Lieutenant, Advanced EMT James C. Goodman Jr.

Nedrow Fire Department

Date of Death: November 11, 2013

Lieutenant James C. “Jim” Goodman Jr., 52, died in the line of duty after collapsing while working out at his fire station. He had responded to two EMS incidents in the 24 hours prior to his medical emergency, and his passing was the result of a heart attack. Born in Syracuse on January 19, 1961, Jim was the son of Marian and James Goodman Sr. and shared a close bond with his four sisters—Jonnie, Sharon, Nancy, and Denise. A graduate of Bishop Ludden High School and Onondaga Community College, he earned his L.P.N. license and served as a W.O.I. with the 244th National Guard Medical Unit, including deployments to Camp Smith after 9/11. Jim was a devoted member of the Nedrow Fire Department, where he served as an EMT and firefighter. Known for his constant smile, kindness, and willingness to help anyone in need, he was beloved by all who knew him.