Kimberly M. Goodrich

Kimberly Goodrich, loving mother, daughter, sister and beautiful spirit passed away peacefully on November 1, 2017, after a six-month battle against cancer.  She was 46 years young and was surrounded at the end by her adoring family. Kim was born on April 22, 1971 in Worcester, Massachusetts and was preceded in death by her two brothers, Craig and Clifford Goodrich.  She is survived by her children, Andrew K. Goodrich of Worcester and Allison M. DeLima and her husband Janio of Millbury; her parents, Curtis W. and Sandra F. (Neddo) Goodrich of Worcester; two brothers, Curtis Goodrich II of Worcester and Kristopher Goodrich and his fiancé Deborah Pellegrino; two sisters, Kelley Minier-Espinal of Worcester and Sharon Jackson of Florida and many much-loved nieces and nephews including her nephew Ian Fife, who she had a special bond with. Kim graduated from St. Mary’s Junior / Senior High School and went on and attended Salter College, majoring in accounting graduating with honors.  She w She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Brown Square Civic Club where you would see her often playing pitch. Her favorite color was purple, and she loved butterflies, especially purple ones. She also enjoyed listening to music and singing. She was a devoted mother and friend to many. Kim always had a kind smile, a friendly laugh and a welcoming hug for friends and family. You are invited to attend her visiting hours in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Planation Street, Worcester from 4-7 pm Tuesday, November 7, 2017.  A funeral service will be held from the funeral home immediately following calling hours at 7:00 pm.  Burial in Hope Cemetery will be held privately.  To share your memorable stories, photos or videos of Kim, please visit her memorial page at: www.mercadantefuneral.com