William "Bill" Taylor Goode

William Taylor Goode, 62, passed away in the Haven Hospice Care Center in Palatka, FL on November 8, 2022, with his beloved family by his side following a short battle with cancer. Bill was born on April 7, 1960, in Honolulu, Hawaii. St. Augustine has been his home since 1973. He is a proud heritage native, able to trace his ancestry back to St. Augustine’s founding in 1565 through the Sanchez family line. Bill was a member of St. Joseph’s Academy Class of 1978. While in high school, he apprenticed with master carpenter George Faulk. After serving three years in the US Navy, he went to work for Luhrs Corporation, building luxury boat interiors. In 1991, he started his own cabinet-making business, Custom Woodworks Unlimited, later becoming Bill Goode’s Custom Cabinets. His beautiful work can be seen in many fine homes and businesses throughout the state. In 1997, Bill was part of the community of local builders who helped to build Project SWING. For St. Augustine’s 450th Celebration in 2015, Bill was commissioned by Compassionate St. Augustine to build 53 obelisks that were decorated by local artists and elementary schools. Bill enjoyed many interests over the years including camping, collecting guns, listening to Southern Rock and Blues, and spending time with family and friends. He was a man of many talents including his woodworking craft, waterskiing, boating, fishing and diving. The Florida Keys always held a special place in his heart. Those who had the pleasure to know Bill knew he was loyal, hardworking, kind, and a friend to all. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Mary, his son Taylor (Brandi), daughter Cheyenne (Michael), grandson Hunter, step-grandsons Brantley and Bowman, sister Kelly Battell (Kevin), brothers Martin (Heather) and Vernon Goode, and many special nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was pre-deceased by his parents, Sanchez and Eleanor Goode. A Celebration of Life is being planned for the near future. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Haven Hospice in Palatka, FL, or to the VA organization of your choice. The family would like to give special thanks to all of Bill’s amazing friends for their incredible assistance and support throughout this time.

William "Bill" Taylor Goode

April 7, 1960 - November 8, 2022