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Jerry Goodlaxson Obituary
In Loving Memory
Jerry L. Goodlaxson
October 13, 1930 - March 1, 2022
The family requests that memorials be given to:
Emmetsburg Catholic School
Jerry service will be live streamed on the Martin-Mattice Facebook page.
VISITATION
Saturday, March 5, 2022
9:00 - 10:30 A.M.
Holy Family Catholic Church
Emmetsburg, Iowa
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Saturday, March 5, 2022
10:30 A.M.
Holy Family Catholic Church
Emmetsburg, Iowa
CELEBRANT
Rev. Bill Schreiber
INURNMENT
St. John's Catholic Cemetery
Emmetsburg, Iowa
Jerry Leon Goodlaxson, son of Verne Ivan and Iva Ethelyn (Johnson) Goodlaxson, was born October 13, 1930 at the Palo Alto County Hospital in Emmetsburg, Iowa. Jerry’s mother passed away when Jerry was a young boy. His father was later married to Hazel who was very instrumental in raising Jerry. He received his education in the Emmetsburg Public Schools, graduating from Emmetsburg High School in 1949. Jerry then attended Drake University for a semester before enrolling at A.I.B. in Des Moines. Upon completion of his business training, Jerry began a lifetime career in Insurance sales and adjusting. He was involved with several leading insurance companies in crop hail coverage as well as being involved in claims management.
Jerry was united in marriage to Charlotte Catherine Noonan on October 8, 1949 in Fairmont, Minnesota. They were blessed with 9 children. Jerry and Charlotte had the joy of celebrating 72 years of marriage.
Jerry was a faithful member of Holy Family Parish in Emmetsburg. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Council #963 of 3rd Degree and Knights of Columbus Bishop Heelan Assembly of 4th Degree. He was an active member in St. Pat’s Association for many years and served as chairman. Jerry was honored with being the Grand Marshall of the St. Pat's Celebration in 2007. He was a former member of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and had most recently served on the R.S.V.P. Advisory Council which he truly enjoyed.
Jerry loved hunting and going fishing. He enjoyed doing yard work as well as feeding and watching the birds. Above all, Jerry absolutely loved his grandchildren and thoroughly enjoyed their visits.
Jerry passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at PARC Hall in Emmetsburg, Iowa at the age of 91. He was preceded in death by his parents, Verne and Iva Goodlaxson; his adoptive mother, Hazel; a grandson, Chris Opat; and son-in-law, Lin Hillyer.
He is survived by his wife, Charlotte of Emmetsburg, Iowa; his children, Pam Hillyer of Emmetsburg, Iowa, Mary Opat of San Tan Valley, Arizona, Bill (Barb) Goodlaxson of Emmetsburg, Iowa, Mike Goodlaxson of Council Bluffs, Iowa, Bob Goodlaxson of Urbandale , Iowa, Jim (Joan) Goodlaxson of Emmetsburg, Iowa, Tom (Janey) of Spirit Lake, Iowa, Tim Goodlaxson of Ankeny, Iowa and Kevin Goodlaxson of West Des Moines, Iowa; seventeen grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; as well as other relatives and many friends.
Arrangements by Martin-Mattice Funeral Home
Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Goodlaxson
Tammy Gillis
April 10, 2022
So sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I enjoyed taking care of Jerry and Charlotte at ECC, they were a very nice couple. RIP Jerry.
Polly Stampe
March 9, 2022
What a grateful man. And your spirit will live on through your family. RIP. And the rest shall fallow. Amen.
Polly
Marilyn Mugan Holmes
March 9, 2022
Our sincere sympathy and prayers on the passing of Jerry. He was one of the great supporters of Emmetsburg and an all-around good guy. Dave and Marilyn(Mugan) Holmes
Marcia Beatty
March 8, 2022
Goodlaxson family,
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marcia Beatty
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Loren and Denise Reit
March 5, 2022
Deepest sympathies to the Goodlaxson family. Your Dad was a humble man who left a great family legacy. Always enjoyed talking about the old E'Burg days with him. May he rest in peace.
Richard Brown
March 4, 2022
Im so so sorry he was a great man and i consider him as one of my parents. Praying for all you guys
Velma Johnson
March 4, 2022
Goodlaxson family,. Sorry for your loss. Remember the good times. God be with you during this hard time.
08/22/2015
Todd Carter
March 4, 2022
To the Goodlaxson Family -
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of Jerry. Our parents, Paul and Marice Carter of Sidney, Iowa, were friends with your parents dating back to the 1960s. Mom and dad lived in Emmetsburg and became good friends with Jerry, Charlotte and Dorothy Grace. In 2015 we had the great pleasure to see your folks and Dorothy. We brought mom and dad back to northern Iowa for a visit to Sanborn. Part of that trip included visiting the Grotto in West Bend. As we passed through Emmetsburg, we took a chance and looked up Dorothy’s phone number hoping to connect. Happily, we tracked her down and she in turn contacted your parents. We all met at your parent’s home and they had a great visit. They had not seen one another in many years. Your parents were so gracious to host us. Your dad was especially welcoming to their unexpected visitors. He relayed many stories of those days and the many memories they shared as friends. Attached here is a wonderful photo of that day.
Sadly, we lost mom in January of this year. Our hearts are full of prayers for your entire family during this difficult time.
The Carter Family –
Paul, Denise, Paul Jr., Lisa and Todd
Mike and Carol Fogarty
March 3, 2022
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Jerry! He was a very kind man and my parents held him in very high regard. We have many memories from when we were young and visited. All of you have our deepest sympathy!
Scott Wiley
March 3, 2022
I have so many fond memories of Jerry, a great man indeed! Thinking of the Goodlaxson family and sending my condolences.
Ned and Mary Ellen Munn
March 3, 2022
Our sympathy to the Goodlaxson family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Susy Gallagher Ketchum
March 2, 2022
Jerry was a great guy; funny, kind, witty. Jerry and Charlotte always welcomed us with open arms in high school and we always had such a great time. I remember one particular New Years Eve that was especially memorable. Sending prayers to the entire Goodlaxson family. Heaven gained an true angel.
Roger and Dar Hankey
March 2, 2022
Goodlaxson family- our sympathy to all in the loss of Jerry..what a nice man he was, he had a great life and took such good care of Charlotte.
Kent and Janelle Morrison
March 2, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
BEVERLY MORRISON
March 2, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
JoAnn Coakley
March 2, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Marcella Frevert
March 2, 2022
Dear Goodlaxon Family,
You all have our sincere sympathy with the loss of your very much loved one. We share your sorrow. He was one of the good guys. Love, Bill&Marcie Frevert
Sally Jordan
March 2, 2022
Jim, Joan, and families, Please accept my deepest sympathy on your Dad, Jerrys, passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
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