James “Jim” Earl Goodman, 69, of Orange, Texas, passed away at his home on May 17, 2019.
Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, May 23, 2019 at St. Francis Church, 4300 Meeks Drive, Orange, Texas, with a visitation from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Born in Orange, Texas, on June 21, 1949, Jim was the son of Earl Goodman and Juanita Critz. He was a paratrooper in the National Guard where he made over 100 jumps. He was a Policeman with the city of Orange for 15 years, and a Bail Bondsman for over 20 years.
Jim loved playing cards, especially Bourré. He was been playing every Tuesday at his house for over 25 years with some of his best friends. He enjoyed cooking for his card games and for anyone he could find to give food to. He loved his family and friends and never met a stranger.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his sisters, Mary Fontenot and Anita Scott.
He is survived by his brother, Carl Goodman; sisters, Bonnie Rogers; son, Scott Goodman; daughter, Denisha Keszeg; grandsons, Alex Goodman, Ryan Kezeg, Jacob Goodman, and Zack Keszeg; great-grandson, Mason Koopman; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Jim loved his community and helping others. In lieu of flowers and plants, his family requests that donations be made in his honor to the Orange Lion’s Club at P.O. Box 1572, Orange, TX 77630.
Condolences
Charles Miller
May 25, 2019
Carl and family, I am so sorry to hear about James. I just saw him a few weeks ago at Judices in Bridge City. He and I had a way of "catching up" in five minutes. We would do so every time we saw each other. I will miss seeing him. When I viewed the picture page, it brought me back to a time we all grew up together in the Cove. That was a special place and a special time. I have been and will continue to pray for the Goodman family as you walk these difficult days. God bless you. Charles Miller
Mark Flippen
May 23, 2019
May Peace and Joy follow you on your journey. You will always be loved. Condolences and Peace to the family. I will miss you James Goodman. Mark Flippen
Claybar Funeral Home
May 23, 2019
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Nancy Lyles Sonnier
May 22, 2019
Prayers and condolences to his loved ones and his many friends. Always smiling, always cheerful, that is how I remember him. I have known him since the 70's and no mater where I saw him he always had a few minutes to say hello, how's it going, and generally a laugh or two. He was one of the good guys and I know he is in heaven as one of its newest angels. God bless. Nancy Lyles Sonnier
Judy K Toney
May 21, 2019
Many prayers for Jim's family during this time of great loss for them. All of you are in our prayers. Jim was a very kind and caring man and he will be missed by many! Ronnie, Judy and Tonya Toney
Anonymous
May 21, 2019
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Paul And Michelle Powell
May 21, 2019
My husband and I used to see mostly at Danny's. He will be missed by many. Praying for his family at this time.
Bubba Lopez
May 21, 2019
My Condolences to the family during this time. James Earl will be deeply missed by so many.
Angela Richard
May 21, 2019
My condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.