Randall Eugene Goodrum Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Randall Eugene Goodrum, age 73, passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021 surrounded by his family. Randall was born April 21, 1947 in Bayou La Batre, AL and was a resident of Grand Bay, AL. Randall graduated from Peter F. Alba High School in 1965 and enlisted in the United States Navy. After proudly serving his county, he worked for a short time as a police officer for the city of Bayou La Batre, Alabama. Randall was a master carpenter throughout his life, working in the housing and shipbuilding industry. He finished his career by working for Ingalls Shipbuilding where he was a joiner/insulator and planner before retiring in 2009. Randall is survived by his wife of 48 years, Mary Ellen (Sprinkle) Goodrum. He was the proud father to two daughters, Mary Ann Woods (Tim) of Grand Bay, AL and Donna Steelman (Daniel) of Robertsdale, Alabama. He was the loving grandfather to 6 grandchildren, Lauren Bosarge (Chance), Cody Woods (Brianna), Casey Woods, Annabelle Steelman, Holly Steelman, and Brady Steelman; and 6 great-grand children, Tanner, Jeremiah, McKenzie, Rori, Natalie, and Daniel. Randall is survived by one brother, Douglas Goodrum, Sr.; and one sister, Barbara Seward. Randall was preceded in death by his father, Harold Goodrum; mother, Marian Goodrum; sister, Matilda Wynant; and brother, Joseph Goodrum. A memorial service will be held graveside at 1:15 PM at Oddfellows Cemetery in Bayou La Batre, AL. Pallbearers will be Daniel Steelman, Brady Steelman, Tim Woods, Cody Woods, Casey Woods, and Chance Bosarge.

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Randall Eugene Goodrum

April 21, 1947 - January 3, 2021