David Brent Goodness

David Brent Goodness, 63, of Lake Charles, LA, died on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 in his residence.

Mr. Goodness was born May 16, 1953 in Enid, OK, where he was raised and graduated from high school. He attended Oklahoma State University and has lived in Lake Charles since 1979. For the past ten years, he has worked at L’Auberge Casino as security. Everyone there loved him and called him “The Candy Man.” David loved music and played the drums in several different bands with his friends. He was also an avid painter, excellent cook and enjoyed building things. David also enjoyed acting and played in several plays at the Lake Charles Little Theatre.

Mr. Goodness is survived by his wife, Christine Goodness of Sulphur; daughters, Michelle Durr and Chantal Durr, both of Westlake, LA; father, James Goodness of Enid, OK; brother, Robert Goodness of Enid, OK; grandchildren, Amberly Menard and husband Brandon, Justin Vidrine and wife Taylor, Tyler Vidrine, Kaleb Vidrine, Destiney Vidrine, and Brody Durr; great-grandchildren, Raelyn Hardy, Gunner Menard, Hadley Vidrine, and Madilyn Menard; and his dogs that he loved dearly.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Goodness.

His memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM on Friday November 18, 2016 at Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 18, 2016 from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM.