LOSING A FRIEND

Joey's good friend Scott died this week.

He was only forty-years-old

Joey will miss him very much.

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.

Love leaves a memory no one can steal."

Joey and Scott at Nascar races in Las Vegas, Nevada

Scott 'Scooter' Goodwin


March 30, 1970 to Feb. 14, 2011

HAGERMAN - Scott "Scooter" Goodwin passed away Monday, Feb.14, 2011, at the North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding, Idaho.

Scott was born to Mary and Larry Goodwin on March 30, 1970, in Ceres, Calif. Scott attended Hilmar schools and graduated from Hilmar High School. Scott was a star football player and received much recognition from the local community and many write-ups in the newspaper. Scott never lost his love for the game.

Scott moved to Hagerman in 2002 and helped his parents operate the popular Larry and Mary's Restaurant. Scott was much loved by all of his customers and friends; he had a generous happy heart and would help anyone who needed help. Scott's infectious laugh raised the spirits of everyone who came in contact with him. Scott loved the outdoors, sports, NASCAR racing, and was a die-hard Boise State Bronco fan.

Scott is survived by his parents, Mary and Larry Goodwin; his daughters, Jordyn and Bryana; his brother, Danny; his sister-in-law, Rosie; his sister, Stacy; aunts, Vickie Booth, Cathie Cramer and Lina Schouten; uncles, Larry Jones and Rob Hatfield; and numerous cousins.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 18, at the American Legion Hall, 281 N. State St. in Hagerman.

Come to me, all you who are  weary and burdened,

and I will give you rest.  Take my yoke upon you

and learn from from me,

for I am gentle and humble in heart,

and you will find rest for your souls.

For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."

Matthew 11:26-28