Raymond Goodman

Raymond (Ray) Goodman, born November 25, 1949, in Lafayete, Indiana passed away on March 10, 2026 in Lubbock, TX due to a tragic accident on March 9th. He was a man whose life was marked by a rich collection of experiences and cherished memories, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and resilience.

Raised in the close-knit community of Lafayette, Ray’s early years were shaped by his passion for competitive riding and barrel racing, pursuits that spoke to his courageous spirit and love for the outdoors. Ray married Angie C. Watson on September 27, 1966 in Tulia, Texas. Their union blossomed into a family that Ray held dear throughout his life. Together they raised four children: Ace, Lisa, Dallas, and Wyatt. Ray’s life was further enriched by the joy of seven grandchildren: Jeffery, Brittany, Joseph, Natalie, Olivia, Nick, and Nathaniel, and four great grandchildren : Ethan, Peyton, Presleigh, and Emma. Ray had nicknames for most of his Grandchildren.

Ray’s professional journey was as varied as his interests. He worked as a welder, truck driver, manager for the Abernathy Golf Course, and a self-employed rancher, demonstrating a deep connection to the land and a tireless work ethic. Beyond these roles, he was a compassionate caretaker of lost animals, exhibiting a tenderhearted devotion to those in need.

Known affectionately as “Ray” by those close to him, he cherished laughter, storytelling, and a good joke, enriching the lives of his family and friends with his warmth and humor. His storytelling was not merely entertainment, but a bridge that connected generations and celebrated the joys and challenges of life. Ray had a few aliases: Mr. Body Beautiful, Bellair Paqua, Duke of Spur, and his CB handle was Beanfield. He enjoyed the ski slopes for a time, always kept his love of horses, and riding his Harley. He was a patriot and loved his family and his country. He created original ways to build anything he thought of, in a stout design, that would last the test of time...

Music was a profound part of Ray’s identity. A serious hobby musician, he delighted in playing the guitar, writing many original songs, and singing. He had a musical talent to play guitar and piano by ear, and later challenged himself to learn more music chords and additional ways to improve his original songwriting. These are testaments to his determination and love of his artistic exploration.

Raymond is mourned by his surviving family and friends, who will hold him forever in their hearts, and remember him as a man of integrity, kindness, and spirited creativity. Ray is survived by his devoted wife Angie; daughter, Lisa and her husband Kirk Watson of Amarillo; son Dallas and his wife Denise of Abernathy, son Wyatt and his wife Lisa Ann of Amarillo; seven grandchildren: Jeffery, Brittany, Joseph, Natalie, Olivia, Nick, and Nathaniel; and four great grandchildren : Ethan, Peyton, Presleigh, and Emma. He is also survived by one sister, Dorothy Titus of Indiana, and many nieces and nephews in Indiana and Texas.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents, John Earl and Christine (Lewis) Goodman, two sisters, four brothers, and most recently, his son Robert (Ace) Goodman of Happy who passed away on February 26, 2026.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, September 26, 2026 at the Happy Cemetery in Happy, Texas.

The family suggests memorials be sent to the American Heart Association, your local humane society, or to a favorite charity.