Dolton Goodman

Jr.

Dolton Goodman Jr. 85, Beaumont, TX; passed Dec. 24, 2024.

Services are Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, at Proctor's Mortuary 3522 Washington Blvd. Beaumont, TX. Visitation will begin at 8AM until Funeral at 10AM.

Dolton Joseph Goodman, Jr, was born March 30, 1939, in Beaumont, Texas to Dolton Goodman and Beatrice Carrier Goodman, he was the second oldest of three children born to this union. Dolton attended Blessed Sacrament and Our Mother of Mercy Catholic School and was baptized in the Catholic Church on June of 1952. After graduating in 1957 he met Elizabeth Kidd and was married in July of 1958, where they were blessed with five children. In 1959 Dolton joined the United States Army and served his country until 1962, then reenlisted with the Army National Guard until April of 1994.

Dolton worked for Texaco Refinery for 15 years until he was laid off. He later went to work for Austin Industry until he retired.

Joseph loved rodeos, zydeco music, playing dominos, and being around family and friends. He was always making jokes and keeping you laughing one way or another.

Dolton was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Elizabeth Goodman; Daughters: Mary Goodman Hernandez, Carolyn Goodman Wheaton, Carol Goodman; Granddaughters: LeKeshia Rubin, Briana Goodman; Parents: Dolton and Beatrice Goodman; Siblings: Bernice Jacobs, and Oliver Goodman.

Dolton leaves to cherish his memories, Sons: Michael Goodman (Louise), Andre Goodman (Sheila), eleven grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Proctor's Mortuary - Beaumont, is in charge of final arrangements, 3522 Washington Blvd. Beaumont, TX. 77705 (409) 840-2022.The guest book can be signed; words of comfort and condolences for the family can be left at www.proctorsmortuary.com