James Goodell's Obituary
James Lewis Goodell, 82 of Corydon passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Corydon Specialty Care.
James was born on February 3, 1943 to Gerald & Marjory (King) Goodell. He received his education from Maple Grove Elementary and graduated from Cambria Corydon High School. James served his country in the United States Army Corps, and was stationed in Europe. After his military career, he was united in marriage to Sandra Pickens. James was employed and retired from the Iowa Department of Transportation, where he drove a truck.
James enjoyed living in Wayne County and loved animals, especially his horses and goats. He and Sandra raised several animals. James enjoyed his numerous trips with Sandra out west to the mountains.
Survivors include his brother, Jerry Goodell; his sister, Diane Rickert; his sister-in-law, Cathy (Gail) Farley; and his brother-in-law, Bill Snowbarger.
He was preceded in death by his wife Sandra; parents, Gerald and Marjory Goodell; sister-in-law, Susan Snowbarger; and nephew, Derick Farley.
Funeral service will be 2:00 PM, Monday, March 24, 2025 at Thomas Funeral Home in Corydon. Interment will immediately follow at New York Cemetery. Visitation will take place at the funeral home an hour before service from 1-2:00 PM. Memorials have been established to New York Cemetery, and may be mailed to Thomas Funeral Home, ATTN: Goodell Family, 303 E. Jefferson, Corydon, Iowa 50060. Condolences may be shared at www.thomasfh.com or facebook.com/thomasfuneralhome.
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