Born, May 7, 1927 to Evar and Pansy (Adams) Anderson.
Vera married the love of her life, Clinton Goodwin on June 26, 1944 in Rockford.
Her favorite hobbies were bird watching and crossword puzzles.
She is lovingly survived by her husband, children, Steven (Judy Prather) Goodwin, Clinton (Rebecca) Goodwin Jr.), and Michael James (Debra) Goodwin; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Memorial service 10 a.m. Monday, May 19, 2014 at Advantage Funeral Home, 7000 W. State St, Rockford. Interment in Willwood Burial Park. Online condolences may be submitted at www.advantagerockford.com