George Charles Goodman

George Charles Goodman, 77, of McClure, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2025, at CHP Hospice in Defiance, Ohio, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on October 16, 1947, in Toledo, Ohio, George was the son of the late George and Phylis (Austermiller) Goodman. A 1965 graduate of McClure High School, George went on to earn his degree from the University of Toledo. Throughout his life, George embraced hard work and adaptability, holding a variety of positions before settling into his role as a Project Inspector for the Ohio Department of Transportation, where he concluded a fulfilling career. George was a devoted member of Peace Lutheran Church in Deshler, Ohio, where his faith and commitment to community shone brightly. He shared his love for learning and mentorship by teaching Sunday school for several years. A man of many passions, George delighted in cooking—especially hearty soups—and found joy in caring for the animals on his family farm. His dry and witty sense of humor endeared him to all who knew him, and he was a master of Jeopardy! and he kept a personal daily almanac. A lifelong fan of the Detroit Tigers, George rarely missed watching a game on T.V. and took pride in knowing stats and stories from decades of baseball history, which fell right in line with his love of history and reading historical nonfiction. Above all, George adored his role as a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was known for his deep love and unwavering support for his family, never missing a chance to spoil his loved ones. On June 14, 1975, George married his best friend and the love of his life, Deb (Smith) Goodman, in Toledo, Ohio. Together, they built a beautiful life and were looking forward to celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary this coming June. George is survived by his beloved wife, Deb; their children: Dawn (Gary) Ellis, Charles Jason Goodman, and Amanda (Bob) Hanna; grandchildren: Cassandra Diem, Carissa Berger, Joseph (Michelle) Berger Jr., Olivia Buckland, and Chance, Neve, and Bode Hanna; great-grandchildren: Emery, Thaddeus, Declan, and Theodore; his brother, Roger (Deb) Goodman; and his loving niece, Lisa Marie Goodman. A memorial service celebrating George’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Peace Lutheran Church in Deshler, Ohio. Family and friends are invited to gather from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Peace Lutheran Church or to a charity of the donor’s choice. George’s life was a testament to love, humor, faith, family, and loyalty—to both those he cherished and the team he rooted for each season. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

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George Charles Goodman

October 16, 1947 - April 21, 2025