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Obituary

CHARLES THOMAS GOODEN, transitioned this life peacefully at his home in Olivette, Missouri, Tuesday, October 8, 2024.

He leaves to cherish his life testimony, ministry and memory, his daughter Angela M. Gooden, four nephews, Charles Gooden Walton(Karon), Kenneth Taylor, Marc Taylor (Neva), Victor Taylor, two nieces, Denise Walton, Oleandria Walton, two God Children, Gilda Travagline (Raymond), Erika Hickman(Christopher) and a host of extended family, close, lifelong friends and professional colleagues.

Charles grew up in Waukegan, …

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I extend my deepest sympathy to you,  Angela and you family.  I was privileged to meet during our time at Wheaton Colle…
I extend my deepest sympathy to you,  Angela and you family.  I was privileged to meet during our t…
I extend my deepest sympathy to you,  Angela and you family.  I …
Charles is at peace and we will miss his warm welcoming presence and his legacy will be remembered for decades to come.…
Charles is at peace and we will miss his warm welcoming presence and his legacy will be remembered …
Charles is at peace and we will miss his warm welcoming presence…

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Community Involvement

Church

Attendee of

Our Lady of the Pillar Catholic Church

Participated in

Past President of

Kappa Alpha Psi

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Timeline

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Born

March 23rd, 1932
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Got married to Dr. Frances Gooden, PhD

December 27th, 1958
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Had a child, Angela Gooden

November 20th, 1961
St. Louis, MO

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Method of disposition

Burial

Final resting place

Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery

2900 Sheridan Road, St. Louis, MO 63125
Williams-James Mortuary
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Williams-James Mortuary

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