Oliver Goodwin 86 Was born April 29, 1935 in Walker County Alabama. Oliver joined the US Army at the age of 17 and served his country for 20 years, serving in Korea and ending his career at Ft Knox Kentucky as a Master Sargent. Oliver was very proud of his military service and his time serving his country.

Oliver then turned his love for the outdoors into a second career. He became a park manager for the State of Alabama Department of Conservation. He enjoyed the next 20 years doing what he loved working outdoors and meeting new people. Oliver was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Fidelity Lodge 685. He loved the 24th of June Celebration and was very proud of the Masonic tradition. Oliver was a great friend to many and always willing to help others and share his love of fishing and camping. He treasured his family and loved spending time with them. He was an amazing Dad, Grandpa, and Great Grandpa. He will always be remembered for the wisdom and love he shared with others and will never be forgotten. He was always quick with a tall tale, laugh, and advice. Whether you asked for it or not. Oliver is preceded in death by his parents Homer and Gladys Goodwin, his sister Vonda Key his brother Neil Goodwin.

He is survived by son David(Melissa) Goodwin and daughter Wendy Weisskopf, Grandchildren Laken(Lorenzo) Goodwin, Brock Goodwin, Hannah Goodwin, Maxim Weisskopf, Peyton Weisskopf, and Jackson Weisskopf. Great Grandchildren Kinsleigh Goodwin, Alaina Goodwin, Lukas Edwards, Brayden Goodwin.