Hannah Naomi Goodwyn

Hannah Naomi Goodwyn, 39, experienced God’s complete healing on Friday, March 5, 2021 in Hampton, Virginia. A verse that the Lord used to minister to Hannah as she walked out the duality of her journey, was Psalms 30:5, “Weeping may last for the night, but Joy comes in the morning.” She acknowledged the complexity of our humanness as God created us, to both hold great grief and pain in the same moment of peace and joy. Grateful to the Lord that He provides the opposing experiences of the peace and joy when the storm looms and seems to bring with it only fear and pain. Her faith was a foundation that she built her life upon. Born on Friday, March 20, 1981 in Newport News, Virginia to David and Susan Goodwyn. Full of Grace, Hannah exemplified the meaning of her name in every aspect of her life. With a beautiful smile on her face, she stepped out into the world, seeking to learn and tell the stories of the people and the countries, she experienced. Her passion for adventure beckoned her to the many travels and explorations of new places, both professionally and personally. Entertainment became an interwoven element of Hannah’s life from a young age. The love for entertainment, she held, was expressed early on, through a pursuance of dance, favoring ballet and tap, Hannah attended the Betty Smith School of Dance for 13 years. Storytelling was her gift, she dreamt of becoming a writer and screenplay writer, desiring to use the medium of the screen to give life to untold or little known stories. “She inspired me to..” is a phrase often coupled with the memories of and impact felt by those who love and knew Hannah in life and continues to the legacy in her passing, for others to pursue their dreams and passions, to truly live their life. In 1999, Hannah became a graduate of Bethel High School. Continuing her education, she attended Christopher Newport University as a Communication Studies Major, with a Minor in Writing, graduating Cum Laude in 2003. Followed by, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Master’s in Journalism from Regent University in 2005, additionally earning the Outstanding Student Award. Employed by Christian Broadcasting Network from 2005 until 2019. Hannah delighted in the opportunity her position provided her, placing her in unique experiences she reviewed films and interviewed actors, directors, and others in the entertainment field. Committed to the Lord’s leading toward the entertainment field, she completed multiple graduate-level screenwriting courses, before taking a step of faith in 2019. In 2019, she set out to live her dream, applying to and studying Screenwriting at the London Film School. In the midst of Hannah’s passionate pursuit to become a full-time storyteller, she discovered her own unexpected battle with cancer. As she chronicled her story, the development of her character was evident. A magnification of an already growing spirit of faith in the Lord, grace, and beauty, while facing life’s joys, journeys, and unexpected battles. Preceded in death by her younger brother Nathan Goodwyn, paternal grandparents Hilton and Rebecca Goodwyn and maternal grandparents Raphael and Sarah Velma “Mema” Piland. Hannah is survived by her parents, siblings, Abigail Hockett (James), Joshua Goodwyn (Devon), Zachary Goodwyn and Rachel Krock (Randy). Her paternal aunt Rebecca Goodwyn, maternal uncle, Rueben Piland (Judy), aunt Rachael Patchett (David), step-grandmother Erline Goodwyn, niece, Olivia Hockett, nephews William Goodwyn, Zachary and Alexander Krock as well as numerous cousins, other relatives, and dear friends. A Celebration of Life service will be held in person and live online at Liberty Live Church (1021 Big Bethel Road, Hampton, Virginia 23666) on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at 11:00 AM. PLEASE Register at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HXKL959 Facemasks and proper social distancing will be strongly encouraged. The online service will be available to watch live at https://libertylive.church/ Flowers are welcome at the Celebration of Life Service (Hannah loved roses and carnations). Additionally, in lieu of flowers, you are welcome to donate to one of Hannah’s favorite charities: Joyful Heart Foundation, Charity: Water, and Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters (CHKD) in Norfolk, Virginia: Children’s Cancer Unit. For CHKD, make sure to designate donation for the children’s cancer unit, see the links below: www.joyfulheartfoundation.org/ www.charitywater.org/the-spring/direct... www.chkd.org/Support-Us/Donate/