| Michael R., Sr., Battalion Chief, Philadelphia Fire Department, Badge #2773, passed away tragically serving the citizens of Philadelphia on April 6, 2013.
Beloved husband of Kelly (nee McDonnell). Loving Dad of Dorothy Dunn (Timothy) and Michael R., Jr. Loving Pop of Timothy Jr. and Bailey Dunn. Dear son of Elizabeth and the late James Goodwin, brother of James (Kelly), Robert (Brenda) and Deborah Goodwin, brother-in- law of Thomas McDonnell (Joann). Also surviving are many nieces and nephews.
Mike was a member of the Philadelphia Fire Department for over 29 years. He became a firefighter on September 9, 1983, Class #153. Mike proudly served in the U.S. Navy as an E-4 and was honorably discharged on August 27, 1983. Mike was awarded unit citations on Nov. 28, 1991, Nov. 30, 1999 and on May 10, 2007, all for his heroic efforts while serving the citizens of Philadelphia. He was a Philadelphia Sports fan but the most important aspect of Michael's life was his family.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Mike's memory to the Firefighters Widow Fund c/o Local 22, 415 N. 5th St. Phila, PA 19123 would be appreciated.
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