Bonnie Melear Goode

Bonnie Melear Goode of Chattahoochee Hills passed away October 20 just days after celebrating her 83rd birthday. She leaves behind her husband of 62 years David Goode, daughter and son-in law, Melea and Greg Brett, and granddaughter Chloe, the light of her life. Her brother Carl (Faith) Melear, and numerous cousins and in-laws are also left to cherish her memory. She loved Greg’s children: Taylor (Sasha), Duncan and Anna Claire, and grandchildren: Jayden, Nixon, Selah Grace, Everly and Arabella. Bonnie cherished her nieces and nephews like her own and anyone who knew her would agree. Bonnie was born at home in the Rico Community of Chattahoochee Hills and lived there her entire life except for her years away at college. She graduated from Campbell High School in 1960; West Georgia College in 1962; and the University of Georgia in 1963. In 1967, when David was drafted to serve in Vietnam, she began earning her Master’s Degree from the University of Georgia. In 1970, she proudly became a “Double Dawg.” In college, she was a cheerleader and a member of the soccer team. After she retired, she enjoyed volunteering with community and civic events even briefly working part-time for the city of Chattahoochee Hills. Bonnie lived out the instructions given to us in Micah 6:8: “the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” She was born with a servant heart that was evident in every aspect of her life. She faithfully served in many ways at Providence Baptist Church in Rico teaching Sunday School for 45 years and serving as church pianist for 60 years. She loved mission trips and helping with disaster relief projects locally and nationwide. She was also well-known for her famous “whipping cream pound cake” which she brought every church function. She was asked by her son in-law to donate one to the Chattahoochee Hills Fire Department Auction and was pleased that it raised $400 for the department! Bonnie taught Business Education for 33 years at Western, Campbell, Palmetto and Creekside High Schools. She loved teaching “life skills” such as typing, personal finance, and business math knowing her students would use these skills their entire lives. Her great joy was seeing students throughout the years and learning of their successes. Preceding her in death were her precious parents William (Bill) and Nora (Betty) Melear, and her sister Linda Wagner. The family will receive friends October 24 from 5-8PM at Parrott Funeral Home and will celebrate her life with a service on October 25 at 11AM at Providence Baptist Church in Chattahoochee Hills. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Providence Baptist Church in her memory. (6402 Campbellton Redwine Rd, Chattahoochee Hills GA 30268). >

Bonnie Melear Goode

October 20, 2025