Rhonda Diane Goodmon, born on July 31, 1954, in Norfolk, Virginia, was called home to be with the Lord on May 1, 2025, after a lengthy illness which she eventually succumbed to. She was the daughter of the late Russell Lee King, Sr. and Daisy Ann King. She married James Goodmon, who predeceased her in death, and to this union they have a daughter, Jamie Ronesha Goodmon-Jenkins.
Diane was a very loving, and caring person with a passion for always helping others. Everyone knew her and how she absolutely loved her family. To her “Family Is Everything.” Her love showed through her passion for cooking and serving others. Her caring soul and nurturing heart and funny personality touched so many lives.
Diane was predeceased by her mother, Daisy A. King, and her father, Russell L. King, Sr., by her sister, Joan M. King; her niece, Rhonda J. King; and her nephew, John D. Smitherman.
She leaves to cherish her memories her one and only daughter, Jamie R. Goodmon-Jenkins (Robert Jenkins); her nephew/son, Steven P. Alston; her sisters,, Sharon Smitherman, Darlene Shirley, June King, and Penny King Ainsworth (Michael Ainsworth); her brothers, Russell L. King, Jr., Paschal Steve King, and Brian B. King; grandchildren, Ja’Maya Goodmon, Qiana Goodmon, and Quinton Goodmon; niece/grandchildren, Phenix and Jenesis Alston; and a host of nieces, Nephews, and friends.
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Lyvonne says
May 10, 2025 at 8:54 amJamie my deepest sympathy to your family for the loss of your mother and Darlene your sister. 🙏🏽Praying for comfort and strength during this difficult time, knowing to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! May her soul S.I.H.P.🙏🏽
Ms. Mangual says
May 12, 2025 at 1:37 pmThis was a beautiful celebration of life.
Sending love, prayers and hugs to the family and children.