Charles “Charlie” Herbert Goodness, Sr.

November 16, 1939 - April 15, 2024

Charles “Charlie” Herbert Goodness, Sr., 84, of Sugar Land, died on April 15, 2024, at Harbor Hospice following a kidney cancer battle. He was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Kathryn Phipps Goodness and Charles Harold Edward Goodness. Charlie was raised primarily by his mother and was a mischievous child. He grew up in Shreveport and graduated from Byrd High School.

He was a circulation auditor for ABC Circulation, traveling the nation and surrounding countries, auditing newspapers and periodicals.

He married Linda Jeanis (deceased) in 1962, with whom he had three children, Theresa, Charles, Jr. “Chuck”, and Kelly.

He had a unique style, from socks that started conversations to the finest Hawaiian shirts. He had a great sense of humor and loved to engage with people wherever he was, especially if they had a sense of humor. His facial expressions were entertaining and passed on to his oldest daughter. His good looks were passed on to his son, and his youngest got his ability to playfully engage with most she meets. He was an almost daily member of the H.E.B. “shopping club” and proud lifetime member of frequent flyer programs. He loved to visit the Mercedes dealership, his beloved Mexican restaurant, Carmelo’s, and any Hawaiian lanai from which he could see the water. He loved listening to the music of “Meatloaf”.

Later in life, he found love with his spouse, Clarice Hopkins, and they’ve been together 38 years. Clarice and Charlie loved traveling, with some of their favorite places being Hawaii and London. They also enjoyed the theatre, watching shows from the National Theatre in London to the local theatre in Sugar Land and everything in between.

He is survived by his spouse, Clarice Hopkins, and children, Theresa Goodness (Barbara Castille), Charles “Chuck” Goodness, Jr. (Charmyn Dunlap), and Dr. Kelly Goodness (Luis Garcia). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Michelle Farnie (Adam Farnie) and Nicole Fontenot (Enrique Berra) and great-grandchildren, Justin Hatfield, Kaitlyn and Hudson Farnie, and Liam Berra, along with niece, Virginia Carpenter, and extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents and his maternal grandparents, Herbert and Daisy Phipps, and paternal grandparents, Herbert and Christine Goodness.

A private graveside service will be held at Pinecrest Cemetery in Atlanta, Texas, where he will be buried next to his mother, Kathryn Phipps Goodness Rose, under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Retina Foundation of the Southwest, 9600 North Central Expressway, Suite 200, Dallas, Texas 75231.

Comments (9)

    Bob Schweitzer, CFO/COO says:

    Please accept our deepest sympathies regarding Charlies’ passing, from the Alliance for Audited Media (formerly Audit Bureau of Circulations), where Charlie worked for 18 years.

    Mary Ann and John White says:

    We were so happy when our friend Clarice found love again with Charlie. We enjoyed many, many theater dates over the years and spent time with them in one of their favorite places, Hawaii. Charlie had a great sense of humor and always enjoyed a bargain. We will miss him.
    John and Mary Ann White

    Cary Fremaux says:

    I have had the good fortune to know Clarice and Charlie for 30 years or more. They were well loved clients of mine at a series of Mercedes Benz dealerships culminating for the last 20 years at Mercedes Benz of Sugar Land. Clarice was always loved and Charlie was always misunderstood. You see he loved having people believe he was mean and contrary while on the inside he was having great fun watching peoples reaction. A sweeter guy you will never meet!
    Rest in Peace Charlie

    Kathy Lewis says:

    Ms. Theresa, I’m so very sorry of the news of your father’s passing.
    Praying for comfort and peace for you and all the family.

    BELKY G says:

    Rest in Peace Mr. Goodness,
    Such an amazing soul and character.
    One of my VERY favorite customer here at Mercedes -Benz of Sugar Land for many many years.

    The news really broke my heart. Sending Much love & Prayers to the family.

    Daniel House says:

    I knew Charlie for a long time. He was a good man, and I am very glad to have known him. Rest in peace.

    Dr. Vera Gonzales and Cheryl Nowlin says:

    So sorry for your loss! Donation made to Retina Foundation in your dad’s honor!

    COURTNEY NGUYEN says:

    Rest in heavenly peace! He was funny, soft spoken and kind. Praying for your family. I love y’all ❣️

    Cheryl aflansgan says:

    Charlie will be missed – deeply and for some time. He had a good life.

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