deeply saddened to hear of Brian's passing. We grew up together and would always catch up when we ran into each other. my sympathies to the entire Goodman family
Tom Gritton
May 25, 2014
Rob & Cathy
Sorry to hear about your brother Rob. You guys are in my prayers.
Tom & Lori Gritton
Deb & Al Van Thiel
May 25, 2014
Our sympathy to each of you. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Patty Toepke
May 25, 2014
I was so sorry to hear about Brian's passing. We just saw him a month ago and had a nice visit, so I just never expected this to happen so soon. Know that our thoughts are with you from 1000 miles away. He was a wonderful cousin.
Jay Gottleib
May 25, 2014
So sorry to see this. Brian was a great guy who always stayed positive and constantly was so proud of his children in every conversation we had. My deepest condolences.
Barb Besch
May 25, 2014
Tim, I was so shocked and saddened to read of your brother's sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
sandie birling
May 25, 2014
Peggy and "kids----words cannot express my concern for you. Brian was always a bright spot in our gatherings with Greg, Mary and girls. My prayers are with you. Sandie Birling
Kathy (Johnson) Papenfus
May 24, 2014
I've known Brian since we were kids in the neighborhood and I worked with him at A&W. He was one of my favorite people. I will miss the conversations we had when we would run into each other out and about. RIP my friend.
Donna Winterfeldt
May 24, 2014
I know all to well that words will not help the pain you are feeling right now but knowing others are thinking about you and praying for you does bring some peace to the soul, so for now that is what I am praying for, some inner peace to get you through the days and weeks to come. Harry and Donna
Corrie Neumann
May 24, 2014
My sincere sympathies to Brian's family. All of my memories of Brian are from my childhood, he was always a kind hearted guy and always full of life. I wish I could have kept in contact with him all these years. You will be missed by a lot of great people. Thank you for being a part of my life. I am sure you touch many.
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