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2017
David Goodman Obituary
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Gary Miller
October 27, 2023
Still, to this day, every time I see a picture of the pyramids my first thoughts are of David. I know your are resting in peace because you were a Good-Man!
Tiffani
August 4, 2021
I was watching a show & one of the characters reminded me of Dave. Him & his wife Mary were patients at the dentist office I worked at in Carmichael. They both were two of the finest people you could ever meet! We all use to enjoy Dave's stories or jokes he'd save for us.. But mostly the charm & eloquent way he told them. (Not to mention his style)
I didn't know of his passing since leaving the dental field in 2002, but I knew looking him up after all these years, didn't look favorable.. it saddened me to read of his passing.. What a beautiful man, he truly lived up to that last name for sure!
Sorry for your loss..
Gary Miller
February 20, 2021
Watching a history channel doc on the pyramids- thought of my old working buddy!
Gretchen Hagedorn
October 27, 2019
I miss you, Uncle Whats His Face!
I love you, and one day, I can give you a hug!
Love, Gretch the wretch
Mickey Shackelford
August 19, 2018
Words could never express how sad I was to learn of David's passing. I first met Dave through the Surveyors Historical Society. The next thing I knew we were together on a plane to Egypt for an adventure that forever changed my life. I got to see Dave a few times after that and will cherish every minute of the time that I got to spend with him on this earth. See ya soon my southern brother!
Kate Griffin
July 25, 2018
Dear Mary, I have been wondering about you and Dave, and actually just sent him an email. I instantly knew inwardly that he no longer in this physical arena. My sincere condolences, though this I. He was so loved by me and I am certain all those who knew him. How Blessed was he to have your sweetness in his life. Lots of love to you and your family, Kate (lemongrass).
Becky Jolly
July 8, 2018
David was an amazing person. I am so sorry for the family's loss. Mary you and your family will and have always been in my thoughts and prayers. Although I no longer attend the same church as you. You both left a lasting and memorable impression on my life. Love you!
Gretchen Hagedorn
June 23, 2018
I love you Uncle What's His Face!
Love, wretched
Debra Keller
December 21, 2017
Dave was a gentle, generous and often humorous man. Many fond memories of him and Mary at LCOR, incuding helping to host the annual pancake breakfasts. Fondly remember the time he told me they had brought the sausage for the breakfast all the way back from KY on their last trip home. I bought it hook, line and sinker and then later learned it was regular old Jimmy Dean's. He will be missed.
Cousin Jennifer Ward Chelone
November 12, 2017
My first memory.....all my memories are of this tall, voguish, very debonair yet humble man. Your wisdom, your smile, your laugh will be missed. I'm sorry the years came and went without as much correspondence. Please know that both of you were always and will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve Wilson
November 8, 2017
Dave was one that gave tirelessly to the Land Surveying profession, especially to the students. We worked together in the late '70s and early 80's in the Northern California Section of ACSM. Always very impressed with his knowledge, kindness, generosity and humility. He will be truly missed by those us us lucky enough to have known him.
Joannie Curtis
November 6, 2017
Cookie, the first thing I said was, "his name is Good-man, I love it" and it sounds like he was, indeed, a good-man. I am sorry for your loss. Sent with love and prayers for you and your family. Joannie
November 6, 2017
David had a special place in the hearts of his late Uncle Foster and Aunt Hetty Goodman.
s/Cousin Martha Goodman Dale,sons Rodney and Bruce and families.
John Barnes
November 3, 2017
His last name says it all. Godspeed Dave, from an old friend.
Tom Erwin
November 3, 2017
His distinctive way of pronouncing his name gave away his Southern roots to us Yankees, but it did portray the man he became to us: "Dave Good-Man". Whenever there were people going to Egypt I let them know the role an American was playing in the recording of the antiquities. There is no need in Hades for his skills but God must surely have an infinite unknown universe somewhere beyond the Restaurant At the End of the Universe needing to be recorded for Him. Good Bye, Good Man.
Vance Breshears
November 2, 2017
We have lost a unique friend, comrade, and fellow professional. We were truly blessed to have him in our lives.
Kurt Lehnhardt
November 2, 2017
I am a disciple of his survey point description writing style which was passed down to me from my Caltrans boss who learned it from Dave. I also had the pleasure of meeting and dining with him a few times over the years at CLSA functions. He was very pleasant, very interesting and super smart.RIP
November 2, 2017
Mere words cannot convey my current emotional feelings about my old friend. A huge loss in our lives.
Matthew Scott
November 2, 2017
For Dave's family; we, in the Land Surveying community, have always appreciated Dave and his passion for our 'calling'. Our thoughts & prayers are with you now during this time of loss. Psalm 16, the Surveyor's Psalm.
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