He confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and joined Mount Pleasant AME Church where he remained until after he graduated from Monticello High School in 1985. He was employed by Midwestern Insurance until his untimely death.
After high school, Jonathan entered the United States Army in 1987 where he served for 23 years. During his military service, Jonathan continued to serve God by serving his country and participating in activities at his military post. Jonathan was known and loved by many. He mentored a number of young people in his 23 years of service to his country.
He leaves to cherish his memories: two sons, Christopher Everett Goodman and Jonathan Isaiah Goodman; four siblings, Leslie Goodman, Pastor Christopher (Brenda) Goodman, Regina Goodman, Reggie Goodman; two nephews, Mario Green and J'son Goodman; four nieces, Samantha Isom, Tameka (Johnny) Johnson, Meiyah Shepherd, and Ja'Niyah Goodman; one uncle, Leron Goodman; four aunts, Thelma Brown, Dorthea Madison, Mickey Moore and Bessie Jefferson; and five grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at Pilgrim Rest AME Church with burial to follow in Campground Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home of Monticello. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
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Angie
, MS Saturday, December 14, 2019 My Condolences to his beautiful family. I had the pleasure to serve with this wonderful man in Hawaii. His wisdom, guidance, and his passion to care for his soldiers will never be forgotten. May he RIP, his legacy continue through his beautiful family. Gone to soon but always in remain in the hearts of that he has touched.Miyoshi Leonard-Smith
Selma, AR Friday, April 12, 2019 Our deepest condolences to the Goodman Family. Another angel has gained his wings. Praying for strength and comfort for the family and friends that love him. Gone but forever in our hearts.Raychelle
, MO Saturday, April 6, 2019 Expressing my condolence to the family for the loss of your precious loved one. Please find hope and comfort in God's wonderful promise of a resurrection of those who have passed away to be fulfilled by his son Jesus Christ. Then God's promise of no more sickness, sorrow, pain or death will come to be. What a wonderful time to look forward to! May you have peace in your hearts as we all await this time together. Acts 24:15; John 5:28,29; Revelation 21:3-5.Jennifer Singh
, GA Wednesday, March 27, 2019 I wish I could’ve made it to pay my respects to you. You were an amazing mentor, Leader, and friend. My family and I will miss you so very much. You’ve touched the lives of so many people. I want to treat people in my life with compassion and genuineness, just like you did. Rest in Heaven and in Love, Boss, knowing that you set an amazing example for others to follow. True Leader. ALWAYS READY!Maria Diaz
, PA Wednesday, March 27, 2019 My deepest condolences. May your family be comforted with all the love surrounding you. You were truly a good man. Gone too soon, but God has better plans for you. Rest In Peace.Joyce A Jones
augusta, GA Wednesday, March 27, 2019 My sweet sweet friend, my little brother, my heart is broken, I cannot believe you are gone, listened to the last message you left on my phone, so thankful you always thought of me and always kept in touch. To the family, my sincAlfreda Peterson
Fort Lauderdale, FL Wednesday, March 27, 2019 You were a bright star in many lives. You were an humble spirit and it shows through all the love and prayers towards you and the family. Rest in heaven n I hope to see you one day soon. We will continuously keep your family in our prayers. Rest now our brother. Your work here on earth is done🙏🏾Kenny & Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 26, 2019 To Reggie, Chris and the entire Goodman family. We are sorry to read of the passing of your loved one. You have our prayers and sympathy at this sad time!Noel A Arocho
Spring hill, FL Tuesday, March 26, 2019 One of the greatest people I have ever met besides being a leader to us all he was a father figure I am beyond honored and blessed to have had him in my life forever will represent Always ReadySFC Ivyann Stoll
FORT CAMPBELL, KY Tuesday, March 26, 2019 Rest easy boss. Thank you for always mentoring me. ALWAYS READY!Annette Newton-Holmes
Riverview, FL Tuesday, March 26, 2019 So sorry I can't be there today, as you are laid to rest. I pray for your family and I know you are in God's loving arms.Annette
Jo’Elle Parker
, IL Tuesday, March 26, 2019 My brother, my friend,You maybe absent from this world but will never be absent from my heart! ❤️
