Paul Goodnight

Paul Leon Goodnight, 81, of Zion, IL passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025 at James A Lovell VA hospital in North Chicago, IL surrounded by his family. He was born on July 19, 1944 in Tipton, IN. He was the son of the late Bernard and Nellie (Baden) Goodnight.

Paul loved fishing, camping, spending time with his family and loved going to N&T's for coffee. He was a long time member of the Zion Church of God now known as New Season Community Church.

He is survived by his three daughters, Linda (John) Moore, Lori Swiontek, Robin (Sean) Lowney; eight grandchildren, Robert (Meranda) Goodnight, Justin (Tina) Moore, Paul (Nicole) Moore, Jackee Swiontek, Yvonne Swiontek, Danny Collins, Tiffany (Will) Putman, Jason (Lisa) Hewkin; eleven great-grandchildren, Derek Romeo, Paul Moore Jr., Jordyn Moore, Josh Swiontek, Caleb Swiontek, Abel Putman, Cayde Putman, Kirk Williams, Leon, Luca, Juliette Hewkin; two sisters, Zonda Swift, and Marilian Kieth; one brother, Clarence Goodnight; and many nieces, nephews, and special friend Dorothy Dixion.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Goodnight; granddaughter, Crystal Heikenfeld; three brothers, and six sisters.

A memorial visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 6:00 p.m. at, New Season Community Church, 2700 Eschol Ave. Zion, IL, officiated by Bishop Carter. Burial will be private.