Mary Virginia Goins

Mary Virginia (Vaughan) Goins was born on February 1, 1930 in Bolivar, Tennessee, to the late Benjamin and Birdie Vaughan. On August 30, 2010, Mary died at Georgetown University Hospital, she was 80 years young.\n \nFor 65 years, Mary was the beloved wife of Claude Goins. They were blessed with five children, Ema J. Garner, wife of Vic, Paul D. Goins, husband of Julia, Joseph D. Goins, husband of Linda, John M. Goins, husband of Sharon and the late Mary A. Crum. She was a devoted Grandmother of 12 grandchildren and 18 Great-grandchildren. Mary was a loving sister to Dora A. Warren, Lillie M. Byrd and the late Wilbar Vaughan.\n \nMary and Claude moved to the Calvert County area over 40 years ago. Mary worked for over 25 years at C & P Telephone Company, where she retired from. \n \nShe always said, “My children are my greatest joy!” Her family was her life. Holidays represented family time, with Christmas being her favorite, but all were very special and important to her. She was a gentle and loving caregiver, but kept her family in line like a lovable drill sergeant.\n \nMary was very organized and enjoyed baking and doing embroidery. Her word was very important to her and she gave it to you straight. She was a supporter of many charities and a friend to all who met her. \n \nMary will be greatly missed, but all who knew her felt blessed to be her friend.\n \nMemorial contribution in Mary's memory can be made to: The Salvation Army, 200 Duke Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mary Virginia Goins please visit our Sympathy Store.