Robert was born in DeSoto, Texas, graduated from Crozier Tech High School in Dallas. He was an electrician and contractor for electrical work most of his life. Mr. Goodnight was preceded in death by his parents and his son: Jackie Charles Goodnight in 1981. Survivors for Mr. Goodnight include his wife: Marjorie Nell Reeves Goodnight of Waxahachie, his son and wife: Robert Michael and Connie Goodnight of Creed, CO, daughter: Teresa Ann Whitaker of Waxahachie, TX, daughter in law and her husband: Sherry and Mike Dugan of Arkansas, grandchildren: Michael Reid Goodnight, Robert Justin (Taryn) Goodnight, James Cody Goodnight, Courtney Elizabeth (Kenny) Allen, Leslie Renee (Geoff) Moulton, Benjamin Kyle Whitaker, seven great grandchildren, step-brother: Henry Joe Goodnight of East Texas, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and additional relatives.
MEMORIALS may be made to CANCER INSTITUTE OF DALLAS (www.cancerinstitutedallas.org) 310 E. Hwy 67, Duncanville, TX 75137