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Michael Goodwin Obituary
GOODWIN, Michael Richard passed away on April 16, 2015 after a long illness of mesothelioma.
He is survived by his loyal companion who loved him unconditionally, Jack Goodwin, wife Sandra Goodwin, step-children, Gregory Cain and Tiffany Goodwin, three granddaughters, Caitlin, Abbie and Kacie Sargent, brothers Regan Goodwin and Kevin Goodwin, sister Rory Lachica, nieces and nephews Michael Barker, Celestina Festa, Dax Lachica, Sadie Goodwin and Maggie Goodwin, goddaughters Kimmy and Sydney Michel, step-mother Janet Goodwin, step brother Craig Hoffman and step sister Candace Hoffman.
Michael was born in Bakersfield, CA and will be returned to his birthplace at the Bakersfield National Veteran's Cemetery with services pending. His career began serving his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War era. He returned home and pursued a career as a barber that extended over a 20-year period in the Santa Clarita Valley. He then became a cement mixer driver when we relocated to Ventura County.
His final job was a rock & sand truck driver. He had never been sick a day in his life until he contracted mesothelioma in around the month of February 2014. I want to thank Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurses Hospice Care for making his and my last few weeks comfortable. He went peacefully.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Goodwin
steve saltee
May 4, 2015
Good bye to an old friend. God Bless
Pat and Jane Flowers
April 25, 2015
So sorry for your loss. We know that Michael is no longer in pain and in a good place.
Dan Kane
April 25, 2015
Tennis ball in hand with Jack staring in anticipation for the throw from Mike. That is how I will remember Mike, playful and never quitting even when the going got rough. He never quit living. Sandy, you were his earth angel. God just wanted him more. My condolences to Mike's entire family. He will be missed, but not forgotten.
April 25, 2015
TIMOTHY MICHAEL
we will see you soon enough, Michael
Timothy Michael Smith
April 25, 2015
Michael, May God Hold You And Keep You Warm.
April 25, 2015
..Michael, May God Hold You ......................And Keep You Warm..
Wendy Cronin
April 25, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear about this. RIP , love to the family.
Diane Mclaughlin
April 25, 2015
Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs.
Dena
April 24, 2015
Much love to the both of you, Sandy and Tiff...you ladies were so strong and wonderful for Michael this past year.
Rory Goodwin-Lachica
April 24, 2015
Rest in peace my big brother, you were my first love, first friend, first brother my love for you has always been a constant. Always and Forever Your sister....Roar
Ralph & Karen Herrera
April 24, 2015
May you rest in peace Michael, your in good company with all the Angels.
Loraine & Chuck Gaither
April 24, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janet Roland
April 24, 2015
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Jan Whitmarsh
April 24, 2015
I'm so sorry Michael had to suffer through this awful ordeal. May he find peace and, of course, no more pain. Love to all the family --
Crysta Carbajal Mackley
April 24, 2015
Family isn't always blood but rather those that are always there for you when you need them the most. Michael was that person for my family. We love and will miss Michael very much! Thankful for his love and support for my family throughout the many years we've all known each other. Love you all! The Mackleys
Happy Trails! Until we meet again.
Regan Goodwin
April 23, 2015
Rest in peace Michael. My love for you is eternal. You never asked to be my hero, you will always be! You were so brave...I'll see you in Heaven. I miss you so.
Sean Albertson
April 23, 2015
A brother to my brother. God bless. Time to rest.
Roberto and Christina Carbajal
April 23, 2015
Sending our love to you all from Arizona. We will miss Michael dearly. Love, the Carbajal family
April Cosgrove
April 23, 2015
Michael, you were a spit-fire and very much loved by so many. When life gave Michael lemons, he would play catch with Jack. Relentlessly! Please put a good work in for me with the big man upstairs. Tell him I mean well...just misunderstood. Michael gets what I am saying. Hugs from below, April-Monique-Michael-Hannah. xo
Sargent Sisters
April 23, 2015
We love you, Papa. Love Caitie, Abbie and Kacie.
We miss and love you, Papa. Xoxo
Tiffany Goodwin
April 23, 2015
You did a wonderful job, Mom. We miss him already. I love you! Love, Tif
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