PLAISANCE – Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 22, 2022 at Mohorn Baptist Church in the Plaisance Community for Mr. Michael Goodley, 36, who entered eternal rest on Monday, April 18, 2022 at his residence in Opelousas, LA. Interment will be in the church cemetery.
Rev. Nicholas Thomas, Sr., Pastor of Mohorn Baptist Church, will be officiating the funeral service.
Mr. Goodley’s memories are being cherished by: his wife, Janaire Goodley of Opelousas, LA; his mother, Clara Mae Goodley of Opelousas, LA; four sons, D’Andre Goodley, DaShaun Goodley, Karter Goodley and Michael Goodley II, all of Opelousas, LA; one daughter, Kaelynn Goodley of Opelousas, LA; five brothers, Marcus Miller of Mamou, LA, Malcolm Goodley of Pearland, TX, Alpacino Thibodeaux of Florida, Derrick Hughes of Arkansas and Ryan Arvie of California; four sisters, Cynthia Jenkins (Shannon) of Pearland, TX, Alicia Thompson (Kendrick) of Lafayette, LA, Deanza (Tafi) of Atlanta, GA and Stephanie Goodley of Spring, TX; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by: his father, Willis Goodley, Jr.; his dad, Hilton Freeman, Sr.; and two brothers, Hilton Freeman, Jr. and Dwayne Lewis.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 22, 2022 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at Mohorn Baptist Church.
**Please be advised we will adhere to the safety measures and precautions provided by the state of Louisiana due to COVID-19. Masks are required for those who will be in attendance. **
Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com
Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 907 N. Market St., Opelousas, LA, (337) 942-6750, is in charge of arrangement.
I remember this young man years ago when we went to school together, he had a kind and gentle spirit! My prayers to the Goodley family! So sorry 🙏Lashaunda Brown
Good people pass away; the godly often die before their time. But no one seems to care or wonder why. No one seems to understand that God is protecting them from the evil to come. For those who follow godly paths will rest in peace when they die. Isaiah 57:1-2
A great man will be missed! I will remember Mike for his kindness, humor, and positive attitude. May God watch over and comfort your family. Smooth sailing Mike! -Adam Whipple-
, Love Roxanne and Family. ❤️💔
Micheal we love you like a brother. You were an outstanding man! We are so proud of you and everything that you've accomplished! Fly high! Uncle Willis, Uncle Linus, Tony, Mom Mary, PaPa Mack and Uncle June will be greeting you with open arms. We will miss you so much, but we've gained another Angel!
Sending sincere and most heartfelt condolences and prayers to my beautiful cousin Janaire and children, Mrs. Clara Mae, and the Rideaux and Goodley families. May The Peace of The Lord be upon you all throughout this most difficult time. Love your cousin, Lillian Rideaux Savoy
Mike was a very kind and good man to be around loved working with him Prayers for the family 🙏🙏✝️
U are going to be missed bro not many built like u hopefully I'll see u again on the other side I know u made it
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