BORN

1934

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Hodgson Funeral Home

608 20th Street

Rock Island, Illinois

Barbara Goold Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 5, 2016.

Barbara S. Goold, 81 of Rock Island, died Thursday, February 4, 2016 at Avonlea Cottage, Milan.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 12 noon on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at Hodgson Funeral Home, Rock Island. Funeral services will begin at 12 noon Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Greenview Memorial Gardens, East Moline. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

Barbara was born on November 25, 1934 in Bevier, Missouri, the daughter of Archie V. and Zelma (Sevier) Herrin. She married Keith Arnold Goold on July 26, 1954 in Rock Island. He preceded her in death on March 29, 2008.

Barbara worked in the dietary department at the former Franciscan Hospital in Rock Island for many years. As a young lady soon after high school, she had worked at Royal Neighbors in Rock Island. In her free time she enjoyed reading and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be remembered as one who was always smiling and happy, and loved by those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Survivors (and spouses) include children, Tanya (Kenneth) Negus, Rock Island, Tammy (Rick) Schmidt, Milan; grandchildren, Jeremy (Sue) Brune, Frederick (Melissa) Brune IV, Andrea (Richard) Zeroth, Jason Bunch, Nikki (Roger) Bevans, and Shelbi Schmidt; 15 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, and her aunt, Shirlie (Donald) Glancy, Milan.

In addition to her husband, her parents, and a brother, Darrel Herrin, preceded Mrs. Goold in death.

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February 11, 2016

Charlene Herrin

Aunt Barb was always so kind to me and told me often how happy she was to see Shawn happy. I enjoyed getting to know her and Keith at the family reunions and at our breakfasts meets during our Davenport visits.

February 11, 2016

Shawn Herrin

I am thankful that I, my wife Charlene and my sons Matt and Shawn were able to have a relationship with Barb and Keith at our Herrin family reunion for several years. Aunt Barb was a warm light to have near, her laughter was contagious. Barb, God bless you and rest in peace. We love you.

February 9, 2016

Dann Herrin

I have so many great memories of you growing up. You were always fun and a great aunt. I love you, Dann Herrin

February 8, 2016

Barb Crandall

Barb and Keith were one really beautiful couple. I will always remember the laughter and Barb's ready smile. She was always so immaculately put together and so very pretty. Whenever we ran into each other, I could always count on a big hug. When my daughter was born, Barb was one of my first visitors. She and Keith will always hold a special place in my heart. Tanya and Tammy please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of myself and my siblings. Your parents were always a part of our lives because of my grandparents, Bud and Jane. Many memories and good times. God bless you all.

February 7, 2016

Debra Broessel

I'm gonna miss you barb. I will always remember your smile, and your kind heart. Your friend and one of your caregivers Debra

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