Carl L. Goodall, 74, of Westborough

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Obit Carl L. GoodallWestborough – Carl L. Goodall passed away peacefully Monday, Aug. 1, 2016, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 74.

He leaves his wife of 36 years, Gail (Peterson) Goodall; his children, Jennifer and Robert Pratt of Hopkinton, Sarah Ziegler of Grafton, and Christy and Kevin Weigold of Shrewsbury; his five grandchildren, Nicole, Audrey, Noelle, Nora, and Charlie; three brothers, David Goodall of Charlton and John and Jim Goodall of Florida; his sister, Nancy Goodall of California; his first wife, Susan Conlon; and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Jane Mason.

Born in Worcester, he was the son of Harry and Winifred (Jones) Goodall.

Carl owned and operated Goodall and Sons Tractor Company, growing it from a small family business to a nationally recognized dealership. A lifelong resident of Westborough, Carl established a gentleman’s farm at his homestead.

A beloved grandfather, Carl lived for his grandchildren. His gusto and enthusiasm for life was exemplified in his many activities, including hunting, flying planes, fishing, gardening, woodworking, boating, snowmobiling and building stonewalls. He had a passion for classic cars and anything with an engine. He loved to entertain his family and friends, always extending his generosity, kindness, and humor to those around him.

Calling hours will be held Thursday, Aug. 4t, from 5-8 p.m., in Hays Funeral Home, 56 Main St., Northborough. Carl’s funeral will be held Friday, Aug. 5, at 9 a.m., in First United Methodist Church, 120 West Main St., Westborough, with Reverend John W. Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery of Westborough.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hillside School, 404 Robin Hill St., Marlborough, MA  01752. Carl recently gave his farm animals to the school.

To share a memory or to leave an online condolence, visit www.haysfuneralhome.com.

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