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1946
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2023
George Goode Obituary
EDWARDSVILLE — George J. Goode, Jr., 76, of Edwardsville, passed into eternal rest March 1, 2023, after a brief illness.
He was the son of the late George Goode, Sr. and Lillian Antoinette (Oberst) Goode. George was born on Dec. 3, 1946, in Edwardsville, where he lived his entire life. He graduated from Edwardsville High School in 1964. He received a Bachelor's Degree from Kings College in 1968, and was proud to obtain several Master's Degrees from UCLA.
After graduating from Kings College, he taught at Meyers High School in Wilkes-Barre for over 35 years. He was a caring teacher, mentor and friend to his students and other faculty members, who became his close and trusted friends. He established the Spanish club at Meyers, and traveled to many Spanish speaking countries with various clubs and groups.
After his Dad passed away in 1976, he devoted his life to caring for his mother and coaching football, first at Meyers and then at GAR. He was an avid weightlifter, and was a regularly active runner.
George always gave freely of his time both as a coach and to help friends and family, he expected nothing in return. Even as a teenager he could always be depended on to help at his grandparents house with yard work and projects. He volunteered as a coach, and refused any pay. George had an enthusiastic sense of humor, was a great storyteller, and enjoyed a good ruse. While he enjoyed coaching at GAR, he always felt Meyers was his home and loved his students there.
George was deeply religious and generous, especially to his church, and could often be found helping prepare thousands of pierogies and halushki as fund raisers for both St. Anthony Parish, and then St. John the Baptist Parish in Larksville, to support programs at the church.
Once he retired from teaching, he found his niche attending daily Mass or the Rosary at Misericordia, and helping with the charity "Dinners for Kids," as a driver to deliver meals to disadvantaged children several times a week. He attended high school basketball and football games, and loved to go to Yankees games both in New York and locally at the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders.
He is survived by his cousins: Antoinette, Sylvia, Janet, Janice, Terry; their families, and many close friends.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 11, with a visitation for family and friends at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, 125 Nesbitt St, Larksville, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated by the Rev. Gerald Gurka at 11:30 a.m. Interment will be at St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Cemetery, Edwardsville.
In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of George can be made to "Dinners for Kids" at Dinnersforkids.org, or "Dinners for Kids," 84 S. Wyoming Ave., Edwardsville, PA 18704, 570-262-7839.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Goode
Raghib Ismail
August 24, 2023
Saying Mr Goode's name brings a smile to my face although I am sad that he has passed on, I am Thankful for having been a part of his universe during my MHS days and having him for homeroom during my senior year!
Thank you for shining your Light Mr Goode and may those who love you forever be blessed when they think of your name
Grace and Peace
Raghib (Rocket) Ismail
MHS '88
Chris deaven
July 5, 2023
Great teacher always funny and helpful. Will always remember Goldstein's deli in 1998 .
Jill Simon
March 12, 2023
So sad to hear the news. Mr. Goode was always one of my favorite teachers at Meyers. Thanks for the memories. Rest in peace.
Patricia Wasilius Tanner Class of 1974 E. L. Meyeres.
March 12, 2023
I remember Mr. Goode. I didn't take Spanish. I remember he was one of the younger teachers at Meyers H.S. and very good looking. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Joanne Lacey, class of 1976.
March 10, 2023
Mr. Goode was the finest example of an educator, friend, and faithful man.
He touched the lives of generations of students in an inspirational and positive way. He will be missed, never forgotten. My condolences to Terri.
Tara Hughes
March 10, 2023
So many memories of my mom and I sharing stories of having the same teacher I´ll always remember him for the smirk he gave everytime he yelled ,"Waters,get to class!"
Thanks for the memories
Tara Class of `93
Maura
March 10, 2023
I am so sorry for Mr.Goode's family's loss. He was a wonderful person. He was my Spanish teacher at Meyers. He was always standing out in the hall, waiting for us all to get in and start speaking Spanish! I would always walk toward him, calling him "Mr. Bueno," and he would laugh. He was always smiling. I don't think he had a mean bone in his body. Rest well, mi amigo
Erin Riley-Tillman class of '88
March 9, 2023
Mr. Goode was a kind and caring man, and his enthusiasm for teaching made Spanish class fun. My condolences to his family and friends, as I know he will be greatly missed. He was my Spanish teacher for three years and my homeroom teacher Sr. year, so I have lots of fond memories of room 309, and of Mr. Goode holding court in the hallway at MHS in between classes. He made this world a better place, we were lucky to know him.
Linda Goss Kozic and Dr Jerry Goss
March 9, 2023
Class of 1974, and so many of my great memories from high school included George Goode. I had him for 4 years Spanish and no one could ask for a better educator, coach, personal cheerleader and friend. He genuinely loved his students as extended family. Attended even personal events for his students and always kept in touch through the tears. A devout man who lived his life as a role model. Changed lives his entire life and was always a very humble man. My brother, Dr Jerry W Goss (class of 1976) and I will miss him immensely. Thank you for being such an amazing mentor.
Melanie Simmonette
March 9, 2023
Mr. Goode was my favorite teacher in high school. I´ll never forget Spanish class or our field trips to Chi Chi´s when it was still open. My deepest condolences to his family.
Cheryl Stoffel Class of `83
March 8, 2023
Mr. Goode was an amazing teacher! He fostered my love for language and taught me so much. He was always smiling and funny. His is a great loss.
