David Thomas Goodemote

READING, Mass. — David Thomas Goodemote, 75, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2026.

Born Aug. 19, 1950, in Olean, N.Y., David lived a life defined by intellect, devotion and deep love for his family and faith.

David graduated from Olean High School in 1968, and from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1972 with a degree in environmental engineering.

He went on to build a meaningful career as an engineer, ultimately working at Massport at Boston Logan Airport, where he found great fulfillment alongside his colleagues. He forged many strong friendships and will be remembered fondly.

While attending college, David met Linda at neighboring Russell Sage College. It was love at first sight and they were quickly engaged. They built a life and a family and their 44-year marriage was a partnership rooted in love, faith and shared purpose. Together, they taught Pre-Cana classes early in their marriage and remained deeply committed to their Catholic faith throughout their lives. Linda, who was truly the love of his life, predeceased him and their enduring bond remained a defining part of David’s life story.

David was a devoted member of his church community where he found comfort, connection and spiritual fulfillment. He will be remembered as a determined, thoughtful man with a wonderful sense of humor who brought warmth and laughter to those around him.

He is survived by his son, Luke Goodemote and his wife Meredith of Lynnfield, along with their children, William, Georgia and Mae; and his daughter Abby Goodemote of Woburn and her daughter Isabella Saggese. He is also survived by his siblings, Gary Goodemote of Vermont, Mary Miller and Nancy Martinez, both of Georgia, and Patricia (Anthony) Titus, Suzanne Goodemote and Margaret Goodemote, all of Olean.

David was also predeceased by his parents, Joan and Neil Goodemote. In addition, he leaves behind his wife, Debra Monahan, whom he married earlier this year.

David’s life was marked by dedication — to his work, his faith, and above all to the people he loved. He will be deeply missed.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Agnes Church in Reading on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 30 Speen St. Framingham MA 01701 https://www.heart.org; or the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Donation Processing Center, P.O. Box 5041, Boone, IA 50950-0041 https://www.pancan.org.

For online guestbook visit www.douglassfuneralhome.com.