LaVette Caldwell
Columbia, SC Tuesday, March 26, 2019 Jonathan will forever be in my heart. He was one of a kind and has never changed over the 21 years of our friendship when we met at Fort Bragg. As tears stream from my eyes, I find comfort in knowing that he is resting in peace. Sending prayers to the family and all those who are hurting from his passing. God Bless! Rest in peace, my friend, Rest in peace. I love you!John & Paige (Hill) Stell
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 26, 2019 Family - You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Hold your memories close & lean on God.Love,
John, Paige, Jayson, Colt, Brayden, Jake, Brad, & Jared
Joyce Harris
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, March 26, 2019 My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family!KaTina Ridgell
Arlington, TX Tuesday, March 26, 2019 God bless the 👪Zachary R Burks II
WARREN, AR Monday, March 25, 2019 My thoughts and prayers are with the Goodman Family. A beautiful family.Jamie French Preston
Hot Springs, AR Monday, March 25, 2019 Jonathan was a good friend in high school. He was always kind to everyone! My dad loved coaching him and has spoken of him many times over the years about what a great young man he was! Many condolences to his friends and family.Erica Justice Robinson
Dallas, TX Monday, March 25, 2019 My deepest condolences to the Goodman family and all that knew and loved Jonathan.I pray that we all lean on our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ for comfort and strength.
Jonathan, you will be missed. We love and miss you so much. Until we meet again "my soldier" (smile)
Erica
Sandra Witherspoon
Monticello, AR Monday, March 25, 2019 May God continue Blessing you and your family.Sandra Crowell
Monticello, AR Monday, March 25, 2019 To the Goodman family, my deepest sympathy goes out to each of you for the lost of your beloved brother. Jonathan has truly worn his name well," Good Man". His kind and gentle spirit will always be remembered. Praying that God will send his Comforter to comfort each of you. Heaven has gained another Angel.Bonita Rainey
Florissant, MO Monday, March 25, 2019 Hard to believe you are gone! Will always cherish the times we had growing up. So glad Facebook let us catch up on each other’s lives. Was hoping to see you for the joint class reunion we will be planning later. But God had other plans for you. Praying comfort for your family as only God can give. Rest in God’s love and peace my friend, until we meet again! ❤️🙏🏾😘Ferdinand Clark
Los Angeles, CA Monday, March 25, 2019 I’m Dorothea’s grandson, I’m extremely shocked by the sudden lost and praying for the Goodman family who are my family too.. God BlessDorothea Madison
Los Angeles, TX Monday, March 25, 2019 Rip Nephew God loves you.Rita Reeves
El Paso, TX Monday, March 25, 2019 To the family please accept my deepest heartfelt condolences. I am praying for you all. Jonathan, my Army friend, I will never forget you. Never. You were always humble and kind and was always there for me. I loved you like my own brother. I am so glad that our paths crossed. Now that God has called you home and you have gained your wings you can go out and pick the largest area to build the home you always wanted. I cry when I think about all the goals you had for yourself and then I think to myself, you are with the Lord. He has said Job Well Done and picked you to go home. He needed you more. I pray that the Lord provides us all with the strength to carry on. Especially your family who I know must be hurt but super proud of you as I am. Thank you for 20 years of friendship. Thank you for your dedicated service to our Country. I can tell by the posts that you have spent a lifetime being there for others. I can never repay you. Watch over us my friend. I will always love you for the person that you are to me. Blessings to your children and family. See you on the other side. #ARMY STRONGBobbie Ross
Warren, AR Monday, March 25, 2019 Reggie, Chris and entire family, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. My heart aches for you all. May God wrap his loving arms around you all during this difficult time.Michelle Watts
, WA Monday, March 25, 2019 Can’t believe your gone, you will be greatly missed.. you are now one of God’s angels. Sleep well my friend.Grant & Gay Pace
Monticello, AR Monday, March 25, 2019 Chris, Reggie & family,You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you guys and are so sorry for your loss. May God give each of you comfort.
