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William Godshalk Obituary
James Bond Godshalk had five children and William R. Godshalk was the wildest. When Bill Godshalk was 10 and playing shortstop in Little League, he caught a ball only to drop it when the base runner hit his glove. Bill attacked the other player. James Godshalk walked on to the field and pulled his son back. "He needed me," Mr. Godshalk said. "And I needed him, I did so much."
James Godshalk taught his son sports, and in the process taught him how to calm himself. But Bill Godshalk kept his wild and adventurous heart, even as a 35-year-old vice president at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods in the World Trade Center, said his fiancée, Aleese Hartmann. At a memorial service for his son, James Godshalk was reminded of a verse by James Whitcomb Riley:
Old man never had much to say -
'Ceptin to Jim, -
And Jim was the wildest boy he had,
And the old man jes' wrapped up in him!
When he recited the poem, he substituted "Bill" for the name Jim, and told the story of a wild boy and the father who loved him.
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Jonathan Slater
September 11, 2024
Bill,
From our first meeting when you took me to lunch at South Union St. Restaurant when you worked with Dean Witter Reynolds, I always appreciated your knowledge and plan for me as a client.
Some we got right,America Online .
Your ability to allow me to be part of the process is something I recall well.
May your endearing spirit live on in your friends and loved ones.
I'm grateful for the few years that we knew each other.
Roll Tide !
Jonathan Slater
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2023
Billy,
Twenty two years since the day you were taken from this life we know. Nothing can ever take away a love the heart holds dear... YOU ARE LOVED AND MISSED GREATLY.
Think of us as we do You, often.
Love You Lots,
Diane
Garden of Reflection 9/11 Memorial Yardley, PA
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2021
Billy,
So difficult to express the emotions this day brings, 20 years today since you left us. Thoughts of memories of you bring smiles to our faces but leave tears of sadness in our souls.
You lit a string of lights around so many hearts on the day you left and to this day those lights shine bright. You are missed and loved Continue to watch over all of us.
Think of us as we do You, often
Love You Lots,
Diane
Mary Ruvane
September 11, 2020
IN MEMORIUM - 9/11
It's been 19 years but you are not forgotten. On this day my thoughts & prayers are with Bill-Bill's sister Jane, her husband John, and their 2 kids. I pray that the family continues to focus on the happy memories of Bill Bill, --Much love, Mary R,
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Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2020
Billy,
The sun shines bright today yet there is a shadow that hangs over our hearts. It is the absence of your physical presence. You are always with us, watching over us all & keeping us safe. Your laughter and wit carry on in our memories and our hearts are filled with your love.
We miss You, We love You...
Think of us as we do You, often...
Love You Lots,
Diane
Diane Mehrhoff
May 4, 2020
Billy,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY... Thinking of You...
Love You Lots...
Diane
DIANE MEHRHOFF
September 11, 2019
Billy,
Another year has gone by...
18 years ago today we physically lost you... But, not the memories or the love that lingers in our hearts...
Today was another beautiful September day. It was spent thinking of you, and all those lost.
Ill head to the beach and take our usual walk.
Give everyone a hug for me and an extra one for your Mom. Keep that grand smile on your face and dont get into trouble pulling any of your silly stunts!
Think of us often, as we do you...
LOVE YOU LOTS...
Diane
Mary Ruvane
September 11, 2019
IN MEMORIUM - 9/11
It's been 18 years but I still smile whenever thinking of Bill-Bill Godshalk & his fun loving circle of young friends. He was lost in his prime, just when he had found his stride & the love of his life. He remains sorely missed. Like his family I spent my summers in Buck Hill Falls. I was older than Bill but through my role as the summer arts & crafts counselor with the BHF Camp Club and later co-teenage director I grew to know him & his circle of friends. I loved them all. After his passing I often ran into his mom, Grace. For the past 4 years she'd drop by my new bookshop to swap stories about Bill. I was so sorry to to learn that she had passed away in December of 2018. My thoughts & prayers are with Bill-Bill's sister Jane, her husband John, and their 2 kids as they press on without Grandma Grace & Bill Bill. --Much love, Mary Ruvane
DIANE Mehrhoff
December 15, 2018
Catch Your STAR.....
LOVE YOU LOTS....
Diane
Grace Godshalk
September 12, 2018
I miss you Bill-Bill. Lots of love Mo-Mo
September 11, 2018
God bless you Bill.
Jonathan Slater
September 11, 2018
Dear Bill,
May your 'roll tide' spirit live on as we commemorate You and everyone 17 years ago.
I always appreciated our lunches on King Street or the Big Schooners from the Fish Market.
