Richard James Good

Richard James Good, 85, of Ashby, MN, passed away on September 4, 2026, after a brief battle with acute myeloid leukemia.

He was born on December 24, 1940, in Omaha, NE to Roy James Good and Ruth Elinor Thomsen Good. He lived a life defined by faith, love of family, love of travel, and a giving heart. He attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha and later attended Dallas Theological Seminary. He retired from Aviall (Boeing Distribution, Inc.) as an inventory control manager. In retirement, he enjoyed participating in Bible studies, Christian theological studies, traveling with his wife, visits from his grandchildren, square dancing and playing bridge.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Ruth Good and his sister, Patricia Good Eichacker. He leaves behind his loving wife, Bonnie Lutz. In addition, he is survived by his children, David Good, Junida Good Howard, with their mother, Helen Shellhammer Good and grandchildren, Colton Howard and Joseph Howard.

A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. with a visitation at 1:30 p.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church (Battle Lake Campus), 98 Hidden Meadows Drive, Battle Lake, MN 56515.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The American Diabetes Association in honor of his grandson.