W. Dale Dr. Goodrich, Jr.
Dr. W. Dale Goodrich, Jr., age 76, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2019. He was a lifetime college educator, spending 5 years at WSU; 5 years at PSU and 27 years at Friends University. He retired as an Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs. Preceded in death by parents, W. Dale Goodrich, Sr. and Virginia Goodrich. Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Jeanette; brothers, Jan D. (Candy) Goodrich of Wichita, Martin G. (Nancy) Goodrich of Denver, CO; stepchildren, Daniel Tajchman of Wichita, Michael (Brian Carr) Tajchman of Chicago, IL and Kristine (Jay) Tiziani of Long Island, NY; grandchildren, Emily (Jonathan) Johnston of Ocala, FL, Wade Tajchman of Wichita, Kendall and Keifer Stroff of Long Island, NY; 2 great-grandsons and nieces and nephews. Memorial donations may be made to Friends University, Dale Goodrich Memorial, Attn: University Advancement, 2100 West University Avenue, Wichita, Kansas 67213 or online at friends.edu/give. Visitation, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Friday, November 22, 2019; Funeral Service, 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 23, 2019, both at Downing & Lahey Mortuary West.
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Dale is somewhat responsible for the path my life has taken since his moving into Administration at Friends University opened up a math faculty position which I took almost 25 years ago. Back then I was just finishing graduate school and had no idea what to do next. The job offer to teach at Friends meant a move to a new state for me, where I later met and married a great guy and had two sons. I still have a few of Dale’s old things in my office at Friends. One of my files has some of his old exams; I didn’t really know how to write an exam back in the day and used his as a guide. I’m sorry to hear of his passing and have some fond memories of his presence at faculty meetings. Brenda (Moyer) Smith
I am so very sorry to learn of Dale’s passing. It was a pleasure to work with him. Please accept my condolences and know that I am praying for all.
Jeanette, I’m sorry for your loss. Dale was a great teacher and friend for many years. We are thinking of you at this time. We will be out of state this weekend and will not be able to attend his service. We wish you and the family the best. David and Kathy Pauls
My deepest sympathy to all in the Goodrich family.
Jeanette and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Dale rest in peace.
Jeanette and Family, So sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I miss seeing Dale at Dillons. We would visit about the old neighborhood and he would let me know how you were doing. I would love to hear from you anytime. Your friend and ol’ neighbor!!!
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.