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Dennis Paul Goodsell Click for Condolences      Printable Version
1947 - 2011

Dennis Paul GoodsellDennis Paul Goodsell age 63 passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving wife of 41 years and their two children on Wednesday February 9, 2011 at his home near Greenville. He was born in Elkhart, Indiana May 18,1947 the son of Ray and Roberta (Hammond) Goodsell. He married Paula L. Balasa on February 14, 1970.

Dennis was one of a kind person who put his family above everything else in his life.

He owned the family business Denny's Disposal for 30 years before retiring. He spent his last 12 years traveling and enjoying his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Paula, their son Brent ( Jody) Goodsell of Phoenix AZ, their daughter, Erin ( Ned) Greenop of Ada, grandchildren, Ashley, Ryan and Nathan Goodsell, Sophia, Liam and Joseph Greenop, his parents Ray and Roberta of Belding, his brothers, John of Belding, Mike (Jan) of Grand Rapids, his sister Becki (Jim) Hansen of Greenville, Paula's family; Ruthann Ziegler of Tecumseh, MI, Carolyn Amick of Britton MI and Tom(Sharon) Balasa of South Bend, IN, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services will be held 11 AM Saturday February 12, 2011 at Hurst Funeral Home with Rev. Tom Harris of Shiloh Community church officiating. Burial will be in Rest Haven Memory Gardens, Belding. The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday from 3 to 5 PM and 7 to 9 PM. Memorial contributions may be given to Van Andel Institute for cancer research or Spectrum Health Hospice


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There are currently 44 condolences.


Sue Joy Haag
Saturday August 20, 2011 at 1:00 AM

Paula, So sorry to read of the passing of your husband Denny.Accept my deepest sympathy. Sue
 
JIm & Jill Mason
Thursday February 17, 2011 at 5:24 PM

Jim and I were saddened to hear of Denny's passing. We send our love and support to you and all your family. He will certainly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Blessing to you all. Jim & Jill
 
Dan Hassert
Saturday February 12, 2011 at 11:13 AM

Brent, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I remember even as teens he would speak to you and interact with you as if you were an adult...his equal. That was indicative of your relationship and he treated us the same way. He was a fine man and you have an excellent family, my friend. -Dan Hassert
 
Roy & Joyce Svehla
Saturday February 12, 2011 at 11:00 AM

Brent, We are deeply sorry for your family's loss. Please know we keep your Dad and the entire Goodsell family in our prayers during this tough time. Roy
 
Olga Albert
Friday February 11, 2011 at 9:10 PM

Dear Paula and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Olga Albert
 
LaVerne & Sharon Schut
Friday February 11, 2011 at 5:18 PM

Paula, Erin, Brent & family our sincere sympathy to all of you & may the peace of God be with you. The phrase one in a million applied to Denny. You're in our thoughts & prayers. LaVerne & Sharon Schut
 
Ron and Karen Duff
Friday February 11, 2011 at 4:06 PM

Dear Goodsell Family, It is with a heavy heart I am writing this. Please accept our deepest sympathies. I hope that your fond memories will help ease some of the pain you are feeling. Denny was such a great man and will be missed by everyone.~~~ Many Blessings Ron and Karen Duff
 
Mike Peskin
Friday February 11, 2011 at 2:51 PM

Mike and Jan, the passing of a loved one is never easy. Please accept my deepest sympathy. You and your family are in my prayers. Mike Peskin
 
Mark, Cheryl & Colton Creswell
Friday February 11, 2011 at 2:46 PM

Dear Brent, Jody, Ashley, Ryan and Nathan, We are sorry for your loss. Yet we believe that Denny is a great peace now. May you have the comfort of the memories and the support of thosse who care about you during this time. God Bless. Mark, Cheyl & Colton
 
Sarah Winkle
Friday February 11, 2011 at 10:49 AM

Dear Paula, Ned & Erin, and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time. I am glad I got to meet Denny a few times, and I loved seeing his enthusiasm with Sophia, Liam, and Joseph. Many blessings. Sarah
 
Kathy Kohn
Friday February 11, 2011 at 10:26 AM

All of our thoughts and prayers are with your family,you are a very close family and that is what will keep you going, know that Denny is in a wonderful place and God will give you great strength to get through this difficult time.God bless you all.
 
Randy Schmidt
Friday February 11, 2011 at 9:41 AM

Paula, Brent, and family. My condolences to your family. Although words are not enough to describe what a great man Denny was, his memories will be with us for a lifetime. God Bless!
 
McKeivers
Friday February 11, 2011 at 9:32 AM

Mike, Jan and family, We am very sorry for your loss and are thinking of you during this time. Please let us know if you need anything. Charlie, Gen & Ella McKeiver
 
Rhonda Wert-Carr
Friday February 11, 2011 at 8:33 AM

Paula, Brent and family, My heart goes out to you all. Denny was always a joy to see and speak with in the office. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless, Rhonda Wert-Carr
 
Gino & Carol Bazzani
Friday February 11, 2011 at 7:19 AM

To the Goodsell family (Big Ray & Bert, Paula, Brent & Jody, Erin & Ned, and John), we will always have good memories of Denny and you. We are so sorry for your loss.
 
John and Val Rayborn
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 10:21 PM

To the Goodsell family, It is with heavy hearts and our deepest sympathy we say good bye to a friend and a great guy. To know him was to love him. Denny loved his family and always put them first. He will live on through them. Love John and Val
 
Tony and Jenny Rosback
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 9:44 PM

Jenny and I wish all in the Goodsell family peace and comfort while celebrating the life of Dennis.
 