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2018
Hi Billy,
Here it is September 11th again. The years go by but not much time passes that you are not thought of, spoken of or missed.
This morning your Mom is at The Garden of Reflection 9 - 11 Memorial in Yardley, once again putting on a grand service remembering those of you who passed that were from Lower Makefield. She and the others involved have designed a breath taking Memorial. The twin water fountain towers are spectacular. The sound of their water flowing is an ease as one walks along the glass wall and reads the names of those who perished on that dreadful morning. I know you would love the place and that you would be so proud of her.
We are all doing okay. We know that you watch over us and feel our love...
WE ALL MISS YOU...
Think of us often, as we do you...
LOVE YOU LOTS...
Diane
Always Remember...
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2018
In Our Hearts... Forever
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2018
Jonathan Slater
June 3, 2018
I have known of Bill's passing for many years but was reading a story earlier today about Tide Football, so I thought of him.
About 25 years ago, I met Bill when I called into Dean Witter Reynolds and was put in touch with him.
He invited me to a lunch seminar that He and Chris Paglia did .
I learned alot that day about Bill, the Company and the Stock Market.
So I became a client and the first stock we came up with was AOL...what a find.
I stayed a client for many years.
May your warm and caring spirit continue to live on with your many friends/family...Roll Tide and Go Eagles Bill.
Diane Mehrhoff
February 4, 2018
Hey Bill,
EAGLES SOAR!!!
Your Philadelphia Eagles have won their first Super Bowl!!!
It was a game of games and The Eagles played a great one. The streets of Philadelphia are packed with Eagles Fans celebrating the win. Broad Street has not seen such a celebration since the signing of the Declearation of Independence!
Way cool... I know you'ld be right out there partying with them.
Thinking of you... Love You Lots,
Diane
Grace Maureen Godshalk
May 4, 2017
May 4, 2017 your 51st Birthday
You are still the young man to me who walked the door of our Buck hill Cottage the last Sunday in August 2001.
Many of your friends sent Birthdat wishes and love to you today.
Sending lots of love to you.....MoMo
Diane Mehrhoff
May 4, 2017
BILLY,
"HAPPY BIRTHDAY"!
It was a grand and glorious day here in the Hamptons. I took the dogs for a walk at lunch time down to Clearwater Beach. One could see across to Conneticut and out to Block Island, it was so clear! I skimmed a few stones for you... I did pretty good...
There aren't too many days I don't think of you... From you saving my tail from some sort of mishap I find myself in or just plain missing you...
We ALL MISS YOU...
Think of us often as we do you...
LOVE YOU LOTS...
Diane
Pennsbury H.S class of '84, 10th Reunion
Grace Maureen Godshalk
September 13, 2016
September 12, 2016
To my darling son. I grieve for you missing the life that so many of your family and friends live. I pray any cry for you every day. I cannot part with things that belong to you because they bring me inner peace and a sense of security. Your friends have not given up on you, when I see them they always say your name.
We had two beautiful ceremonies at the Garden of Reflection. On Septemner 10th there was a Candlelight Vigil. About 500 people attended and many children were part of the program or helped.
Sunday morning September 11th there was a Memorial Ceremony where each flight was recognized by the clang oh a fire bell. In between there were songs, poems, prayers and thoughts from families. I told about our last phone call where you said "I'm OK". I know you are Ok because you are in the hands of God.
I love you, MoMo Momot
I
September 11, 2016
Billy - thinking of you and your family today and can't believe that it has been 15 years since you had to endure that terrible day that took your life and so many others. Remembering the crazy times we had at Buck Hill playing tennis and hanging out with Tony, Tommy, Jayne, Mary Kay and Eddie. ... great times for all of us ....never thought so many would be gone so young.....
Shelly Kalins Lutz
Lake Harmony, PA
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2016
Hey BILLY,
Time passes so swiftly yet not a day goes by that you are not thought of. Fifteen years... Where did they go?
We watched the memorial today listening to the names being read. A sweet young boy all dressed neatly in his suit had the honor of reading your name today. Just prior to that a lovely woman played a version of "Danny Boy" on her flute. I thought to myself, how appropriate!
Our hearts are filled with love for you. We all miss you, greatly.
Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots.... Diane
bill koretz
September 11, 2016
I never knew mr. godshalk but I grieve for him and all those who lost their lives on 9/11. God bless them all.
Grace Godshalk
September 13, 2015
Fourteen years of missing Bill. Lots of love Mom
Diane MEHRHOFF
September 11, 2015
Billy,
Another busy year has past... Without you here to share life's experiences and challenges...
