Monica Nell Goodwin

Monica Nell Goodwin, 50, of Savannah, Ga, entered eternal rest on January 3, 2024. She was born on June 23rd, 1973, in Odessa, Texas to the late George C. Manly and Sonya B. Cowart.

Monica was the beloved wife of the late Clinton “Clint” A. Goodwin, and loving mother of daughter, Laikin T. Dooley, and her Yorkie, Turtle. Monica was a loving sister, aunt, friend, and devoted Tennessee Volunteers fan.

Before moving to Savannah, Ga., Monica attended Permian High School in Odessa, Texas, and was an avid Panthers fan. While growing up she was always known to be friendly and outgoing.
Monica’s enthusiasm and empathy led her to a career focused on customer service and public relations. She loved working with others and taking on new challenges. She was known for her confidence, grace, and radiant smile.

Monica was passionate for high heels and horses. If heels were as practical as boots, she would have worn them while riding! Her love for horses led her to volunteer for programs such as Horses for Healing, providing therapeutic riding for disabled veterans and special needs children.

Monica was a faithful Christian, who loved the Lord, her family, church, and community. She will forever be remembered for her style, charm, and charismatic personality.

Monica is loved dearly and missed by many.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Clinton “Clint” A. Goodwin, father, George C. Manly; mother, Sonya B. Cowart; brother, Joel “Scott” Heatley; paternal grandparents, George C. and Nell L. Manly; and maternal grandparents, Jack H. and Thelda R. Blackburn.

Monica is survived by: her daughter, Laikin Dooley of Savannah, Ga.; stepmom, Kay Manly, of Midland Texas; stepchildren William Goodwin and Anna Goodwin; sisters, Shannon Heatley and Melanie Young; nieces and nephews, Kala Mason, Dillon Mason, Emily Young, all of Savannah, Ga, Ryan Heatley, Riley Heatley of Richmond, Virginia; great niece and nephew, Kinley and Liam; aunt and uncle Charles “Fred” and Sharon B Panch; and many cousins.

All whose lives Monica touched are invited to attend the funeral service at 2 o'clock Friday, January 12, 2024 in the Chapel of the Gamble Funeral Service.

This service will be streamed live on Zoom via the link below.
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Please join the family following the service to reminisce and support each other.

Donations in Monica’s memory can be made to the Gary Sinise Foundation, which serves America’s veterans, defenders, and their families ( https://www.garysinisefoundation.org ), or Second Chances Equine Rescue Inc. ( https://scer-ga.org/ ).