R.C. Goodwyn, Sr.
Founder
President 1932-1966

R. C. Goodwyn and his brother Arthur came to Powhatan County from Chesterfield County in 1932 to establish a sawmill on what was known as the Hatcher Plantation. The location of this farm was on Academy and Goodwyn Roads.

R. C. Goodwyn, known as Dick, later bought out his brother an became sole owner of the company. He married a native Powhatan girl, the former Mary Franklin Worsham, bought the farm, raised 6 children and became a very successful businessman.

He was soon to see his small operation turn into a fleet of trucks, an electric sawmill, a planning mill, a millwork shop, several warehouses, a salesperson, and many wonderful employees. One by one he initiated his children into the lumber business.

On January 1, 1969 he retired from the business, leaving a legacy to his children and 16 grandchildren which consisted not only of his extensive knowledge of lumber, but his high standard of integrity. He will long be remembered by those who knew him as a man who gave unselfishly to his family, his community, and his church.

N.B. Goodwyn
President
1966-1996

Archie H. Goodwyn
President
1996-2002

R. Christian (Pal) Goodwyn
President
2002-2005