ANITA RILEY
Monticello, AR Monday, March 25, 2019 This is so unreal. To the family, you have my deepest sympathy. May God comfort and keep each of you.LaQuisa McKeever
Valdosta, GA Monday, March 25, 2019 My dear friend you will truly be missed. I will miss seeing your gentle smile and kind messages. You have always had such a beautiful and kind spirit and it breaks my heart that you are no longer here to spread your wonderful and positive energy amongst us. I pray for your family during this time that God will give them peace and help them to heal. You indeed are and always will be a Good-man. RIHMr. Adrian & Mrs. Kim Borel
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Monday, March 25, 2019But by the Grace of God, certain people are placed in our lives who not only impact it positively but, have a lifelong presence in your life. Jonathan Quintin Goodman, you Sir have always been that Brother who has positively provided heartfelt and truthful guidance, words of encouragement, emotional support or just your time and ear to me and my entire family for the past 30yrs. On behalf of myself, Kim L. Borel, and our family, we offer our most sincere and deepest condolences and prayers to your entire family on your final call home. We pray for the necessary strength, solace and grace throughout this most difficult of times.
My Brother, My Brother, My Brother, May You Forever Rest In Eternal Grace, Power, Paradise and Peace💔💔💔
KELLY
ATLANTA, GA Monday, March 25, 2019 SFC Goodman! I have known you since I was a baby in the ARMY..1995 Ft Sam Houston TX. We have managed to remain friends and in touch throughout the years. Im sorry I didn't reply soon enough to your text message. That was our time and last chance to say goodbye. You will forever be in my heart! Rest well my friend. This time no goodbyes but an Until we meet again! <3 <3Joerly & Joerlinda Johnson
California City, CA Monday, March 25, 2019 We love you cousin.. RIP.Delois Ridgell
Monticello, AR Monday, March 25, 2019 Sorry for your loss.My prayers are with y’all .Love yallIva Webb
Kansas city, KS Monday, March 25, 2019 Family I am so sorry for your loss. This was like family to me. Heart goes out to his children that they may find comfort in all the memories....Karen Mercado
Little Rock, AR Sunday, March 24, 2019 Jonathan you will be truly missed.Rest on my dear friend.Class of '86Joe A Johnson
Los Angeles, CA Sunday, March 24, 2019 RIP Cousin..Barbara A Benton
Monticello, AR Sunday, March 24, 2019 Chris & family,Please know that you have my sincere condolences. I will never forget the eulogy you gave at my mom's funeral entitled "When Your Lease Is Up." It was a message that put things in perspective for me as I was mourning my mother's death. We are only here for a short time. Your brother's lease is now up, and one day ours will be up too. Until then, continue to keep the faith and know that joy will come again.
SSG Tracy Polk
Birmingham, AL Sunday, March 24, 2019 Praying for the familyThe Batts Family
, TX Sunday, March 24, 2019 Our deepest condolences to the family during this time of sorrowDenyce Hickman
Little Rock, AR Saturday, March 23, 2019 Prayers for the family. He was a very kind person.Brenda Eddington
Conway, AR Friday, March 22, 2019 Jonathan you will be truly missed and I will forever be your childhood friend and treasure all the memories we had and yes classmate I will miss you dearly and that smile is to die for. Take your rest until I see you again..,,SFC Jonathan R. Johnson
Fort Leonard Wood, MO Friday, March 22, 2019 SFC Goodman you were a great Soldier, Father, Mentor, Leader, and most of all a great Friend and Family man. You inspired your Soldiers to be better than we thought and continued to give us all great advise after you retired. I will miss you very much. I am glad to be able to call you my Friend and Brother in Arms. RIH we will see each other again.Tony Phillips
Fairbanks, AK Friday, March 22, 2019 RIP classmate and brother in arms.Randy Forrest
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 21, 2019 Johnathan glad we was classmates and most of all glad I called you a friend rip.Michele Sivadas
, WA Thursday, March 21, 2019 You will be missed Jonathan.