Nanette M. (Thomas) Goodwin
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt;

Nanette M. (Thomas) Goodwin, 66, of Dracut, Massachusetts and a member of a well-known Greater Lowell family, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Lowell General Hospital.

She was the beloved wife for over 43 years to Brian E. Goodwin, who survives her.

Born in South Bend Indiana, September 21, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Richard E. and the late Isabelle R. (Magaldi) Thomas. Nanette attended St. Michael’s Grammar School in Lowell, MA, and was a graduate of Lowell High School in the class of 1975. After high school, Nanette graduated from Lowell Technological Institute (now known as UMass Lowell) and later, Northern Essex Community College.

Nanette’s passion in life was helping other people, and she found her calling at Northeast Independent Living Program in Lawrence, MA. She worked as an office manager there for over 38 years, advocating and assisting countless people with disabilities in their goals to live independently.

Besides her husband Brian, Nanette is survived by a son, Brandon T. Goodwin of Dracut, MA; her granddaughter, Ava R. Goodwin of Dracut, MA, (to whom she was a dedicated “Nana”); a sister, Kathryn Lightbody and her husband Howard of Gaithersburg, MD; two brothers, David R. Thomas of Lowell, MA, and Richard E. Thomas and his wife Beverlyann of Dracut, MA; as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was the sister of Joseph Thomas, who predeceased her.

Friends may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. on Thursday, September 19, 2024 in Lowell from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Her Funeral Mass will be held at ST. FRANCIS CHURCH in Dracut, MA, on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. (Please meet at church). Burial to follow at ST. MARY CEMETERY in Tewksbury, MA. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in her memory to Northeast Independent Living Program at https://www.nilp.org/make-a-donation/. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell, Jr. (978) 458-8768.

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Condolences (10)

• 2024-09-24 22:13:36 | Frances Kuchar
  Im so sad that this brilliant beautiful lady has passed on I loved working with her. She was inspiring and caring. My sincere condolences to her family and to her Co workers. It's a huge loss for all who knew her.

• 2024-09-19 23:12:00 | Paula Callanan
  My deepest condolences Rest in Power Nanette

• 2024-09-19 10:01:35 | Mark Wheeler  - Multimedia Production Coordinator at NILP
  My sincere condolences to the family of Nanette Goodwin. I worked with Nanette for a good number of years and no only was she was she a terrific, kind, and caring person but she was devoted in her work at NILP to help all people with disabilities live their lives to their best potential. I learned a lot from her during my time with her at NILP and I will always honor and cherish the memory I have of her.

• 2024-09-18 18:50:40 | Kathleen McCarthy  - Rest in Peace
  We were classmates at St Michael’s elementary for many years. Nanette was an inspiration to us all for her positive attitude, and cheerful smile. I didn’t keep in touch after elementary school, but wish to offer my heart felt condolences to her family. May God welcome her home, and surround her with love.

• 2024-09-18 17:28:18 | Lisa Marion
  I am so sorry for your loss and send my condolences to the family

• 2024-09-18 17:06:01 | Elizabeth  - Best friend
  Nanette was always there for me...no questions. She was like my second mother, and Brian, you were like my second dad. One of our favorite things to do at NILP was have tea. A funny memory...one of the first days I began at NILP, I saw Nanette standing up in the kitchen to grab something off the counter...I shouted, "you can stand"!! She began my career in helping people with disabilities and elders. Nanette...I hope you are enjoying a nice cup of tea, and staying warm! ❤

• 2024-09-18 14:58:05 | Jim Tozza  - Board member of Statewide Independent Living. Sale
  I knew of Nanette for long time at zoom & at all events for ADA she was a warm & cheerful woman always brightening the room with her smile. She will be missed.. my prayers are with her family.. she will be missed by the ADA community..

• 2024-09-18 11:24:43 | Tom Langan  - Sympathies to The Family
  My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. We were once neighbors to the strong and determined young Nanette. Never giving up. She will be sadly missed for her inspiration.

• 2024-09-17 19:39:12 | Joan Langan-Sullivan
  So very sorry to read about Nanette. We lived next door on Third St in Lowell. My condolences to her family.

• 2024-09-17 18:42:51 | PATRICIA (Cousin)  - Heartbreak
  Nanette my heart is broken. You and I were so close when we were children. I still cannot believe you are gone. You lived a wonderful life despite some of the obstacles you had to face. You are now at peace and You will be reunited with your Mom and Dad and your baby brother Joseph. The angels in heaven will welcome you with open arms. To Brian,Brandon,Ava,Kathy,David,Richard and all the rest of the family I Send my heartfelt condolences to you. Just know Nanette will be watching over you from heaven. May the memories of all the happy times With Nanette help to ease your pain in this sorrowful time.

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