George Goodknecht

George Goodknecht, 95, of Bradley, IL, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020, at his home. He was born on June 23, 1924 in Momence, IL. The son of Louis G. Goodknecht and Lillian M. Wager Goodknecht. George was married to Marilyn L. Beland on January 28, 1950. Before he retired he was a used car salesman. George also farmed and worked at General Foods before selling cars. He enjoyed playing a good game of Euchre with his friends. George was a parishioner of St. Joseph’s Catholic church in Bradley, IL. George is survived by his son and daughter in law; Steven and Mary Jo Meier- Goodknecht, his daughter and son in law; Darci and Steven Lemner, and one grandson; Mitchell G. Goodknecht, and many nieces and nephews. George is proceeded in death by his parents, his wife, a brother, and sister in law; Duane and Mary Goodknecht and a sister; Shirley Hanson. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the family’s convenience. Please come back to George’s website page for updates. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of Kankakee Valley 482 Main St. NW, Bourbonnais, IL 60914 Jensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.