Cookeville, TN, September 19, 2025
News Summary
Janice Faye Clark Goodpasture, a cherished educator from Cookeville, TN, passed away recently. With 28 years in teaching and strong community service, her legacy will endure through her family and students. Her contributions to education and community will be fondly remembered by many. Funeral services are set for January 2, with contributions encouraged to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Cookeville, TN – Janice Faye Clark Goodpasture, a beloved local educator and community leader, passed away on December 27, 2018, at the Lifecare Center of Sparta, TN. She was 75 years old.
Born on April 26, 1944, in Putnam County, Janice was the daughter of the late Cecil Radford Clark and Andrea B. Roberts Clark. She began her education at Rickman High School before furthering her studies at Lipscomb University. Janice earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Vocational Home Economics from Tennessee Tech University, followed by a Master of Arts in Consumer and Family Sciences from Western Kentucky University. She also pursued 18 hours in a doctoral program at the University of Tennessee in Human Ecology.
Janice’s teaching career spanned 28 years, during which she held positions at Flint High School in Flint, MI, and Lebanon High School in Lebanon, TN. In addition to these roles, she taught Consumer and Family Sciences at Lipscomb University and served as both Assistant Professor and Adjunct Professor at the University of Tennessee at Martin and Murray State University for 14 years. Known for her dedication to education and community service, Janice was actively involved in the Tennessee Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, where she served as President and was the Tennessee Delegate to the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences in Washington, DC, in 2003.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Janice was a devoted member of her church, where she taught Sunday School and ladies’ classes. She married William Lee (Bill) Goodpasture on August 22, 1965, at Jefferson Avenue Church of Christ in Cookeville. Janice is survived by her husband Bill, daughters Jana Karise Cheatham of Hendersonville, TN, and Melanee Lee (Bobby) Bandy of Nashville, TN, along with five grandchildren: Taylor Britt Cheatham, Robert Walker Cheatham, Kari Kennedy Cheatham, Elijah Luke Bandy, and Elizabeth Grace (Liza) Bandy.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, and her son-in-law Terry Cheatham. Throughout her life, she was guided by her favorite scripture from Psalm 78, which emphasizes the importance of teaching and passing on knowledge to future generations.
Funeral services for Janice Faye Clark Goodpasture will be held on January 2, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. at Collegeside Church of Christ, with Dr. Alan Henderson and Dr. Chet Gentry officiating. Visitation will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on January 1, 2019, at Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home, and from noon until service time at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Janice Faye Clark Goodpasture leaves behind a legacy of education, community service, and devotion to family that will be cherished by all who knew her.
FAQs
What was Janice Faye Clark Goodpasture’s occupation?
Janice had a teaching career that spanned 28 years, teaching at various high schools and universities, including Flint High School and Lebanon High School, and serving as an Assistant Professor and Adjunct Professor.
When were the funeral services for Janice Goodpasture?
The funeral services will be held on January 2, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. at Collegeside Church of Christ.
What is Janice Goodpasture’s educational background?
She earned a B.S. degree in Vocational Home Economics from Tennessee Tech University and an M.A. in Consumer and Family Sciences from Western Kentucky University, along with 18 hours in a doctoral program in Human Ecology at the University of Tennessee.
How many grandchildren did Janice Goodpasture have?
Janice was a proud grandmother to five grandchildren: Taylor Britt Cheatham, Robert Walker Cheatham, Kari Kennedy Cheatham, Elijah Luke Bandy, and Elizabeth Grace (Liza) Bandy.
Where did Janice Goodpasture serve in community organizations?
Janice served in various roles with the Tennessee Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, including President and Tennessee Delegate to the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences in Washington, DC, in 2003.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Educator, Teacher at High Schools and Universities |
| Age at Passing | 75 years old |
| Funeral Service Date | January 2, 2019 |
| Educational Qualifications | B.S. in Vocational Home Economics, M.A. in Consumer and Family Sciences |
| Community Involvements | Tennessee Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, Church Activities |
| Survived By | Husband, 2 Daughters, 5 Grandchildren |
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