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James Henry Goad

  • August 12, 1925 - August 6, 2011
  • Virginia Beach, Virginia
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“We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. ”
1 of 15 | Posted by: Dwight & Wanda McAlexander - NC

“Debbie, Steve, Andi,& Marshall, Oh how I loved the years spent with Lou and Jim and the Holidays watching you children abounding with excitement at...Read More » ”
2 of 15 | Posted by: Sally Perry - Rockville, VA

“Debbie you have our deepest sympathy in the passing of your Dad. The last time I saw Uncle Jim was at my brothers funeral in February. ”
3 of 15 | Posted by: John & Cyndi McAlexander - VA

“For many years we were married to Henry's sister and brother. We have fond memories of Henry. Our sincere sympathy to "Debbie" and family, may Our...Read More » ”
4 of 15 | Posted by: Shelva & Alvis McAlexander - NC

“Steve, Debbie, Marshall and Andi, My thoughts are with you all through these difficult times. Jim was such a genuine, caring loving man and no...Read More » ”
5 of 15 | Posted by: Chad Barlow - Queenscliff

“The love he shared for his family was second to none... His kindness was a warm gentle breeze... We will never forget his zest for life,his patience...Read More » ”
6 of 15 | Posted by: Yvonne - Sacramneto, CA

“Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. We know how very special he was to all who knew him. Matt adored him and always spoke...Read More » ”
7 of 15 | Posted by: Chris & Rhonda Greene - VA

“Debbie and family, I am so sorry to hear your dad passed away. You are in my heart and in my prayers at this sad time. Love Sylvia ”
8 of 15 | Posted by: Sylvia D Hutson - Portsmouth, VA

“Debbie,Steve,Andi and Marshall: Lou and Jim both meant the world to Chad and me. They helped us in so many ways but most of all their friendship and...Read More » ”
9 of 15 | Posted by: Sunny Barlow Sonner - Norfolk, VA

“Jim was a wonderful neighbor and friend for 10 years. Our daughters knew him as "Grandpa Jim" and loved going over to get a lemonade out of the...Read More » ”
10 of 15 | Posted by: Kendra & Troy Parker - VA

“To the man who ment more to me than anyone. You are the greatest.I love you Jimmy. ”
11 of 15 | Posted by: Jeff Goad - Sacramento, CA

“Our thoughts and prayers to the family. You are loved and we are here for you if we can do anything in this difficult time. ”
12 of 15 | Posted by: Mike & Annette Clark - Chesapeake, VA

“Uncle Jim, u and Lou will always hold a very specail place in my heart, thank you for showing a very broken little girl that she was someone amazing....Read More » ”
13 of 15 | Posted by: Robin Tominson - CA

“Jim was a wonderful, fun loving man, great golfer and amazing father and grandfather. I have many fond memories of him and I know he will be greatly...Read More » ”
14 of 15 | Posted by: Tracey lee - Richmond, VA

“To Debbie and family, may fond memories carry you through this difficult time. It helped me knowing that my dad was with my mom again. They'll always...Read More » ”
15 of 15 | Posted by: Cindy Bray - Chesapeake, VA


James Henry Goad, 85, of the 800 block of Cardinal Rd., Virginia Beach, VA, passed away August 6, 2011, in Virginia Beach, VA. A native of Claudville, VA, he was the son of the late Lehue and Lula Goad. He was the retired Owner and Operator of J&L Distributing. He was a member of Virginia Beach United Methodist Church and was a Naval veteran of WWII. He was predeceased by his wife, Lucenie Walker Goad. He is survived by his daughter, Debbie Hanson and husband Steve of Chesapeake, VA; two grandchildren, Marshall Hanson and Andi Greene; two sisters, Nell Belton and Nan Williams; a brother, Harry Goad; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel with Rev. Ted David officiating. The burial will follow in Colonial Grove Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.