Greta Ann Goodman, 85, of Burlington, died Sunday, March 30, 2025, at the West Ridge Care Center in Cedar Rapids. Born April 1, 1939, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Kornelius and Gertrude Hauber Vahl. On February 7, 1960, she married Gary Lee Goodman in Burlington. He preceded her on Dec. 15, 2002.
She was a graduate of Burlington High School. After high school, she attended the Iowa Teacher's College in Cedar Falls.
Greta worked as book keeper for the family car dealership, Import Motors. She later worked as an office manager for multiple real estate agencies over the years. Her most important job was being a beloved mother and wife.
In Greta's early years, she enjoyed gardening and caring for her family. She could be found reading or working on needlepoint and embroidery projects. Most of all, Greta loved spending time with her family and grandchildren.
Survivors include two sons, Greg (Beth) Goodman of Washington and Todd (Chris) Goodman of Hiawatha; three grandchildren, Christopher (Whitney) Goodman, Tyler Goodman, and Nicole (Doug Duke) Goodman; two sisters, Karen Barnes of Ames and Sheila Goben of Overland Park, Kan.; three nephews, and several cousins.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers-in-law, Keith Barnes and Jerry Goben.
Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.
A private graveside service will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Burlington Public Library.