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Eugene Goodman Obituary

Eugene F. Goodman

November 26, 2020

Eugene F. Goodman, 86, of Roanoke, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 26, 2020.

He was a devoted Christian and servant of the Lord.

Eugene is survived by his wife of 67 years, Reba Goodman; daughter, Vickie Spradlin (Steven); grandchildren, Shannon "Shannie Pooh" Spradlin, and Kyle and Korey Goodman; four great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and special daughter-in-law, Dawn Goodman.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Regina Goodman, and son, Kenneth Eugene Goodman.

Due to COVID-19, all services will be private. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.oakeys.com.

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

Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 28, 2020.

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Keith Yeargan

November 28, 2020

Reba and family-we are so sorry about Eugene. He fought hard and now is at peace. You all have been in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Keith and Mary Stuart Yeargan

Diana East Worrell

November 28, 2020

Vickie and family, I'm so sorry for your loss and you are all in my prayers.

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