Leroy Deion Goodman, 58, of Chipley, Florida passed from this life on March 30, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Deion was born on June 9, 1966, in Wausau, Florida to Lee Roy Goodman and Inez Riley. He was a proud member of the Shriners Club and Lodge #39, where he dedicated his time to helping others and supporting local causes. Deion served with the Wausau Fire Department for 15 years. He was proud of his role as Possum King, that he earned 12 to 14 times over the years.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Lee Roy and Inez Goodman.
He is survived by his loving wife Pattie Goodman of Chipley, FL; sons: Elijah Goodman of Michigan, Joe Goodman of Chipley, FL, Trent Carter of Chipley, FL, Dylan Adams of Chipley, FL, Michael Owens of Chipley, FL; daughters: Rebecca Goodman of Chipley, FL, Billie Goodman of Chipley, FL; brother: Todd Goodman (Tina) of Wausau, FL; sister: Connie Nelson (David) of Wausau, FL; grandchildren: Craydon Sasser; Sophia Oliver, Aydon Owens, Haylin Owens; one great grandchild.
Service will be held 1 PM Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Wausau Fire Department. Interment will follow at White Double Pond Cemetery in Wausau, Florida. Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida directing.
The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Obert Funeral Home Chapel (731 Kirkland Road Chipley, FL).
Deion requested that no one wear a suit to his service, come as you are and honor the life, he lived. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Wausau Fire Department.
