Gerald A. Goodine of Bear Island, NB, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 30, 2010

at the age of 99.

Born at Bear Island, NB on February 3, 1911, he was the son of the late Simon and Hattie (Price) Goodine. Gerald and his sons established Goodine’s Poultry Farm in Bear Island, NB where he raised poultry, beef and dairy. He was Past President of the Hereford Association and was one of the first market vendors at the Boyce Market in Fredericton. Gerald’s passion was harness racing with his horses racing in Fredericton and Saint John, NB, PEI, Nova Scotia and Florida. He won the famed Gold Cup & Saucer in 1981 with Henry Butler.

Visitation will take place at Flewelling Funeral Home, 585 Otis Drive, Nackawic on Monday, April 5, 2010 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Simon and St. Jude Catholic Church, 199 Otis Drive, Nackawic on Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at 11 a.m. with Father Bill Brennan officiating. Interment will be later at St. Simon and St. Jude Cemetery.

For those who wish to make a donation in memory of Gerald, the family has suggested the NB Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences may be offered through www.flewellingswan.com

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