Charles Orval Goodin was born on April 13, 1939 in Luna, New Mexico to Roy Charles and Martha Marrietta Goodin. He spent his childhood in Luna. About the time he turned 12 he moved with his parents to Anthony, Texas. They live there until he was a senior in High School and then they returned to Luna. He lived in Luna until he met his sweetheart Kathryne Nelson. They were married on November 12, 1960 and made their home in Reserve. Charles was a hard worker and worked at the sawmill and in the log woods most of his life. He also was involved with the community. He volunteered with the Sheriff's Department and the County EMS.