Roger Dean Goodnow, a well-loved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 4th, with his wife, Judy at his bedside.         

   Roger was known as a God loving, faithful man who loved people and social gatherings of all kinds, dancing to all types of music, singing, golfing anytime he could, traveling to local and foreign destinations, crafting crosses from old wine barrels, and volunteering to help others improve their lives.

   Roger is survived by his daughters, Rene Cameron Hamann (Scott), Robyn Goodnow (Robert Reberiego), and Lisa Mendez (Brian), granddaughters; Anamarie Pearlman (Nathan), Melanie and Briana Mendez, and great-granddaughter Sophia Jane Pearlman, as well as many loving nieces, nephews and dear friends.  Besides his parents; Maggie and Earl Goodnow and siblings Ruth Buchanan (Glen), Gerald Goodnow (Frances), and Ervilla Olson (Merlyn), Roger was preceded in death by his son, Randy.

   Contact the family for funeral details. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the Hospice of San Joaquin.

Manteca (Calif.) Bulletin

Friday, September 26, 2025