of Paris, AR

November 15, 1943 - January 9, 2021

Lyndell R. Goodson, 77, a resident of Paris, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021, at his home.

He was born November 15, 1943, in Richmond, California to the late Vivian (Bridges) Goodson. Lyndell attended Paris Schools. After graduating, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He served aboard a United States naval ship as a security guard for the admiral, then spent three years touring many different countries and finally his fourth year was spent in the jungles of Vietnam. Lyndell married Sheila Nicholas on August 10, 1965. After his military service, Lyndell spent his working years owning his own brick mason business, Roadrunner Construction in Paris. In his spare time, he played softball in the summers with his friends and hunted in the winter. Lyndell loved his grandkids and enjoyed spending time with them. Many friends around town will remember Lyndell's huge garden that he shared with everyone.

In addition to his mother, Lyndell was preceded in death by a sister, Loretta Cameron.

Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Sheila Goodson of Paris; two sons, Shane Goodson and Stacy Goodson and wife, Sharin, both of Paris; six grandsons, Steven, Clint, Scotty, Sergio, Sean and Jacob Goodson; a granddaughter, Sophia Kay Goodson and two brothers, Don Goodson and James Moore, both of Paris.

The family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris with the memorial service to follow at 10:00 a.m. with Bro. Jeremy Jones officiating under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris

Obituary Provided By:
Roller Funeral Home
1700 East Walnut Street
Paris, AR  72855
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com