James Richard Goodwin's obituary , Passed away on February 16, 2025 in Lynn, Massachusetts

James Richard Goodwin

November 30, 1940 - February 16, 2025 (84 years old)

Lynn, Massachusetts

James Richard Goodwin's obituary , Passed away on February 16, 2025 in Lynn, Massachusetts

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gately Funeral Home

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James Richard Goodwin

November 30, 1940 - February 16, 2025 (84 years old)

Lynn, Massachusetts

James Richard Goodwin Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James Richard Goodwin of Lynn, Massachusetts, born in East Boston, Massachusetts, who passed away at the age of 84, on February 16, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Richard Goodwin to show support.

Though James Richard may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those James Richard touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James E. Goodwin and Beatrice M. Goodwin (Walsh); and his sisters, Virginia, Mary and Judy.

He is survived by: his daughter Christine Skinner of Haverhill; and his granddaughter Katherine Skinner of Woburn. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations in James's memory to the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, 1775 Semper Fidelis Way.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gately Funeral Home



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Gately Funeral Home
79 W Foster St, Melrose, MA 02176

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Mass of Christian Burial

St. Mary's Church
4 Herbert St, Melrose, MA 02176

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