DAVID GOODMAN

GOODMAN DAVID S. 86 years young, of Churchville, PA, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2021. He was the beloved husband and soulmate of Susan Goodman (Goodman) for 42 years. Loving father of sons Allan (Susan), Gary (Shelley) and daughter Abrea Goodman Truskin (Scott). Devoted grandfather of Jason Goodman (Joy), Taryn Goodman, Cory Goodman, Allie Truskin and Kevin Monachelli. Dear great-grandfather of Julian and Jordan Goodman. Dave was loved like a brother to Susan's four sisters the moment he entered her family. He was also an uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend to many. Dave was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Katherine Goodman and his sister, Carole Weiss. Dave was born in Philadelphia on March 30, 1935, and moved to Broomall in 1951. He played on the varsity basketball team for Marple Newtown High School where he developed his love for the game. He lived for many years in Philadelphia and eventually moved to Bucks County and was a resident of Langhorne for many years before moving to Churchville for the past fourteen years. Dave enjoyed watching NBA basketball and was an avid fan of the 76ers. He attended many games in person as well as watching on television. He was considered a basketball historian of sorts and if you mentioned any player who played in the NBA, he'd probably seen them play and knew something about them. He loved classic rock music, especially Pink Floyd. He enjoyed going to see live music. Seeing The Machine at The Keswick Theatre the day after Thanksgiving was something of a ritual for many years running. Dave enjoyed traveling on cruises to the Caribbean, but Sedona, Arizona was Dave and Suz's happy place to relax and unwind. They loved to dine out and the Capital Grille was one of their favorite restaurants as well as Ristorante Denicola in Richboro. Dave was a real animal lover. He enjoyed the company of his many cats over the years, and they adored him. Dave was a proud, patriotic military veteran who served in the U.S. Army as a corporal, stationed in Germany from 1954 through 1956. He worked in the men's clothing manufacturing industry as a cutter until 1990. He then decided to go back into the cigar business which was a passion of his from years earlier. He was the proud owner of the oldest cigar store in Olde City Philadelphia, the famous Harry's Smoke Shop at 3rd and Market Streets until he retired in 2001. Dave was extraordinarily handy around the house and with cars and seemed able to repair anything that he encountered. He also worked in air conditioning and refrigeration repair as a side business. Most importantly, he was a wonderful husband to Susan, dedicated family man and beloved friend to all who ever met him. His kindness and good nature will not soon be forgotten. He was the consummate gentleman…a "real mensch". Relatives and friends are invited to Funeral Services, Monday, 11:30 A.M. precisely at GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS SUBURBAN NORTH, 310 2nd Street Pk., Southampton, PA. Masks are required, and the family prefers only those fully vaccinated attend the services. Int. Roosevelt Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to a charity of the donor's choice. www.goldsteinsfuneral.com