Vickie Dianne Goddard, age 66, lifelong resident of South Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at her home surrounded by her husband and children. She was a 1969 graduate of Doyle High School. Preceded in death by parents, Jack Helmboldt and Kathleen Bradley; grandson, Adrien Goddard, and her fluffy white Great Pyrenees, Bear. Vickie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed cooking, gardening, swimming, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a devoted follower of Jesus and spent many hours in prayer and reading her Bible. She is survived by husband of 47 years, Sanford Goddard; daughters, Kelly Beal and husband, Greg; Cindy Woodward and husband, Greg; son, Sandy Goddard and wife, Chasity; grandsons, Josh Woodward and wife, Wallis, Tyler Beal, Jared Beal; granddaughters, Alyssa Goddard, Addison Goddard and Brynn Beal; brothers, Jack and Russ Helmboldt; sister, Kathy Helmboldt and their spouses; step-father, Fred Bradley. The family will receive friends 4:00pm until 7:00pm Sunday, October 1, 2017 in the chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Highway, with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 7:00pm. Pastors Edwin and Doug Daniel officiating. The family will meet at 10:00am Monday, October 2, 2017 at Berry Funeral Home and proceed to Woodlawn Cemetery for an 11:00am graveside service. Pallbearers will be Sam Palmer, Jerry Palmer, Danny Holland, Jerry Potter, Ernie Brewster and Scottie Smith. Online condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com.
SHARE OBITUARY
v.1.8.18