Rodney Ray "Pete" Goodpaster, age 71, of McBrayer Road, Clearfield, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the home of his niece, surrounded by his family and his beloved Maltese, Latte.

Born October 11, 1954, in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Dolph Goodpaster and Geneva Carroll Vice.

Rodney is survived by two brothers, Bobby Hunter of Middletown, Ohio, and Dolph Goodpaster, Jr. of Clearfield; three sisters, Wanda Sue Branish of Fredericksburg, Virginia, Vonda Baker of Middletown, Ohio, and Donna Wootten of Florida; a beloved young man whom he considered family, Blake Chandler Moore; his pride and joy, his Maltese, Latte; several nieces and nephews; and a host of extended family and friends.

Rodney proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps and was a self-employed carpenter. He enjoyed watching UK basketball and spending time with his family. Rodney had a free spirit, and when he loved, he loved deeply. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Northcutt & Son Home for Funerals Memorial Chapel with Pastor Andy Lands officiating. Immediately following the service, Morehead American Legion Post 126 will present full military honors at the funeral home.

Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Northcutt & Son Home for Funerals, 400 Fraley Drive, Morehead, KY 40351.

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