of St. Joe, AR

October 12, 1944 - August 6, 2024

Russell Lee Goodman, age 79, of St. Joe, Arkansas passed from this earthly life on Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 at his home surrounded by his wife, kids and his beloved dog, Sissy. He was born in Tomahawk, Arkansas on October 12th, 1944 to Claude Goodman and Mary Magdalene Reed Goodman. Russell met his lifelong partner, Helen Sue Woods in June of 1966. They wed in November of 1967 and to this union were born four children, Tammy, Jackie, Melissa and Russell.

Russell attended Tomahawk Baptist Church for over 30 years. He spent his working years as a logger and a farmer. Russell was a quiet, hardworking man who provided well for his family. He had a strong work ethic and raised his children to be hard workers. There was never a free moment or a dull moment at the Goodman Farm. Russell was a community minded man who was always willing to lend a helping hand to friends and neighbors. Russell was a veteran of the United States National Guard. He loved the Lord and the Arkansas Razorbacks. Russell loved his family and his one desire was for them to do well in life. His strong presence will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Sue Goodman of the home; his children, Tammy Taylor (Eric) of Hector, Jackie Goodman of St. Joe, Melissa George (Larry) of Hector and Russell Sheridan Goodman (Kaitlin) of St. Joe; grandchildren, Michael Taylor (Mallory), Ashley Taylor, Kellie Baker (William), Justin Grinder (Emma), Austin Grinder, Blake George, Makenzie George, Hazel Goodman and Hatch Goodman; great-grandchildren, Reese, Beckett, Giovani, Erin, Bryce, Madison, Collins and Tate; two sisters, Claudia Hastings and Sarah Younger (Charles); his lifelong four legged companion, Sissy and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends who will also mourn his passing.

Russell is preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Mary Goodman and siblings, Mary Helen Barnett, Nellie Marie Jane Kinslow, Claude Goodman Jr. and LeRoy Franklin Goodman.

Funeral services for Russell will be 10:00 AM Saturday, August 10th, 2024 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Shane Warden officiating. Visitation will be 6:00 till 8:00 PM Friday, August 9th, 2024 in the Chapel. Burial will be in Tomahawk Cemetery in St. Joe, Arkansas. Bearers will be Justin Grinder, Austin Grinder, Blake George, William Baker, Bobby Woods and Michael Taylor. Honorary bearers will be Russell Sheridan Goodman, Larry George, Eric Taylor, Hatch Goodman, Beckett Baker, Giovani Ramirez and Tate Taylor.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Coffman Funeral Home
923 Highway 65 North
Marshall, AR  72650
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com