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Eve Goodman Obituary

Eve Goodman
On February 3,2026, Eve Goodman passed away at the age of 71, after having a heart attack. She was born on August 2, 1954, and was raised by her parents, Walter and Vera Obermeyer in Lucas Valley, California.
Eve was a gifted artist. She was a sculptor, charcoal drawer and ceramicist. Eve created art throughout her lifetime, while living in Lucas Valley, San Francisco and New York City.
After graduating from Terra Linda High School, Eve lived on Kibbutz Palmach Tzuba, located near Jerusalem, Israel. Eve loved living on the kibbutz, being immersed in a farming community with welcoming, warm and caring members. A few years later, Eve moved to San Francisco and later graduated from New College. She then worked with disabled individuals at Golden Gate Regional Center. Eve later graduated from Notre Dame de Namur University, soon after founding Spring Meadow Preschool in San Francisco. Eve had tremendous patience and compassion for people, especially for children and vulnerable individuals.
Eve married Paul Goodman, and they raised their son, David. She was a remarkably devoted, giving and loving mother, parenting with the wisdom to understand who her child was, and to support his authentic self. Eve was very insightful about people. After living in San Francisco for 40 years, Eve moved to New York City to be closer to her son, David. Eve helped her son design accessories for his staging company.
Eve was a kind, caring and loving sister and daughter. Eve helped her father, Walter Obermeyer, write a book memorializing his escape at the age of 14 from Nazi Germany in 1937. Eve helped her parents, supporting them through their aging process. After visiting their parents, she and her younger sister enjoyed European chocolate together.
Eve is survived by her son, David Goodman, her brother Bob Obermeyer (wife Susan), her sister Sarai Obermeyer (husband Kory), niece Annie Obermeyer, niece Amy Kelly (and Tom), niece Tori Bendix (husband Clint), nephew Jeff Obermeyer (wife Mirian), grandnieces (Livana, June and Sofia) and grandnephews (Robert, William, Micah and Asher.)
We celebrate Eve who was a woman of integrity who had a good soul and a kind heart. She will be dearly missed, remaining always in our hearts.
Donations may be made in Eve's honor to Kibbutz Palmach Tzuba (which makes chocolate) or to The Legion of Honor in San Francisco.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Feb. 12 to Feb. 15, 2026.

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dayle fung

February 23, 2026

My daughter was enrolled in SpringMeadow Montessori school when she was
a toddler. I believe she was in Eve's first class. Eve was a wonderful teacher
So sorry to hear of her passing. My daughter made many friends and learnt
so many things at SpringMeadoow

Vikki

February 18, 2026

As kids - My summer days w her in Lucas Valley - Her smile and laugh - it never changed!

Donna Farrugia

February 16, 2026

What a beautiful and honorable tribute for an amazing woman. Thinking of my friend Sarai and Eve's entire family during this difficult time.

Amy Hyatt

February 14, 2026

Lovely photo of a beautiful woman, inside & out, and a heartfelt tribute to her meaningful life. I remember well Eve´s kind and gentle manner and abiding grace. My deepest condolences to Sarai and her family.

Mary and Eric Jorgensen

February 13, 2026

We were very sorry for the loss of your sister. While we didn´t know her personally, we see through your writing what a giving person she was to all around her. How lucky to have had such a caring sibling. When we next get together, we'll raise our glasses in a toast to your dear sister!

Saied Molavi

February 13, 2026

Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. I´m holding you all in my heart during this time of sorrow.

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