August James Goodwyne

August James Goodwyne “Gus” “AJ” peacefully entered into Eternal Rest on Tuesday, November
17, 2020 at the age of 75. He was a native of Algiers, Louisiana and resided in Harvey, Louisiana for 46 years. He is survived by his beloved wife Linda Plaisance Goodwyne for 45 years. Also survived by his daughter Tracy Lynn Goodwyne and stepson Thomas Joseph Dickerson. Grandchildren Mark Everett and Megan Elizabeth Smith. Step-grandchildren Brittany Dickerson Coomer, Tommy, Owen, and Hannah Dickerson. Step-great-grand-children T.J. and Aiden Coomer. Brother Warren Goodwyne. He is preceded in death by his parents Mary Pizzuto Goodwyne and Ralph Goodwyne, brother Ralph Goodwyne, Jr. and step-granddaughter Melinda Martin. Gus graduated from Martin Behrman High School, Class of 1963 and served his country in the United States Army for two years. He was a barber at Oakwood Barber Shop in Gretna, Louisiana. He was then employed by Union Pacific Railroad and retired after 20 years of service. The family would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to Compassus Hospice through this most difficult time. A heartfelt thanks is extended to nurses Emily and Robbie. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Homes, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, Louisiana on Monday, November 23, 2020 at 1:30 PM. Visitation will be held Monday from 11:30 AM until 1:30 PM. Interment will be at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Gretna. In compliance with current Covid restrictions, everyone attending must wear a mask and practice social distancing. Family and friends are encouraged to share their condolences, stories and memories by visiting www.mothefunerals.com .