GOODFELLOW, William E. Sr. “Bill” – Formerly of Flint and Davison age 92, died Thursday, May 13, 2010 in Clare, after having Alzheimer’s for the last several years. Memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, May 20, 2010 at the Swartz Funeral Home, Pastor Chris Radcliffe officiating. Friends can meet family one hour before the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Sear’s Food Pantry. Mr. Goodfellow was born in New York state after his parents immigrated from England. He married Marion Hildebrand in 1963 and she preceded him in death in 2003. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a general handyman who enjoyed gardening, hunting and fishing. Mr. Goodfellow was employed by Wickes Lumber for 18 years. He then was employed by General Motors for 10 years, retiring in 1983. Surviving are three children, Gary (Pat) of Sears, Judith (Lowry) Brown of Fenton and Bill of Davison;
step-children, Patti Lynne (Duane) Ward of Ohio, Joseph, Jr. and (Virginia) Hildebrand of Flint; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his brother, John, and former wife, Theda.