My thoughts and prayers go to his family and loved ones.
Leila Moses Dowdall
March 8, 2023
Mr. Goode, was an incredible teacher & person. So fun & always greeted everyone entering his class or just passing by. Condolences to all who loved him. May his memory be eternal.
Kristen (Emery)-Zigmont Class 93'
March 8, 2023
Mr. Goode was an amazing and well respected teacher. His smile was infectious. Deepest Sympathy goes out to his family during this difficult time. He will be missed.
Sherri
March 8, 2023
To Our Dearest George. The Best of the Best. Your Kindness, Teaching, Friendship, Laughter & Love has always been your Strength. Which has left us all with wonderful memories of how you touched our life. Thanks for the Memories !!! George may you Always "Rest in Peace". You will be greatly missed & always remembered. Love you, My Dear Friend, Sherri Baum-LaNunziata.
Jacki Cromack Marko
March 8, 2023
Mr. Goode was my Spanish II teacher. He made both listening to and speaking the language a joy. (I only wish I had paid more attention, since now I work as a nurse caring for a mostly Hispanic work force!) Thank you Mr. Goode for being an amazing teacher and also for being an all around good and decent human being. May you rest in heavenly peace.
March 8, 2023
I am so sad to hear of Mr. Goode's passing. He was such a great teacher: so sharp and funny with his students. It was obvious how much he loved being a teacher. He lived a kind and generous life devoted to others. My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.
Susan Payne, Class of 1983
Mary Krolewski
March 8, 2023
God bless you, Mr. Goode.
Nancy (Dalon) Guarnieri
March 8, 2023
What a sad day to read this news about Mr. Goode. I was so fortunate to be a student in his Spanish classes. I have fond memories of him standing out on front of room 309 at Meyers High School. He was always in such a happy upbeat mood and one of my favorite teachers. I felt so proud to come back to Myers one day after college and tell him that I was also a teacher. The last time I saw him was for our 20th year reunion, class of '86. We met at the school with our families and children to get a tour of Meyers and reminisce about the good old days! Even after 20 years he remembered all of our names and some of the funny things that happened when we were in high school. Prayers for his family and Friends in the Edwardsville Wilkes-Barre area.
Elizabeth Royal
March 8, 2023
Though I never had Mr. Goode as a teacher, he was well loved by my older siblings who had him for Spanish at MHS, as well as our whole family, who thought the world of him. As a student at MHS, I worked with Mr. Goode on various school events and activities. He was class act, upbeat and kind, a gentleman, and cared deeply about all of his own students - and students in general at MHS. He enjoyed sharing his love of Spanish, linguistics, and appreciation for travel and experiencing other cultures. He was also a man of deep faith and took a genuine interest in helping others, whenever possible.
Thank you for being the wonderful human being that you were and for your positive impact on so many, in this life!
Cheryl Kaufman
March 8, 2023
So deeeply sorry to see this sad news. Though I have not seen Mr. Goode in over 30 years often things will remind me of him as he had immense impact. So many vivid memories of his class, humor and ability to be relatable. May his memory forever be a blessing, rest in peace.
Holly Krommes Meyers Class of 98
March 8, 2023
Mr. Goode was a great teacher!! He was always patient with his students.
Rest in Peace Mr. Goode
Keith Louis Konecke
March 8, 2023
Nice man and a good caring coach
Kevin J ODonnell
March 8, 2023
Mr Goode was a truly remarkable man. He was a passionate educator. He was respected by his students as well as his peers. He made the world a kinder place.
Ed and Christine Gittens
March 8, 2023
We were neighbors of George for over 10 years. He was a kind and generous man, and always friendly. So sorry to hear of his passing. God bless.
Kathryn Kosar
March 8, 2023
50 years have passed but the trip we took to Spain with Mr.Goode is a forever memory. I was amazed at his energy and dedication. I hope he had a great life....he was a wonderful teacher.
Paul e Middleton
March 8, 2023
Great guy. Great teacher. He was one of the reasons I have studied Spanish my whole life. I saw Mr Goode last summer, and told him he was one of my favorite teachers(in Spanish of course).
Amanda hudak
March 7, 2023
Mr Goode kept in touch throughout the years since high school and was truly the kindest soul.. I´ll never forget the time he took me and my sister to a yankee game and we missed the bus we still laugh about it, the kind of guy who would do anything for anyone ... my condolences to his fam he will be missed
Heather Smith Szeliga
March 7, 2023
I live down the street from George for 14 years and he was the best neighbor anyone could ask for. He was always so thoughtful and generous he would always stop to say hi. May God bless him and his family.
Katie & Gino Mercadante
March 7, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the loss of Mr. Goode. Our prayers go out to the whole family
Lisa Conlon Sliker
March 7, 2023
What a wonderful man he was!
Michael khalife
March 7, 2023
Very sad to hear of George's passing. He was a true gentleman and will be missed.
Michael Khalife
Deborah A Pride
March 7, 2023
Rest in peace Mr Goode
Steve Hydock
March 7, 2023
I grew up with George. He always had a nick name for everyone of his friends. Plus you would see George on the corner by Sapol's store every day around 3pm. You see he delivered papers. If I remember George's nick name was guppy. He sure was a nice guy. I admired George. It is sad to see him gone. No one can take his place. RIP George.
Steve and Barb Hydock
Linda Gruner
March 7, 2023
What a wonderful colleague. George I remember all the times we prayed together. What a wonderful person
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