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Bob GOODNIGHT Obituary

GOODNIGHT, Bob, On April 4, 2017 Sgt. Bob Goodnight went to a better place. A Tucsonan for 58 years, Bob worked as a Sgt. on the T.P.D. and was then Chief of Police for the Tohono O'Odham Nation. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Peggy; his daughter, Kathy; two sons, Bob and Eric; granddaughter, Christina; grandson, Thomas; great-grandson, Jasper and two brothers, Donald and Lynn. At his request there will be no services.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Apr. 26, 2017.

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Doreen Manuel

April 30, 2017

God bless you, Chief Goodnight, your dedication to "protect and serve" on Tohono O'odham land was truly appreciated. May you continue to protect and serve our God in heaven.

jewell Fuller-Illig

April 27, 2017

Another of the really good guys gone from
us. Rest in Peace dear Bob. Much sympathy to Peg and the family

April 27, 2017

I remember this name as Chief Goodnight of the Tohono O'odham Nation. Thank you Mrs. Goodnight and your family for allowing Chief Goodnight to be a part of our community.

April 26, 2017

Rip uncle Bob.

Mike Guarino

April 26, 2017

I send my deepest condolences.
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

April 26, 2017

I am so sorry for your great loss. It is always so very hard to lose a loved one in death. God understands your loss and is near to all those calling on him in prayer. May you look to God for comfort to endure during this most difficult time. (Psalms 145:18) Your family and friends have my deepest condolences.

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