Roderick "Rod" William Goodall

Roderick “Rod” William Goodall of Colorado Springs, CO, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2023, at home with loved ones. He was a retired officer of the Colorado Springs Police Department, known for his work at the Training Academy. Additionally, he was an instructor at Pikes Peak Community College’s law enforcement program for several years and he started the Pikes Peak Fencing League, running it for over 40 years.

Rod was the only child of William and Myrtle Goodall. He was born October 20, 1946, in Colorado Springs, CO, where he continued to live throughout his life, saying “there was no place he liked better.” In 2002, he married his love and partner of more than 30 years, Teri Goodall, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his loving daughter, Christina Goodall, and extended family members.

During his life, Rod was a championship fencer, a top race car driver, a nationally ranked competitive shooter, a daily hiker, a naturally gifted instructor, a caring husband, a beloved father, and a trusted friend. Quick with a witticism or quote about life, his unique mix of wisdom and humor were valued by those who knew him best. He will be deeply missed by those he leaves behind.

In honor of his lifetime love for Colorado's great outdoors and parks, a Celebration of Life will be held at Monument Valley Park Pavilion on Sunday, September 24, 2023, at 1pm. For details and attendance information, please see below:

- Casual gathering. Jeans and t-shirts or other casual attire encouraged.

- Food and refreshments will be served.

- There will be opportunities to share memories and stories.

- Getting there:

**Address: 220 Mesa Rd., Colorado Springs, CO 80905

**The GPS will drop you at Cache La Poudre and Mesa. Go west on Mesa, the parking lot will be on

your left.

**Parking is available in the parking lot or on the street near the railroad tracks.

**From the parking lot, follow the paved pathway on a short walk past the tennis courts to the Pavilion.

**Pavilion is covered and picnic bench seating provided.

Flowers, contributions, or favorite memories for the Goodall family may be sent directly to the family or through the care of Swan-Law Funeral Directors.