Patsie Ruth Goodrich

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patsie Ruth Goodrich. Patsie passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 22, 2026, after courageously enduring a 3+year struggle with underlying health issues. She was 93 years old. Born on July 19, 1933 in Mount Pleasant, Texas, Patsie was the beloved daughter of George Newton and Willie Opal Smith. Her early years were marked by the warmth of family and the strong bonds she shared with her siblings, James Smith and Martha Moore, who predeceased her. Patsie was a proud graduate of Mount Pleasant High School. After graduation, she attended Executive Secretarial School, Tyler, Texas honing skills that would serve her well throughout her short career. Her professional journey included different roles at Braniff Airlines at Love Field. She also worked for Verson Manufacturing in Dallas, Texas. Patsie was a Wonderful housewife and homemaker for her family. She made numerous friends throughout the years due to her friendly demeanor and wonderful smile and loving personality. On June 23, 1956, Patsie married the love of her life, Johnny Paul Goodrich, together they built a life filled with love and laughter. Johnny preceded her in death. Patsie's heart remained full with the love she shared with her children, Paul Goodrich, Susan Carman Goodrich, and Calvin Goodrich, alongside his wife Kim. Patsie's legacy is further carried by her cherished grandchildren, Jennifer Garrison and her husband Jack, Sarah Schilling and her husband Jeremiah, and Grant Goodrich and his wife Kimberly. Her great-grandchildren; Alli, Liam, Caleb, Jeremiah, Ian, and Benji. They brought immeasurable joy to her later years. A woman of varied interests; Patsie was an avid fan of local sports teams, especially the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers. She found solace and joy in reading her beloved Harlequin novels, working on crossword puzzles, and engaging in spirited board games with her family. Her outgoing personality and warmth left a lasting impression on all who knew her. A celebration of Patsie's life will be held on October 30, 2026, at 12:30 PM at Roselawn Funeral Home, located at 1000 S. Highway 175, Seagoville, TX. Her family invites all who knew her to join in honoring her memory. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in Patsie's name. They would also like to extend heartfelt thanks to all the compassionate individuals at The Manor at Seagoville who provided support and care during the past three plus years. Patsie Ruth Goodrich's life was a testament to love, resilience, and the power of family. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.