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Mr. Gooden was a graduate of Brown University and Rhode Island College, where he earned his teaching certificate. He served as an educator in the Providence School System. He proudly served in the Army Air Corps during WWII and was a Korean War Veteran. Mr. Gooden was an alcoholism counselor with Talbot House, Edgehill of Newport, High Point Treatment Center, and the Providence Center. He was a Spiritual Counselor and received his certification from Our Lady of Peace Retreat Center. Mr. Gooden was a member of the RI Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors, a friend of 'Bill W', a volunteer at the North Kingstown Senior Center, and a communicant of St. Bernard Parish.
Mr. Gooden leaves three sisters, Eleanor A. Ouimette of Warwick, Dorothy A. Aldrin of Chapel Hill, NC, and Elizabeth A. D'Amico of North Kingstown. He was the brother of the late James F. Gooden and Evelyn C. Morgan and cherished uncle to his nieces and nephews.
His funeral will be held Friday at 8:45 am from THE CRANSTON-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME of WICKFORD, 140 West Main Street, Wickford Village, North Kingstown. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am in St. Bernard Church, 275 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown. Burial will be private. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory to San Miguel School, 12 Carter Street, Providence, RI 02907 will be appreciated. www.murphyfuneralhomes.org
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Memories and Condolences
for DANIEL GOODEN
September 24, 2009
I knew Danny years ago when we both were members of the Olneyville Boys' Club and practiced together as well as attended swim meets all over RI and New England. I had not seen Danny for years and we reconnected about twenty years ago at Our Lady of Peace Retreat Center in Narragansett. From then on we attended many spiritual meetings and retreats together. Danny was always filled with insight into others problems and always had the most comforting and uplifting words when one needed a friend. He was of great help to me when my husband died several years ago, I have no words at this time that would seem adequate except,"I'm sorry and that I am certain that Danny now rests in the arms of Jesus and Mary." I hope that the warm and loving memories that you have of Danny will help you to get through this terrible time of heavy grief and that you are able to be thankful for the wonderful years that you were able to enjoy with one another. Sincerely and with a heavy heart, Margaret Riley, West Kingston RI
Anna Adams
September 17, 2009
Dan and I worked together at Talbot House when I first moved to RI in 1978 and somehow never lost touch over the years. He was a special person, kind, generous, funny. The world is a smaller place with his passing.
Mari Dias
September 17, 2009
Dan was a wonderful addition to our "Acting Up, Acting Out" senior drama program. As the narrator in our musical review and our precious Willaby in "Ladies at Poker", we treasured every minute we had with Dan. I had purchased a book for my dad-unfortunately he passed before I gave it to him. Instead I gave it to Dan. His upbeat attitude, his love of cats, the arts and music...I will miss him terribly and I am confident that our group shares my sentiments.
A good soul, a vibrant soul, a man for all seasons.
We love you Dan.
Mari Dias, Director, NK Senior Drama Progam
Beth C-R
September 16, 2009
At various times in the 20 plus years I knew Dan he touch my heart, mind, and spirit. He assisted me in coming into harmony with others through his kind and gentle ways and lead by example in that regard. On a retreat at OLP with Fr. Daniel Barrigan Dan helped me bridge a wide chasm with another human and see how much alike we really were, how much we shared in common. Dan changed my life time and time again by suggesting possibilities which had not been in my nature to entertain. He never insisted but suggested. I always remained free to make my own errors. He had a deep and abiding love and understanding of the goodness at the heart of most people. He taught me to seek that out in people. I will be forever grateful for his love and guidance and will miss him.
catherine aka kate baker
September 15, 2009
dan gooden was a part of my extended family. i was fortunate to socialize with him on numerous occasions. he was never anything less than a fine gentleman and gracious human being. he could easily inspire one to try to be a better self; and this done without any noted effort on his part. he was always genuine. i will miss him.
September 15, 2009
Uncle Dan...one of the kindest and wisest people I have ever known. We shared frequent phone conversations when I was experiencing a particularly difficult time, and his clear insight always left me feeling as if some of the burden had been lifted. He left this earth a far better place for having been born.
My love,
Marilyn, Warwick, RI
George Wasrch
September 15, 2009
Dan is a fellow Rhode Island Prime Timer. I will miss seeing him at our meetings and functions. My prayers are with him and his family.
Ron D'Amico
September 15, 2009
one of Uncle Dan's favorite passages..
ANYWAY
People are unreasonable, illogical, and self-centered.
Love them anyway.
If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish ulterior motives.
Be kind anyway.
If you are successful, you will win some false friends and true enemies.
Be successful anyway.
The good you do today may be forgotten tomorrow.
Be good anyway.
Honesty and frankness will make you vulnerable.
Be honest and frank anyway.
What you spend years building may be destroyed overnight.
Build anyway.
People need help but will attack you if you help them.
Help them anyway.
In the final analysis, it is between you and God. It was never between you and them anyway!
marnie hubert
September 15, 2009
As relatives of Jerry's, we got to enjoy holidays together, great conversations, and lots of laughs. Dan will be sorely missed. Condolences to all his family members.
Br. Ron Francis Crepeau-Cross MGC
September 15, 2009
Dear Jerry and Gooden famly,
Sincere condolences on Dan's passing. May he enjoy eternal life with Our Lord and may you all be consoled.
We trust in the Mercy of God forever!
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