Jackie Eugene Goodman of Ellijay, Ga., passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at home.
He was born in Woolsey, Ga., August 9, 1936 to John and Irene Goodman. He lived in Fayetteville, Ga., until 2000, when he moved to Ellijay.
Jack liked restoring older vehicles and going to the flea market. He chose to live out his days in Ellijay, spending time with his family, friends, and his favorite canine pal “Missy.”
Jack is survived by his wife of 47 years, Annette, his daughter Tiffani Nicely, her daughter Ava, and son-in-law, Anthony; his daughter, Debra Prince, her children Matt and Amanda Hicks, and son-in-law, Jerry; his son Greg Goodman, and Greg’s son Luke Goodman; brother, Butch Goodman; sister-in-laws, and brother-in-laws; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on March 24, 2012 at Fayetteville Christian Church, Fayetteville, Ga.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Georgia Mountain Hospice, Inc., P.O. 580, 70 Caring Way, Jasper, Ga. 30143, www.gmhospice.org.
