The School mourns Professor Emeritus Goodwin Garfield


Goodwin P. ‘Goody’ Garfield, 95, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021, at Neuvant House East, Lawrence. Dr. Garfield was a KU School of Social Welfare retiree who worked for the University for 34 years from 1969 to 2003. He held the Director of Field Education position during his time at the School of Social Welfare from 1983 to 1998. He retired with emeritus status in 2003. A celebration of life is planned for April 18, see zoom details below.  Full obituary can be found on the Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home website.

Goody Garfield’s Celebration of Life
April 18, 2:00 p.m.

The Garfield Family invites you to participate in a virtual celebration of life for Goody Garfield, on Sunday, April 18, from 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. (CST)

There will be music, photos, and eulogies, and if time permits, there may be an opportunity for additional remembrances. 

“Doors will open” at 1:50 p.m., at which time you can log into the event.  There will be a picture slideshow of Goody with music, and then the program will start at 2:00.

Zoom meeting link for the Virtual Celebration of Life. 

Meeting ID: 292 405 4137
Passcode: 610492

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Meeting ID: 292 405 4137