The family news is, Meaghan is a Mom! Michaela was born last November and is every bit like Meaghan! What goes around comes around!!! Ha Ha
Summer in the Hampton's was gorgeous! I went to the beach almost everyday. I often wonder if one day you might have bought a place of your own out here. That would have been grand. : > }
It's bizarre how quickly time passes. Fourteen years, where have they gone... You are always here with us, in our hearts.
Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots....Diane
May 13, 2015
My name is Mark Hackman and I played ice hockey at Pennsbury with Bill. I have his picture inside my desk drawer. I see it under my papers now and again and remember. He was/is a shooting star.
Grace Godshalk
February 24, 2015
This weekend our family gathered to celebrate the seventh birthday of your nephew and namesake. He is a curious, funny and bright little boy. You are so loved and missed by everyone....LOL Mom
Chris Paglia
November 12, 2014
Hi Bill,
I always remember working with you at Dean Witter on 110 South Union Street in Olde Town Alexandria Virginia. When I was the young rookie broker in the bullpen you helped teach me the ropes. I still remember the Bubba Gump hat you wore a few times back in 1994. I only learned of your passing a few years ago when I attempted to look you up to hopefully reconnect and have a laugh. I wanted to let you know that I'm still in the business but no longer a rookie, but rather one of the top producers at Wells Fargo Advisors now. I have thought of you often after reading about your story on 9/11. I have never forgotten your wit or sense of humor nor the big heart you possessed. My only regret is that we were not able to reconnect prior to September 11th...Miss you you my friend and bullpen partner at Dean Witter.
Grace Maureen godshalk
September 13, 2014
September 11, 2014 started off with an 8:30 am Remembrance Ceremony at the Garden of Reflection. The time line of that morning is followed starting with a fire bell ringing for each crash. The bell was followed by a violinist leading into a speaker offering words of comfort and healing. There were beautiful choral and acoustic guitar selections. Poems and reflections from several family members followed.
I miss you so very much...Lots of Love MoMo
Grady Strachan
September 12, 2014
Bill:
The Years Turn, Things Change. Some Grow Older, Many Grow Grayer. The Cycle of Life continues its perpetual spin so that once again we are reminded of those we lost. While we use the Tragic Events of 9/11/01 as a Marker to remember...it is Your Awesome Life that lingers within our Memories. The World was made Less on 9/11/01...but our lives were Enriched from knowing You!
Roll Tide Brother
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2014
Hey Billy,
And so this is September 11th 2014, another year over and a new one just begun...
I spoke with your Mom last evening. She was preparing for the memorial service held this morning at the Garden of Reflection. She sounds good. Busy as ever!
I think of you often, if that word even comes close to describing just how often... But you know that, cause you are My Guardian Angle... :>}
Billy, your love and memories will live on in our hearts forever. Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots....Diane
Grace Maureen Godshalk
September 12, 2013
September 11th started off with an early morning ceremony at the Garden of Reflection - www.9-11memorialgarden.org.
Many of your friends were there among more that 300 people. In the afternoon I tool the train to New York City to attend the annual KBW dinner at the Central Park Zoo. I spoke to many of your friends and was introduced to your good friend Derek Sword's father.
Miss you and sending lots of Love....Mom
Keven Hatcher
September 11, 2013
Bill and I were room mates at Alabama out freshman year and then he was my fraternity little brother our sophmore year. One fond memory I have of Bill is the weekend we went to visit my home town of Nashvillle TN. We had gone out to dinner that night with my family at a barbecue restaurant called the Sportsman Grill when my younger brother who was like 11 at the time started choking on his food and was turning blue in the face. No one at the table even noticed except Bill who jumped up and dislodged the food. My younger brother still refers to Bill as the guy who saved his life. Thanks Bill for all the great memories! I will never forget the great times
Diane M. Mehrhoff
September 11, 2013
Hey Billy,
Every September 11th, marks another year without you...
Another year over and a new one just begun...
Billy, your love and memories will live on in our hearts forever. Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots....
Diane
September 11, 2013
I just sent the following message to Grace Maureen Godshalk via Facebook. I then found this memorial page and wanted to post it here as well in hopes she would see it.
