JOHN “JJ” GOOD
John James “JJ” Good, 86, of Weirton, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on August 18, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on May 21, 1939 in Weirton to the late George Good and Mildred Hall. Preceding him in passing was his dearest and faithful companion Sylvia who he enjoyed several years of travel and laughter with.
At just 17 years old, John enlisted in the United States Coast Guard, serving from 1956 to 1963 aboard the CGC Ingham, CGC Marion, and CGC Absecon. His service took him along the East Coast and to Guant’namo Bay, Cuba, and he often retold the harrowing day when his rescue boat capsized in the freezing waters off Ocean City. Those years instilled in him a lifelong devotion to country, discipline, and service.
After returning home, John built a life around hard work and community leadership. He ran a heating and air conditioning business with his son and grandson, turning skill and craftsmanship into a family legacy. He became a pillar of the veterans’ community, serving as commander of American Legion Post 10, where he fought to secure benefits for fellow servicemen and women. Among his proudest accomplishments was bringing an A7 fighter/bomber aircraft from the 171st Air Refueling Wing to the Brooke-Hancock County Veterans Memorial Park in 1992, where it still stands. He was also instrumental in saving and rededicating the Weirton Veterans Memorial in 2004, and formed the Citizen Corps of Weirton to train local citizens to assist first responders. In 2008, his lifetime of service was recognized with an invitation to the White House, where he shook hands with President George W. Bush on the White House lawn.
His family will remember his blunt wisdom and words to live by “Don’t take no shit from nobody,” his humor, his love for Butterfinger Blizzards, and the way he lit up around his great-granddaughters, and his beloved cat, Bum.
John is survived by his sons, Phillip “PJ” Good, his devoted caretaker and best buddy, and John Good; daughter-in-law Maria; grandchildren Paige and Phillip; great- granddaughters AJ and Elena; and sisters Florence and Linda.
Even in passing, John’s legacy of giving continued — he chose to donate his body to science at West Virginia University, ensuring that he could help others even after his final breath.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to his faithful friend Tracie “sis” as well as the Valley Hospice team — nurse Hayleh, aide Gwen, social worker Susie, and chaplain George — for their compassion and care.
Above all, John James Good will be remembered as a man of country, commitment, and courage — someone who worked hard, stood firm, gave back, and loved deeply.