Gary Rhea Goodman

Thursday, November 18, 2021

Gary Rhea Goodman, 71, husband of Beth Ann Briggs Goodman for 29 years, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021.

Mr. Goodman was born in Greencastle to Juanita Tharp Goodman and the late Marion “Midge” L. Goodman.

While living in Greencastle, Gary and Beth were members of Hanna Street Baptist Church. He was also a member of the Lions Club in Greencastle, where he served as president. Gary was employed as a photographer for the Banner Graphic.

Gary and Beth resided in Simpsonville, S.C., for the last 20 years. He was employed at the Walmart distribution center there in the asset protection department.

Gary enjoyed playing golf and watching sports with Beth. He was also an avid Cubs fan.

Surviving, in addition to his wife and mother, is a son, Joseph Goodman and wife Sarah; a brother, Larry Goodman and wife Carmen; a sister, Vickie Smith and husband Dan; and three grandchildren, Rachelle Bennett-Goodman, Jayden Goodman and Jaxon Goodman.

He was predeceased by a sister, Lynn Winkler.

There will be a celebration of life for Gary on Saturday, Nov. 27 at Hanna Street Baptist Church, Greencastle, at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions to Riley Hospital for Children would be appreciated.