Ralph Goodman

He was born in Calumet, on November 29, 1929, to Ellen (Larson) and Jalmer Goodman. After graduation he served two years in the U.S. Army, some of which was served in Germany.

There he met his wife, Anita Vorman. After returning from the service he worked for the C&H mining company in the local mines. He also worked for Griffin’s, Swift Hardware and Michigan Tech where he retired from.

Ralph was a legend in the Keweenaw for his hunting and fishing..most of his hunting was done in the Lac La Belle area where his camp is that he and his wife, Anita, built from the bottom up. He also traveled to Isle Royal, Idaho, Washington, Iowa and his dream trip to Alaska which was made possible by his good friend Pete Balma and family. He loved dancing, which he did often.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Anita; his parents, a brother, Elmer; and two sisters, Eleanor and Helen.

He’s survived by a son, John Goodman; a daughter, Cindy (Steve) Kyllonen; three grandchildren, Jen (Tony) Hatala, Steven (Sherry White) Tarvis, Michael (Jen) Tarvis; 20 great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He’s also survived by dear friend and companion, Dorothy Dault.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations to be given to your favorite charity. Online condolences can be left for the family at ericksoncrowleypeterson.com.