Cecil Lee Goodman, 81, of New Palestine, IN, passed away December 16, 2014 in Greenfield, IN. He is survived by his wife, Nancy I. Goodman of New Palestine, IN and his 6 children, William Goodman (Nancy) of Plant City, FL, Debbie Gilbert (Jim) of Okeechobee, FL, Vicky Myer (Harold) of Morristown, IN, Rick Goodman (Karen) of Waverly, OH, Jonathan Goodman (Shannon Crawford) of Eddyville, KY, and Susanna Cooper (Harold) of New Palestine, IN. He also leaves behind a sister, Faustine Seifert (Bernie) of New Palestine, IN along with 20 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Arter Goodman, and Edna Geary Land, 2 siblings, Ed Goodman, and Veda Goodman, his first wife, Rose Ann Goodman, granddaughter Tammie Ellison and great granddaughter Kailey Goodman.
Cecil retired from Western Electric many years ago and then went on to become a Pastor and Evangelist. He was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church.
A public visitation will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2014 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 10701 E. 56th Street Indianapolis, IN 46235, and a visitation on Friday, December 19, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. with funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m.. Burial will be at New Palestine Cemetery after the service. Arrangements: Indiana Funeral Care and Crematory.
Sarah scott says
I am sorry for your loss but glad for Cecil. He has fought the good fight and finished his race. Thank God for his grace that once more we will be able to pull out guitars and sing together.
Lonnie and Linda Mathis says
Praising God for his mercy and goodness at this time. Praying for peace and comfort for the family .
Gale Borders says
Nancy my prayers are with you during this difficult time. I know your rejoicing in the fact you will be with him again. I am sure it is still hard and will be hard in the days ahead. You and all your families are in my prayers..”Our loss is Heaven’s gain” Love & Prayers always..
Kim says
One of the happiest most God Loving men I have ever met. Prayers with his dear family. We love each of you dearly.
Shirley Lahrman says
Debbie, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. I know how hard it is for US, but we rejoice that he is in the Arms of Jesus and we will see him again. Just remember, how can we forget someone when they gave us so much to remember. Prayers for you and your family.
Bro. Jack and Mary Ann Clay says
You are in our thoughts and prayers… He was a great Man of God. I am sure he will be missed by many !
Dan Dorothy Ellison says
Condolences for the family I know Cecil will be missed Fly High Cecil RIP