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E. Elaine Goodwin

E. Elaine Goodwin, 78 of Glenwood, IA formerly of Red Oak, IA entered into eternal rest on Nov. 15, 2012 in Omaha, NE. She was born May 14, 1934 in Red Oak, IA to Dale & Opal (Kleppinger) Norris, Sr.

Elaine was united in marriage to Robert Corwin Goodwin on March 13, 1955 in Red Oak, IA. To this union two children were born, Laurel and Brian. Elaine was employed with the Glenwood Resource as a registered nurse until her retirement. She and Robert enjoyed camping, going to the casino. During several winter months, they resided in Texas.

Preceding Elaine in death were her parents and sister, Lorraine Keat. She is survived by her husband, Robert Goodwin of Glenwood, IA; daughter, Laurel Gray of Malvern, IA; son, Brian Goodwin of Glenwood, IA; 3 grandchildren, Holly Gray of FL; Jennifer Greene of Malvern, IA; Abbie O’Hare of Perry, IA: 3 great-grandchildren, Jordyn Hughes, Weston Greene and Heydan Greene; brothers, Dale Norris, Jr. of Madison, WI; Robert Norris of Red Oak, IA; several nieces, nephews, extended relatives and many friends.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Visitation:Monday, November 19, 2012
7:00 PM
212 S. Locust St.
Glenwood, IA51534

Service:Tuesday, November 20, 2012
1:00 PM
Walnut Cemetery
Montgomery County, IA

4 Condolences

  • Bill and Mary Davis Posted November 16, 2012 12:00 am

    In your sorrow, remember the good times also. There were many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With us being in Texas we will not be able to attend Elaine’s services.

  • Liz Norris ESser Posted November 16, 2012 12:00 am

    Dearest Bob, Laurel, Brian and family,

    Our hearts are heavy knowing we lost such a great woman, mother, grandmother and a dear, dear Aunt. As my Dad said to me “Elaine overcame unbelievable obstacles”. Then he went on to say how much she was like our Dear grandma Opal. How true that was! Two very strong woman — both who will forever hold a dear place in my heart.

    With love and sympathy at this very sad time,

    Liz (Norris) Esser

  • Karen O’Dell Posted November 19, 2012 12:00 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Elaine was certainly a very strong women, and left her mark on thoese around her.

  • RAI STAFF Posted November 23, 2012 12:00 am

    FROM THE STAFF AT RAI:

    It is with great sorrow that we will miss our friend Elaine. She brought a smile everyday we were honored to see and (Dr. Bob) her. Our thoughts and prayer are with Dr. Bob and the family.

    Let us all rejoice in the knowledge that Elaine is waiting for us to arrive home, to our Heavenly Father in the Lord Jesus.

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