Return to Class of 1954
07/23/2026
Funeral services for Charles Goodwin, 92, of Knoxville, will be held Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Knoxville. Family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Interment with military honors will be at Graceland Cemetery.
Following the graveside service, a luncheon will be held at the funeral home for a continued time of visiting and fellowship.
Memorials may be made in care of Charles’ family and will be designated at a later date.Charles Keith Goodwin was born November 1, 1933, at home in Knoxville, Iowa, to Carl and Faye Goodwin.
He graduated from Knoxville High School in 1954 before serving his country in the United States Army for two years. After his military service, he returned home to Knoxville to begin the next chapter of his life.
Charles began his career with the Knoxville Community School District, where he faithfully served as the receiving clerk for 40 years before retiring in 1996.
During those years, he also caught the eye of a young teacher named Thelma Stoddard. The two were married on December 31, 1962, and were blessed with two daughters, Robin and Dawn.
Charles was a devoted husband and father who worked hard to provide for his family. He found joy in the simple things in life, especially keeping a well-manicured yard, tending to his flowers, and making sure the family pool was always cared for.
As the years passed, some of Charles’ greatest memories were made with his daughters. They were always finding new adventures to share with him, including an airplane ride just before his 90th birthday so he could see the beauty of Marion County from above.
He also enjoyed spending time with Dawn at the gymnastics studio, helping clean up and becoming a favorite among the children by handing out candy and visiting with everyone who came through the door.
Charles passed away on July 31, 2026, at the age of 92 years and 8 months. He will be greatly missed by his daughters, Robin Brown and Dawn Goodwin; along with many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
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