The Madison County Sheriff’s Office joined our community in mourning the passing of Retired MCSO Sgt. Eddie Goode.

When we choose a life of service, we are committing ourselves to the betterment of all mankind. Those within our homes and those who live and work in our beloved communities. Sgt. Eddie Goode exuded an open and generous servant’s heart in every aspect of his law enforcement career, proving that compassion for others through our actions, words and gestures are at the core of possessing a servant’s spirit. May the memories of Sgt. Eddie Goode, his kindness towards others and his selfless spirit, live on through each of us in the days ahead as we celebrate a life well lived.  We humbly request that you continue to keep the family and loved ones of Sgt. Eddie Goode in your fervent prayers.

His Obituary:

Mr. Lewis Edward “Eddie” Goode, 58, of Union City, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at Baptist Health – Lexington.

Eddie was born in Lancaster Kentucky on March 11, 1964 to Eugene Emil Goode Jr., and Beulah Curry Goode. At the age of 1, Eddie along with his family moved to Richmond. He was a 1982 graduate of Madison Central and during his school days was involved as a drummer with a local band named SpitFire. After graduation, Eddie began what would become a life-long career of dedicated service to his community which he loved so much. He was an EMT with the Madison County EMS as well as being involved with the Madison County Rescue Squad. In 1985 he joined the US Marine Corps Reserves and faithfully served his country just like his community. Eddie started working with the Richmond Police Department in 1987 and reached the rank of Major before his retirement. But retirement didn’t last long, as Eddie would go back to work with the Madison County Sheriff Department from 2011-2021 where he archived the rank of Sergeant.

Eddie loved telling people he was from Union City and was involved with the Union City Ruritan Club. Along with his family he attended the Union City Christian Church for many years, but in more recent years he attended the Union City Baptist Church where he was a member. In his free time he enjoyed tinkering with cars, trucks, tractors – he would often refer to himself as a hobby farmer and shade tree mechanic. He loved his family dearly, especially his granddaughter Skylar, whom he loving called “Skeeter”.

Survivors include: his wife of almost 34 years, Pati Abney Goode; his mother, Beulah Goode; his children, Emily Goode, Walker Goode and Olivia Goode; his granddaughter, Skylar “Skeeter” Goode; one brother, Billy Gene Goode (Tina), one sister, Mary Lou Smith (Jerry); special niece and nephews, Jennifer Abney, Chris Abney, and Frankie Abney; as well as a host of other extended family and friends.