Katie White
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 9:31 PM

Paula, I was so sorry to read about Denny's death. My condolences to you and your family. Katie White
 
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Thursday February 10, 2011 at 9:27 PM

 
DJ Egedy ( David Lange)
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 9:18 PM

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Mike. Dj and David (Egedy/Lange)
 
Dan & Luanne DeBaar
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Thursday February 10, 2011 at 9:15 PM

Paula: You are in our thoughts and prayers. Still remember stopping by your house to visit on our motorcycle. So long ago and still a good memory.
 
Doug, Amy, Kara & Tyler Wittingen, Matt&Jessica Tracy
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 9:08 PM

Mike & Jan, Paula & Family - Sorry to hear about Denny. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept our condolences during this difficult time. With sympathy, Doug, Amy, Kara & Tyler, Matt & Jessica
 
Diana Goodsell
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 4:51 PM

Denny and I never spent much time together but I have always had a great deal of respect and love for him. I know Dad loved him as well. You're right to say he was one of a kind. Please accept my condolences and prayers. Diana
 
Tom and Lynn Evenhouse
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 4:28 PM

Brent and Family Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May Gods peace that passes all understanding be with you.
 
Linda Boultinghouse
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 9:51 AM

Dear Paula, I'm so SORRY for your loss. My heart goes out to you. Denny was a Great Man! Like you said God takes the good first. Peace be with you my friend & know that I am here. Love you.Linda Boultinghouse
 
Bradley & Shannon Hawley
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 9:39 AM

Paula and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Brad has said time and again how much he enjoyed working at Denny's. You are very special people. Embrace all your memories and hold them close to your heart. Prayers & Love Brad & Shannon Hawley
 
Pastor Ken & Bev Harger
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 9:11 AM

Dear Goodsell Family; I was sorry to hear of the death of Dennis and I wish I was there to support you but at this time we are in Florida. I wanted you to know I really appreciated Dennis I got to know him when he was the owner of Denny's Disposal and he always had great respect for me and the ministry at Shiloh Community Church and that meant a lot to me.He will be missed but I will keep your family in my prayers for God's comfort to be yours. God Bless you Pastor Ken
 
Dave & Cindy Antcliff and family
Thursday February 10, 2011 at 9:11 AM

Dear Paula and family, Sending our love and support to you all. Paula, you and Denny entered our lives a long time ago and we will always cherish the memories of you and Denny when you helped us in our time of need caring for our Amber & Lisa when we worked. Your home was always full of love and happiness. Denny will be sincerely missed and we will always remember his loving smile. God Bless. Dave, Cindy and family.
 
The Haley Family
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 9:26 PM

Paula, Erin and Brent, Sending prayers and love to you all. May you draw strength and comfort in knowing that Denny is at peace. Blessings to you all, Bill, Lynne, Kyle, Colleen and Katie
 
Teri (Amick) Kurtz
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 9:09 PM

Paula I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts are with you and your family.
 
Jeff & Sheri Padding & Family
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 8:22 PM

Mike & Jan, Paula & Family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, husband, father, and grandfather. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time. With our sincere sympathy, Jeff & Sheri Padding Brad & Angie, Teri, & Cyndi
 
Laurie and Alan Hartley
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 6:49 PM

Dear Paula, Brent, Jody, Erin and Ned and kids. . . our memories of Denny are non replaceable and our family loves and cherishes each one and thanks you for allowing us to be a part of his life. Much sympathy and love, Laurie, Al and kids
 
Chris Murphy Fitzgerakd
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 6:37 PM

Paula and family, we have neve met. I am Carolyn's daughter, Chris. I am so sorry to hear of Dennis' passing. Dad told me of the good times they had at your home. My prayers are with you.
 
Chris
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 6:33 PM

 
Rich and Shirl Miner
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 5:27 PM

Brent and family, Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are close in our thoughts and prayers.
 
Heidi Straubel
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 5:15 PM

Paula, Brent, Erin and families, I was so sorry to hear about Denny's passing this morning. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that he isn't suffering any longer. Blessings to you all.
 

Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 4:59 PM

Goodsell family most of you know who i am. I am a good friend of Ashleys' most of you have ment me over the summers...you are all in my thoughts and prayers..Denny was dearly loved by many people...i deffinately enjoyed being around him, i will miss him...i am dearly sorry about your loss of a great man...he made impression in many peoples lifes and he will never be forgotten..... Love,Cami
 
John & Deb Curler
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 4:52 PM

Paula & the rest of the Goodsell family. Our thoughts are with you at this time. May your memories keep you in comfort. Denny will be missed by many & thought of fondly forever.
 
Jim Porter & Renee Porter
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 4:25 PM

Brent and Family, We are sorry for the loss of your father. We will have him in our prayers.
 
Rick & Bessie , Sarah, Kevin Lipp
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 4:19 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. we are here for all of you and Denny will be greatly missed. we all send our love
 
Rob & Karen McClellon
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 3:22 PM

Brent - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I'm certain the strength of family will help you through your loss. Please reach out to us if we can assist in any manner. God be with you.
 
Steve Martin & Rob McClellon
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 3:01 PM

To Brent Goodsell and family. We are sorry for the loss of your father and we will have you in our prayers.
 

Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 2:54 PM

 
Dennis & Shirley Hayes
Wednesday February 9, 2011 at 12:30 PM

Paula, We are deeply sorry for your loss. Let us know if we can help you in anyway. Denny was such a kind man. God's Blessings to you and your family. Love, Dennis and Shirley Hayes
 







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