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James Goodwin Obituary
SHREWSBURY - James W. "Jim" Goodwin, a longtime Shrewsbury resident, died peacefully on Saturday, April 27, 2019 with his family at his side. He was the husband of Sandra (Battaglia) Goodwin.
Born in Boston, son of the late Harold J. and Mary E. (Dillon) Goodwin, Jim was raised and educated in Framingham, graduating from Framingham High School in 1959.
In addition to his wife Sandra, with whom he enjoyed 55 wonderful years in marriage, Jim is survived by his beloved children Michael J. Goodwin and his wife Heather of Linwood, Kenneth W. Goodwin and his wife Megan of West Boylston, Christopher W. Goodwin and his wife Patricia of Worcester, Michelle Goodwin of Oxford; grandchildren Courtney, Angela, and Cameron Goodwin of whom he was so proud; brother Harold Goodwin and his wife Carol of Shrewsbury; as well as several nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his dog Bonnie who was his dear companion and sidekick.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Jim's family on Thursday, May 2, 2019 between the hours of 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM at the BRITTON-SHREWSBURY FUNERAL HOME, 648 Main Street, Shrewsbury. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Friday at St. Mary's Church, 640 Main Street, Shrewsbury followed by burial in Mountain View Cemetery, Shrewsbury. In lieu of flowers donations in Jim's memory may be made to the Sterling Animal Shelter, 17 Laurelwood Road, Sterling, MA 01564. To view his complete obituary or leave a message of condolence please visit www.brittonfuneralhomes.com
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Jacquelyn Lavoie
April 22, 2023
Hi! We will always remember Jim in our prayers. He was a wonderful, caring guy. Love, Jackie, George and Jeff Lavoie
Phil Hanson
April 22, 2021
Hard to believe its been almost a year, Jim you would be digging on Tom Brady he pulled off a Super Bowl win with the Bucs!! Hope you got to see it up in Heaven!!
RIP Jim, miss ya and miss talking to you.
Jacquelyn Lavoie
April 22, 2020
To Jim's Family
We will miss his smile and sense of humor. Also, fun at the casino. God Bless all the family.
Jackie, George, Jeff Lavoie & Michelle Monfils
May 5, 2019
To Jim's family,
We were so sorry to hear of Jim's passing as we just returned from vacation. He will surely be missed by many. He always thought to include us in any club cruizes.
Rome & Pat Desrosiers
A good friend we will miss
Don and Lynn Woods
May 3, 2019
Maria Hamilton
May 2, 2019
Sandy and family, I'm so very sorry for your loss Jim was a very kind and gentle man with a heart of gold always willing to give a helping hand I will miss you trying to talk to me in Italian the most,he will definitely be missed,by all.Rest In Peace my friend Maria Hamilton.
Kathy MacIntyre
May 2, 2019
Sandy and family,
I am at a loss for words. My deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers.
Jim Hamilton
May 2, 2019
You were not only a friend you were a Brother to me. You left a hole in my heart. I know how religious you were I know your fixing someone's computer in heaven ! I noticed the Red Sox stared to win since you've been gone you probably fixed that to. May you Rest In Peace but you'd say I got no time to rest ! God Bless You and Your Family.
New Way Hambergers. A Wichita tradition.
Brent, Traci, Zach and Cass Hardin
May 1, 2019
My heart is broken Sandy. I'm so sorry you lost Jim. He was a good person. A giving man. A funny dude! I was blessed to know him and to be his friend. Jim made me a better person and he will live in my heart forever.
My family and I are praying daily for you, the girls and your family. We love you all dearly.
At Goody's 50th birthday party
Michael Yacino
May 1, 2019
Laura Shepherd
April 30, 2019
I am sorry to hear about Jim. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends. We shared a passion for car shows, I always looked forward to running into him. What a great man.
Kristina O'Connell
April 30, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss . James was a funny man . He was a very kind man. He was always joking with me when I went over to his house with his daughter Michelle. Again I'm soo sorry for your loss Kristina.
Jim Hutt
April 30, 2019
So sorry for everyone's loss. I spent a lot of time with the Goodwin family growing up and Jim was a great man. He will truly be missed. Our condolences, Jim and Kim Hutt
NORINE AMARAL
April 30, 2019
To Sandy and family
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts.
Scott and Norine Amaral
April 30, 2019
To Sandy and all your family; I'm very
sorry for your loss. Jim was a great guy
and you have decades of memories of him.
Tony Casazza
George & Jackie Lavoie
April 30, 2019
Jim was a nice friend to our family . We enjoyed the casino visits to Twin River. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you and the family.
EVelyn Baroni
April 30, 2019
Dear Sandy so sorry to learn of Jim's passing. He was a great guy and will be missed by many. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
April 30, 2019
Dear Sandy and Family....we were so sad to hear of Jim's sudden passing. Our thoughts, prayers and positive energy are with you all. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Love, John and Terri Lemery
Luann Baker
April 29, 2019
So sorry for your loss prayers go out to the family rest in peace
Michellr Goodwin
April 29, 2019
Dad i love you you have helped out with everything ill be ok rest in peace love yoir little girl Michele
Fran and Libby Rutigliano
April 29, 2019
I am. So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a good friend helping me to learn the Real Estate business as well as having good times at the K of C. May he rest in peace.
Phil, Norma, Stephie Hanson
April 29, 2019
Jim, a dear friend indeed, and a one of a kind person!
So saddened to hear the news of your passing
Rest in peace dear friend and cruise with your hammer down and "409" cranked up!!
Gary Librandi
April 29, 2019
Sandra so sorry for your loss. Jim was a great guy enjoyed taking my real estate classes with him. He will be missed, my prayers arewith you and your family!
Betty-Jo Duquette
April 29, 2019
Heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you, Michael, and to your whole family. Always here for you, my dear friend.
Joelle Boulanger Violette
April 29, 2019
Michael & Family,
So sorry to learn of your dads' passing. I will keep you all in my thoughts & prayers... such a painful & difficult time. May the beautiful memories carry you through your grief.
Bill Tkachuk
April 29, 2019
Bill Tkachuk
April 29, 2019
Bill Tkachuk
April 29, 2019
Paula J
April 29, 2019
Michael J, so very sorry to hear about your dad. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
JACK Lynch
April 29, 2019
GOODWIN FAMILY,,
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JIM..AS SOME OF YOU KNOW , WE WORKED TOGETHER AT HONEYWELL MANY YEARS AGO. HE STARTED THE FIRST HONEYWELL SOFTBALL TEAM AND WAS QUITE GOOD TO.
I'M A BETTER PERSON FOR MEETING THIS MAN,,,,MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND I'LL KEEP HIM IN MY PRAYERS.
April 28, 2019
My condolences, thoughts and prayers to the Goodwin Family. Jim was well loved throughout the Chevelle and El Camino community in the Northeast and beyond. We promise to preserve and grow the New England Chevelle and El Camino Association Jim started in 1990. We know how proud Jim was of his Chevelle and his Club.
Rest in Peace my Friend and Chevelle on . . .
Gary, Brenda and Rachel Emmonds
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