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Mr. Charles R. “Chuck” Goad, 73, of Dogwood Lane, Mocksville, died peacefully and unexpectedly on Friday, Dec. 23, 2022 at his home.

He was born on Sept. 3, 1949 in Roanoke, Va. to the late William and Eleanor Decker Goad.

Chuck was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during Vietnam. He was a very outgoing person who loved talking to people, helping others, and never met a stranger. He was a loving and devoted husband and father, a jack of all trades, and was the family handyman. He loved his family, bluegrass music, and NASCAR.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: a son, Samuel Taylor; a grandson, Richard Goad; a sister, Gale Gillis; and 2 brothers, Ernest Lee Goad, and Leonard Goad.

Survivors include: his wife, Elizabeth Foster Goad; 3 children, Maggie Rabon (Austin) of Mocksville, Sherry Woolwine of Virginia, and Richard Goad of Virginia; 2 sisters, Nancy Campbell (Doanld) and Linda Faye Harris, all ov Virginia. 4 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his little canine friend, Luna.

A memorial graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 30 at Rose Cemetery with Rev. Glenda Bennett officiating. Military Honors will be conducted by the U.S. National Guard and the VFW Memorial Honor Guard.

Consider memorials: VFW Memorial Honor Guard, PO Box 601, Clemmons, NC 27012; or to Davie Humane Society, PO Box 937, Mocksville, NC 27028.

Eaton Funeral Home of Mocksville is serving the family.