Katherine Mary Goodland, 94, a longtime resident of Bellingham, passed away August 1, 2013. She was born December 31, 1918 in Butte, Montana, to William and Winifred (Gorman) Wilson, and grew up in Boulder, Montana. Katherine and Jack H. Goodland married in 1941, and made Bellingham their home.
Katherine is survived by her sons, John and his wife, Bonnie Goodland, of Everson, and Bill and his wife, Wendy Zuiderbaan Goodland, of Burlington; four grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and a close nephew, Bill LaPlante, of Auburn, Washington.
Katherine was preceded in death by her husband, Jack in 1970.
A Family Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Her final resting place will be next to her husband at Bayview Cemetery, Bellingham. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.
My sister Shorty Spore, lived across the street from Mrs. Goodland. I was over at my sisters house a lot and got to know the Goodland family. She was always so nice to all who came by. I went to school with her son Bill and also knew John. I had dinner at her home and always felt welcome. Sad to say, most of her neighbors have also passed away except for Elaine Farrington. I was so sorry to hear about her passing, I am also from Butte Montana. Her family can take comfort that she is with her friends and neighbors and will have their own holiday get together soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you Bill and John and your families.
So sorry to hear of Katherine’s passing. She was such a wonderful, caring, and fun person. We really miss the Christmas Eves at her house and thought of her often over the years. It is sad how we lose touch with friends over time. She will be at peace and with her family that has gone on before. Our Sue joined her just a few days ago, so I am sure they are reminiscing about all those fun Christmas Eves and are sharing a laugh or two at our expense.
Prayers going out to you all, and know that we will see her again.