Ralph Claude Goodson Obituary
The passing of Ralph Claude Goodson of Start, Louisiana occurred on September 2, 2026. Ralph, born on May 10, 1942 in Monroe, Louisiana, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ralph Claude Goodson to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Goodson and Eula Goodson; his brother Ronnie Goodson; his parents-in-law, Robert and Lena "Cooter" Ross; and his brother-in-law Marvin Ross.
He is survived by: his wife Frances Goodson; his children, Meloney Martin (Gray), Tracy Shiers (Michael) and Samantha Allen (Jared); his grandchildren, Camryn Martin, Eli Shiers, Lena Allen, Claudia Allen and Lane Allen; his siblings, Charles Goodson (Liz) and Katherine Ticheli; and his siblings-in-law, Bobby Scott Ross, Margie Ross, Lori Adams, Patsy Ross and Dianne Williams. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the Rayville Council on Aging or our local food banks.
