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Obituary For Juanita Goodwin
Our beloved, Mrs. Juanita Housey Goodwin, Columbia SC, peacefully transitioned on the
morning of February 6, 2025 following a brief illness. A native of Greer, SC, she was the
daughter of the late James Emanuel Housey Sr and Hattie Mae Cohen. She is preceded in death
by her husband Dr MacArthur Goodwin; two sons: Michael and Gerard Goodwin; great
granddaughter Mya Tolar; and siblings Earnestine Housey Mims, Darrell Housey Sr, James
Housey Jr., and Calvin Housey.
Mrs. Goodwin and her husband were beloved pillars of the Spartanburg and Columbia
communities in South Carolina. While living in Spartanburg, they were dedicated members of
Silver Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, where they served with unwavering faith. After
relocating to Columbia, the Goodwins continued their commitment to Christ, becoming active
members of Virginia Wingard Memorial United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Goodwin had an active career, serving as a nutritionist with the Clemson Extension before
becoming a state employee in South Carolina, where she worked until her retirement in 1998. A
passionate advocate for the arts, she collaborated closely with her husband to introduce young
people to the world of art, while also promoting art education and its development. In her leisure
time, she delighted in hosting gatherings, shopping, and cherishing moments spent with her
family.
Those who cherish her memory include her loving daughter, Theresa (Michael) Wyatt of Spartanburg, SC; granddaughters Cristina Chiles of Woodstock, GA, Michelee Jones of Bloomington, IN, and Michale (Carrington) Payden of Spartanburg, SC; great-granddaughters Aniyah Payden of Spartanburg, SC, and Ayana Tolar of Woodstock, GA; and great-grandson Carrington Payden Jr. of Spartanburg, SC. She is also fondly remembered by her sisters,
Carolyn Housey, Virginia Russell, Starleen Housey, Christine (Isaih) Aiken of Estill, SC, and Mary Lee Ruth of Harrisburg, PA; her brother, Earnest Housey of Glen Burnie, MD; her daughter-in-law, Idellia Goodwin of Land OโLakes, FL; and her sister-in-law, Vivian Housey of Ellenwood, GA. Additionally, she leaves behind a special niece, Melody (Dean) Wise, and two special nephews, Toby (Danielle) Housey of Charleston, SC, and Ralph (Dianne) Randolph of
Hendersonville, NC. Her cherished godchildren, Carlos Simpson of Columbia, SC, Bernard and
Cheryl Graham of Woodbridge, VA, Darrell Housey Jr. of Suitland, MD, and Janice (Anthony) Craft, will forever hold her memory dear. She was blessed with the friendship of Dorothy Stewart, Jean (Jimmy) Moody, and Joyce Cheeks of Columbia, SC, along with a host of other beloved relatives and friends.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 28, 2025 at 12:00 noon at Silver Hill United Methodist Church, Spartanburg, SC.
The family is receiving family and friends at her daughter and son-in-law home: 339 Fleming Street,
Spartanburg SC 29302
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Thomas Tucker sent The Loving Light Dishgarden for Juanita Goodwin - February 26, 2025
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Dianne Randolph sent The Loving Light Dishgarden for Juanita Goodwin - February 20, 2025
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Sending condolences to the Goodwin Family, sending love to all especially my home town family from Estill! May God give the family strength and comfort and peace doing this difficult time!!
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
I met Juanita Goodwin over thirty years ago at a NAEA convention. She walked up behind me and gave me a huge hug and called me by her son's name. When I turned around she realized I was not a son but a member of NAEA. She could not wait to tell her husband about the meeting and they adopted me as a new son. Juanita and Mac became friends and shared hundreds of conversations and memories over the years. Juanita was a Special, Godly lady that added a great deal of joy to my life. My sincere condolences and love go to her family and friends. I will miss you. Bernard Young, Arizona
Sweet Juanita! Reunited with her sweetheart at last!! Prayers for your family and peace , knowing she is with her heavenly Father and dearest MacArthur.
Sending prayers to the family. Juanita was a wonderful friend and will be missed. Tina Wilson and family
Growing up with Mrs. Goodwin at Silver Hill UMC, was my first introduction to a "DIVA". She was always superbly dressed with makeup applied flawlessly and not a hair out of place. When you couple that with her warm and giving spirit, you realize you have been in the presence of an angel. Please know that her family has my heartfelt condolences.
With deepest sympathy to the family. Remembering a wonderful and loving friend for many years. She will be truly missed by all who knew her.
Sending my condolences to the family and friends of Mrs. Goodwin. She was such a loving and kind person.
As, I offer my sincere condolences to Theresa Goodwin Wyatt and the family of Ms. Juanita Goodwin. She was such a grand lady. Always smiling and so kind. She oftentimes referred to me as her adoptive Silver Hill church daughter. I will always remember our last conversation and sweet hug that she gave to me at Silver Hill. She will definitely be a blessing to God's beautiful heavenly garden. I will miss you and your beautiful smile. Love you Ms. Juanita Goodwin. Sincerely, Carolyn W. Ragin
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I offer my love and condolences to her family and friends! Mrs.Juanita was a dear client of mine and looked forward to her coming in for her hair appointments. She was always well put together, smelled nice and always had on a beautiful shade of lipstick that I would often tease her about as she would touch it up at the end of her service and I'd say "Mrs. Juanita Where are you going looking so Fine and Fancy". She would laugh and I would often have to monitor her treats as she always seemed to have a sweet snack on hand to help her manage her time in the salon. She reminded me so much of my late Grandmother and I am going to miss her dearly. She was a Gem and to her family and friends cherish the beautiful memories that she has left behind and I will keep you all in my prayers.
My sincere condolences to the Theresa Goodwin Wyatt and family. Ms. Juanita Goodwin is like a mother to me and I can hear that sweet soft voice saying how long will you be staying or where are you going? The questions would be drilled and answers given. That's how I am going to remember Mrs Juanita. Remember the good times you've had, made and shared with Mom! God took a beautiful flower to rest in hiss Heavenly garden. ๐๐ฟ๐๐ฟ๐๐ฟ
Much love from Chicgao!
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