Hello. I hope I am contacting Grace Godshalk who is mother of Bill Godshalk. My name is Mary Coyle, and I grew up in Yardley. My sister Barbara was in HS with Bill at Pennsbury. (I am a few years older and did not know him.) Barbara, my other sister Bernadette, and I went to visit the 9/11 memorial in Manhattan this summer. I wanted to share with you a story from that visit that I must say is probably the most amazing coincidence of my life. We were all walking around separately from one another, taking in the memorial and taking photos. I stopped at a point where I could get the reflection of the new Freedom tower in the reflecting pool. My sister Barbara walked over to me and for some reason, at that moment, I asked her: "What was the name of your classmate who lost his life here on 9/11?" She answered Bill Godshalk. Seconds later I looked down -- having not moved a centimeter left or right -- and whose name was I standing DIRECTLY in front of but William Robert Godshalk. I took a photo and am attaching it here for you. I still wonder how it was possible that of the nearly 3,000 names I came to stand directly in front of his name at the moment I asked about him. I was not looking for it. I didn't even remember his name, which is why I had to ask my sister. In any case, I wanted to let you know. I have thought many times since that day (July 20) to write you but never got around to it. But I could not let this day pass without reaching out to tell you this story. My deepest condolences to you on your loss.
Sincerely,
Mary Coyle
Brad English
September 11, 2013
One of my funniest memories of Bill was when he was trying to set up one of his pledge brothers on a blind date. My date missed her ride up to Tuscaloosa and Bill's girlfriend at the time was desperately looking for a blind date for her "little sister" from the sorority. Everybody was practically running from Bill as he went though the house looking for a willing victim. He finally cornered me. Can't tell you all the promises he made to me in exchange for my agreement to go out with this girl. That girl became my wife. Because Bill wouldn't let me off the hook, I now have two beautiful daughters and a wife of 19 years. Both of the girls can tell the story better than I can. But they never tire of hearing about brother Bill. Rest easy. You will never be forgotten.
Austin P
September 11, 2013
Miss you Bill
Brett Stillman
September 15, 2012
It was 1981 and we were waiting to be picked up by your mother in the old station wagon to go to hockey practice. We were playing in the parking lot outside the shop class when you let go that wicked wrist shot of yours. I was so determined to stop it when my kick save became a broken window at the school. Being the person you are you took the blame even know it came off my foot. You always took the high road and were a great leader of our team. I always admired your sportsmanship and your willingness to step up and protect your friends and the ones you love. I can only imagine you gave your life on 9/11 protecting your fellow workers and making sure they were safe without regards for your own safety. I think of you often, and know on that day we lost a great American.
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2012
Your light will always shine upon us and guide us on our journey...
September 11, 2012
Hey Bill,
So here I find myself eleven years later... Still missing you... Always will...
As you keep watch over us know that we are aware that it is you, keeping us safe.
And in case you were wondering, we know that it's you making some of those strange things happen when we least expect them to! :>}
You always manage to put a smile on our faces...
Billy, your love and memories will live on in our hearts forever. Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots....
Diane
Keith Jones
September 11, 2012
Missing you Uncle Bill Bill... Still bringing a smile to my face... I remember the VW and BuckHill, and the time we bet I couldnt find my way back to the BH house. So you drove me around blindfolded and dropped me off somewhere.. Fun times with you... Thinking of you and Pop on this day.. miss you...
Thom Styner
September 11, 2012
Memo, Not a day goes by I dont think about you my man!!
I hope you're resting in peace my old friend.
Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Styner
grace maureen godshalk
September 10, 2012
Dear Bill,
Eleven years have passed like the blink of an eye. Tomorrow there will be an Honor and Remembrance Ceremony at the Garden of Reflection. I was there today to place your picture on your name plate and I found a beautiful gift from someone who knew you in high school. It was a collage with a photo of you wearing a blue jacket when you were about 14yrs old. There was an unsigned letter and I wish I knew who left it there so I could thank them.
We all love you and miss you..
Mom
Grace Godshalk
May 5, 2012
Missing Bill on his 46th birthday.
Lots of love from Mom
Diane Mehrhoff
May 5, 2012
Bill,
"Happy day after your Birthday"!
It has been a rainy week here in the Hamptons. I didn't go to the beach or out to Montauk Downs, as it was just too bitter to do so.
Last month I took my Mom for a visit to your Mom, for their Birthdays. While we were there Will was off from school and so Jane took us all to a beautiful statue garden park for a day. We had a wonderful time. I took some great pictures of Will. He is a ham in front of the camera just as you were!
Bridget looks alot like Jane...
Everyone is well and all seem to be doing fine.
We all miss you greatly, as well as the impact that you would have had on our lives over the years. Heaven only knows what you would have gotten us all into by now! :>}
Know that you are loved. Always have been. Always will be...
Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots...
Diane
Tony Cullen
January 11, 2012
ROLL TIDE!! I was rooting as much for you as for Alabama the other night. Glad they won it all.
December 22, 2011
Bill,
I didn't know you but your story has touched my heart. You seem like you came from a wonderful family. I went to Ole Miss and you look like one of those Alabama fans who was always so polite every time you beat us so badly. God bless you and your family. Merry Christmas.
