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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.
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N.B. Goodwyn
President
1966-1996
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Archie H. Goodwyn
President
1996-2002
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R. Christian (Pal) Goodwyn
President
2002-2005
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