Service Details
Funeral : Monday, November 7, 2016 11:00am
Visitation: Monday, November 7, 2016 10:00am – 11:00am
Location: Greg Chapel C.M.E Church, 2237 Howe St, Racine, WI
Today, we celebrate the life and homegoing of a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother sister and friend.
Marsha “Doll” Goodwin was born August 24th, 1956 in Quitman, MS, to the late Gene Goodwin and Mattie (nee: Marsh) Goodwin- Jones.
Her family relocated to Racine, Wisconsin in 1957, where she received her education in the Racine Unified School District, and held various jobs until her health failed. She attended Gregg Chapel CME Church.
Doll loved the beach, live bands, parades, and attended all the events happening around the city. As everyone knows, Doll was outspoken, humorous, and she loved ALL of her family – whether you were on her list or not! She gave anyone that knew her, wonderful memories to hold on to. She will be missed by all.
Doll made her transition Saturday, October 29, 2016 at Ascension/ WFH- All Saint’s Hospital at the age of 60. She leaves to cherish her memory, daughters; Kaome “Michele” (Danny) Hood, Damiesha Goodwin-Barker, and Verlyn Wilson, and son Damaris Goodwin. Seven grandkids, one great grandchild. Sisters; Linda and Dareaka Goodwin. Brothers; Larry, DeUndrae, and Gary (Rebecca) Goodwin. Uncles; John (Shirley) and Benny Goodwin, Frank (Phyllis) and Eddie Marsh, Aunts; Jean (Euwauna) Boutwell, Shirley Oliver and Fareeda Dadzie, special friend Eric Gates, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends.
Doll was preceded in death by daughter Vernisha Wilson, her parents, grandparents, eight uncles and six aunts.
A Celebration of her life will take place on Monday, November 7th, 11:00am, at Greg Chapel C.M.E. Church, 2237 Howe St, Visitation will be at the church from 10:00am until the time of the service.
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Josephine Williams says
God bless you family you are in my Prayers God is Able sorry for your loss hold on to God’s unchanging hand. My love goes out to you all.
Anonymous says
Fareeda Dadzie…AKA: “Duddin”. Another Angel has gained her wings. She will be truly missed. My love and prayers to all the family and friends. Rest in Heavenly PEACE niece!
Kimberly Allen says
My condolences to the family. God bless and keep you always
Renee &Thomas Martin says
Sorry for your loss, Doll was like family to us, she was always there for every family function, and 6 St reunion. She will be missed. Praying for God to comfort, and strengthen the family. Love you.
Henry Family says
Rip cousin, love you from Joan Goodwin-Henry granddaughter Shajuan and Great grands Destinee, Delisha, Quintoria and Quindajah
Love Aunt Phyllis Marsh says
Sorry for your loss. Just know our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.,Love Aunt Phyllis
Diane Dawkins (Buckley) says
Love and peace be with the family ? as you go through your process of losing your loved one. Praying ? for you with all my love.
Tonette Miller says
Doll you will be truely miss. Love you.