John Goodwin Jr., husband of Robbie Mae Morton Goodwin went on to eternal rest on January 11, 2021 at the age of 75.

He was born on November 7, 1945 to the late John Goodwin Sr. and Essie Warren Goodwin in Havre de Grace, Maryland. He graduated from high school in Maryland and went on to serve our country in the Navy.

He met his wife in Greenwood during a visit with family and planted deep roots here in South Carolina. Attaining a degree in mechanical engineering, John, also known as "June" was a trailblazer, the first African-American to work at the public works water treatment plant here in Greenwood, South Carolina open doors of opportunities for those that came after him.

He worked for many years in manufacturing, including Greenwood Mills, Monsanto, Jarvis and Bollag, followed by several years at Eaton. He was active in his community and was known for the giving of his time and knowledge.

Fixing a car, giving a ride, substitute teaching or giving a helping hand were all things that John was known for as well as his love for God. He always had a "thumbs up" for his grandchildren and taught them karate along with helping fellow veterans get the necessary information they needed.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Kelvin (Felishia) Goodwin, one sister, Maggie Goodwin and two brothers, Mark Gilbert and Bruce Goodwin.

Still with us to cherish his memory are; his wife of 50 years, Robbie Mae Goodwin, three daughters Wanda (Vincent) King, Roberta (Brad) Collier and Johnice (Sean) Lowe; four sisters, Mattie Lee Brown, Mary Ellen Goodwin-Brown, Annie Ruth Goodwin, Barbara Jean (William) Stewart; and one brother, Charles Gilbert; thirteen grandchildren: Victoria King, Vincent King II, Serenity Collier, Ariana Goodwin, Miracle Collier, Seanice Lowe, Johnathon Lowe, Darius Collier, Seth Goodwin, Wyatt King, Warren King, Patrice Lowe and Alyse Lowe; two great-grandchildren August and Levi Battalio, a honorary son/nephew Rodney Goodwin as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Graveside service will be held at noon on Saturday, January 16, 2021  at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in  Greenwood, South Carolina. Public viewing will be Friday at 1-6 P.M. at the funeral home.

The family is at the home of the youngest daughter, Johnice Lowe, at 212 Sloan Avenue Greenwood, South Carolina.

Social distancing and mask wearing will be observed.

Parks Funeral Home is assisting the Goodwin Family.