of Enola, AR
April 20, 1937 - April 13, 2012
Clyde ''Pa'' Leon Goodnight, age 74, of Enola, AR, went to be with the Lord, on Friday, April 13, 2012 at the Greenbrier Nursing and Rehab Center , after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. He was born on April 20, 1937 in Enola, AR to parents Troy E and Tessie (Casey) Goodnight.
He was predeceased by his parents, siblings Faye Chance, Bobby Gene Goodnight and Jerra Dene Goodnight and an infant daughter Leisa Faie Goodnight.
Leon graduated from Enola High School in 1956 and was retired from Brown and Root Construction Company. He was a member of Enola Church of Christ. He was a teamster, owning and training many fine horses and mules. He loved all types of outdoor activities from plowing the soil to mowing the grass. He enjoyed a pack of hounds, be it trailing or treeing. He took great pleasure in caring for his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. In fact, he loved all babies and babies were always drawn to him.
He will be forever remembered by his loving wife of 54 years, Christine Louise Chance Goodnight and their children and spouses, Rick and Connie Goodnight, Rusty and Gina Goodnight, Deanna and Tom Taylor and his sister Beverly Ingram and her husband Randy. He leaves behind his precious grandchildren, Amanda (Joey) Pearce, Christin (Shane) Prater, Heather (Chris) Killough, Justin (Gretchen) Goodnight, Cody (Mindy) Goodnight, Troy (Paula) Weatherley and Seth Taylor. He is also survived by his great grandchildren that he loved so dearly, Riley and Dugan Pearce, Alec and Avery Goodnight, Carson and Mason Prater, John Andrew Weatherley and Katy Anne Goodnight. A host of many family members and friends that know him affectionately as ''Pa Leon'' and who loved and cared for him will miss him dearly.
The family would like to extend their appreciation to the staff of the Greenbrier Nursing and Rehab Center and Carelink for their loving care of Pa Leon.
Visitation will be Sunday, April 15, at 4:00-6:00 pm at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, AR (501)327-7727. The funeral services will be held at the chapel of the funeral home on Monday, April 16, 2012 at 10:00 am and officiated by Burt Wilkerson and Mickey Burelson. Graveside services and interment will be at Hawthicket Cemetery in Enola, AR. Pallbearers will be Donnie Anthony, Mike Chance, Allen Chance, Travis Chance, Tim Chance and Jason Ingram, with honorary pallbearers, Tom Taylor, Steve Harral , Tyler Harral, Dickie Harris and Max Henry.
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23 Condolence(s)
Carmelia Cummings
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
So sorry to here of thd loss of Mr. Goodnight. He lived in Morgan when I was little and I remember him and his family. God bless you all and once again my prayers and thoughts are with you in this difficult time. Carmelia, Tammy and Bo Cummings ( Junior and Patricia Cummings)
Steve and Bobbie Johnson
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Mrs. Goodnight, Deanna, Rusty, Rick and families....I'm so sad to hear of Mr. Goodnights passing...I'm sorry my schedule wouldn't permit me to come to the funeral....I'm glad I got to see him when i did. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. The next days will be so hard for you.... I pray for the Lord to comfort you ....I love you all
Doris Fry
Monday, April 16, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad and diffcult time. I know Mr. Leon will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Glad to have shared a short time with him. My sincere condolences, Doris Fry
Jimmie & Felicia Howard
Monday, April 16, 2012
Thinking of all of you today and praying for your strength and comfort.
Brandi
Monday, April 16, 2012
Christin, Rusty, Gina, Justin and family. So so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Mr. Goodnight in a long long time, but I remember him always smiling and being so nice to everyone. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Stone McNew
Monday, April 16, 2012
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Libby Mackey
Monday, April 16, 2012
Rick,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donnie Green
Monday, April 16, 2012
We at CDI are sorry for your loss and our prayers are with your family.
Yolanda Smith
Monday, April 16, 2012
Thinking of you all at this time. Ya'll are in our prayers.
Love, Londa and Kids
Ronnie and Kelsey Victory
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Our deepest sympothy to the entire family. He was a great man.
cheryl & Bobby Shock
Sunday, April 15, 2012
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Chris, Tiffany, and Jacob Barnes
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Christin,
We are so sorry to hear about the death of your grandfather, Leon. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you cope with this loss. We pray that God will provide you with comfort and solace through this most difficult time. If there is anything you or your family need, please just let us know.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Chris, Tiffany, and Jacob Barnes
Emogene (kelly )Wharton
Sunday, April 15, 2012
I am sorry to hear about Leon.Haven't seen him in a long time but i want forget him.The family will be in my prayers.
Angie Ryall
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Christin and family,
I know this is a difficult . Cherish those times when he came back to you briefly and was his old self again. Give Big Daddy a big hug for me. There is nothing quite comparable to losing a parent.
Prayers and Love you all,
Angie Ryall
karen mitchell
Sunday, April 15, 2012
so sorry for your loss louise and family. i didn't really know leon, but i know he was loved by many. please feel better knowing Leon is in the arms of his lord and he is not in pain. my thoughts and prayers go out to all you.
Lois Carter
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Louise and family. Was so sorry for your loss of a wondeful man. I pray God will help you in the coming days to find comfort. Leon was a blessing for all who was around him.
Mary Ann Shock
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time,but take comfort in knowing that Leon is safe in the arms of Jesus. Cherish the beautiful memories you have of him and turn to the Lord for comfort and he will see you through this. Rip Leon.
Judy Simmons
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Louise, Ricky, Rusty, Deana and families much love to all of you at this heartbreaking time of parting with your husband and dad. May you find the strength you need to cope with your loss.
Sara June (Joslin) Beard
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Louise & family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the good old days when I visited with Grandma in Enola so I knew Leon from those days as well as when we lived on Ashley Loop. This is a hard time for you and family but your love for each other will help make the loss easier to bear.
Charlie & Debbie Bryant
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Our deepest sympathy for the entire family. Just remember he is at peace now.
Sandy Heffington McNew
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Dear Louise and Family, there is little to say at this time, but please know that I am thinking of you and love you. You have been in my life since I was a little girl. Louise, I remember when you and Leon married. Leon and his family lived down the road from us and were good neighbors. Lots of good memories.
Dianne Harper
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Our prayer are with all of you. Uncle Leon will be truly missed.He was a great and kind person to all he met.God be with you all during these times. Love to Aunt Louise,take care stay stronge.
Cathy Goodnight Traffanstedt
Saturday, April 14, 2012
So sorry about your loss, We are here for yall love all of yall our thoughts and prayers are with you