Private Frederick Goodman, was the third son of Herbert and Ann Goodman of Surrey Street Luton. Frederick was born in 1893 in Markyate where his father was an Asphalter (one who works with tar, probably working in laying road surfaces or sealing roofs).

Prior to enlisting in August 1916, Frederick worked as a labourer at the Diamond Foundry, alongside his two elder brothers Walter and Archie. He joined the Royal Sussex Regiment, and served until he was wounded on the 20th June 1917. He was taken to a casualty clearing station at Proven where he died soon after arrival.