"Dick, very sorry to hear of your brother?s passing. You and your family are in my prayers. Karen"
In loving memory of
Steven K. Godkin
June 4, 1979 - September 11, 2018
Steven "Steve" K. Godkin, age 39, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 11, 2018.
Steve was born on June 4, 1979 in West Allis, WI to Carl and Carole Godkin. Steve was a graduate of Sun Prairie High School, Class of 1997.
Steve was a music enthusiast and always brought fun memories. As a fantastic bartender, he took pride in creating wonderful drinks for friends and family. He loved sports, and he was also a successful martial artist. He went on to compete and win several trophies along with achieving his second-degree black belt. He was also a pet-lover and will be dearly missed by his pet dog, Rusty.
Steve is survived by his daughter Haven Venden Godkin; mother Carole (step-dad Dennis) Lange; brothers Richard (Sue) Godkin, Billy (Nancy) Godkin, and Michael (Lisa) Godkin; aunts and uncles Karl (Julie) Noll, Dick (Ann) Noll, Sandy (Ron) Neumann, and Kris (Jerry) Morrison. He is further survived by many other cousins, relatives, and special friend and mentor Robert McKay that will miss him dearly. Steve was preceded in death by his father Carl R. Godkin, brother Eddie Godkin, and grandparents Wally and Donna Noll.
Visitation will be from 9-12:00 PM (noon) on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at Cress Funeral Home, 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie, WI with a memorial service beginning at 12:00 PM.
We know you are with Eddie and your dad and your grandparents. We find comfort in knowing they are surrounding you with love and peace. We will love and miss you forever.
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
1310 Emerald Terrace
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
608-837-9054
Tributes
"Dear Carole, You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. I, or no one can take your pain away. Take relief in knowing Steve is pain free and is with Eddie, his dad and grandparents and the Heavenly Father.
My Sincerest Condolences,
Cheryl"
"Our son Steve was a very good friend of Eddie and your son, Steve. Our Steve died of overdose in 2011 in Sun Prairie. I spoke with Eddie at that time. My deepest condolences to you, I know the pain. Feel free to contact me at 608-338-5476 to talk. Take care, Linda Gooch"
"PART 1 CONTNUED...With there musical talents. Why I keep asking myself, why? The only thing I can come up with is that heaven needed another angel. He was happy when I spoke to him on Labor Day. Very excited about his new job opportunity. I believe he would of done amazing things in the Dells . He told me he was in a happy place in his life, and that things were finally falling into place for him.He also told me of the love he had for his mom. May the Lord guide you through this difficult time of sorrow. When ever we see a guitar or a golf cart, we will fondly remember the print Steve left on our hearts. Fly free, Steve. You have earned your wings.
Love, Mary Lee and Family, Diane Mckay and Family, and Sharon Loomis and Family."
"Dear Carol and Family: We are saddened beyond belief of the unexpected passing of Steve. He was a kind and caring gentleman who left a huge impact on my family and this world. Both Steve and Eddie used to entertain my dad up at the lake "