Paul M. Goodnough

Paul M. Goodnough, 84, of North Syracuse, passed away peacefully Monday, January 22, 2024. A native of Moravia, he was born to the late Paul “Jack” and Lovina (Morris) Goodnough. He resided in Liverpool for many years and later in Angier, North Carolina for 30 years before moving back to North Syracuse.

Paul was a U.S. Air Force veteran serving from 1957 – 1961. He drove tractor trailers for most of his career working for various trucking companies in North Carolina and Syracuse including Salt City Produce, Riccelli Trucking and Firestone. While in North Carolina, Paul owned and operated his own landscaping business for many years. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed exploring nature, boating, fishing, and hunting. He was also a NASCAR fan.

Paul was predeceased by his wife of 27 years, the former Joan Moore in 2018 and by a stepson, Glenn Lickvar in 2019.

He is survived by three daughters: Sondra Johnson of Hermon, NY, Dawn Barton of Florida, and Angie Mason of Arizona; five siblings: Robert Goodnough of Florida, Dennis (Kristina) Goodnough, Patricia (David) Murray, all of Liverpool, David (Amy) Goodnough of Avon, NY, and Brenda (Matthew) Smith of Daytona, FL; his sister-in-law, Mary Moore, with whom he resided; several grandchildren, stepchildren, nieces, and nephews. 

Contributions in Paul’s memory may be made to the American Lung Association, 155 Washington Ave., Suite 210, Albany, NY 12210.

Services will be announced at a later date.