September 21, 2011
Felt deep heart connection with you by knowing your mother Grace. My grandsons (ages 5 and 7) were very helped to understand... by visiting and seeing LM Garden Of Reflection. ?
September 13, 2011
We watched the Memorial Service on TV in England and my daughter Holly heard Bill's name being read out.
We send you our heartfelt greetings and condolences from your Irish Family.
Denis Johnston
Alison Holsman
September 13, 2011
Bill - I took my son's to the Garden on the 10th anniversary. My middle son, Jack, tells everyone he knows about you. He asks me to tell him stories of what you were like when we where little. Your memory survives not just with your family and friends, but in your friends children as well. We all miss you!
Alison
Grace Maureen Godshalk
September 12, 2011
Well Bill, they finally did it. After ten years a spectacular memorial opened at the World Trade Center. The South Tower has been replaced by a bronze railing around a deep pool with water flowing from above. Your name is engraved and grouped with all the others from KBW.
We miss you so much and love you lots.
MoMo and Dad
TC
September 12, 2011
Bill Bill. Was that you helping the Jets pull one out of the hat last night against the hated Cowboys? I was thinking that blocked punt seemed to have divine intervention. Thanks for that! We cranked some sweet Jerry on the ride home after in you honor!
September 11, 2011
It is said that with time the pain fades and that it becomes easier to deal with the loss. Today September 11, 2011 marks ten years since you were taken from us. The pain is not as sharp yet, it is still there. It comes in waves. As for it becoming easier to deal with the loss... it isn't any easier today than it was then.
I find comfort in knowing you are there watching over all of us. I find strength in speaking to you. As you know there is hardly a day that goes by that you are not thought of by one of the family or one of your friends.
This year has been a difficult one for our family as my Dad has left us to join you and Granny. Time and distance does not lessen the love we all feel for any of you.
Billy, your love and memories will live on in our hearts forever. Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots....
Diane
mike rocco
September 10, 2011
bill, it has been a long time since we played hoops with the boys in the village or teed it up at buck hill, but god i miss those days. billy, you always made me feel include even though i was on the fringe and i will never forget that. i loved sitting down and having a drink and comparing the great courses we had played, pretty special. bill we will all meet on that village hoop court again, just make sure corbett keeps his elbow down! miss you and god bless
Diane Mehrhoff
September 7, 2011
Billy,
Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots.
Diane
Jane Godshalk Haller
September 6, 2011
Bill,
I have no idea how I have made it through these past 10 years without you. We have all walked through a haze into hell and back -- but somehow I keep going with your determined spirit in mind. I know you would want us to live life to its fullest, to enjoy every moment of every day -- and I try. I just miss having my big brother around. I miss the times we would have spent together as adults. I miss the times you would have spent as the best Uncle in the world to my kids. My kids will never meet you, but they sure do know you because you are talked about constantly in our house. (I love seeing Bridget & Will play together because they so remind me of you & me playing when we were younger.)
So as this dreadful anniversary approaches, please know we miss you terribly -- but are trying to make you proud of how we have come through this & how we are trying to live life to its fullest. You will forever be a part of me that is missing.
Love,
Jane
Maria Steppling
May 17, 2011
You just "popped" in as you often do. You are such a part of our family, especially to Gary. I am glad you watch over him and us.
Love,
Boot
grace godshalk
May 4, 2011
Today is Bill's 45th birthday. We love you and miss you so much.
Love you lots,
Mom and Dad
Diane Mehrhoff
May 4, 2011
Billy,
"HAPPY BIRTHDAY"!
With much joy your "understudy" Prince William married his Princess Katherine (Kate) in a beautiful ceromony last Friday. As I watched the wedding I thought of you and Granny watching from above. I am certain the two of you had something to do with the beautiful weather that day.
All is well out here in the Hamptons. I think of you just about everyday and wonder where it was out here that you and your friends used to rent when you would come out here to play golf. I will be off to the beach with the dogs after school today to take that walk along the beach with you.
My parents are doing fine. I spoke with your mom on Monday and will call her again later today. I am long over due for a visit with your parents, Jane, John and the little ones.
On sunday night the news of Bin Ladins death broke on the news. For me it was met with a sense of relief followed by a rush of saddness.
I miss you dearly. The memories of your tenderness, loving ways and of course your silliness / sense of humor wonder into my thoughts often.
Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots...
Diane
Gary Steppling
May 3, 2011
Bill, I still think about you almost every day and wish the best for your family. I have had the Centennial commemorative painting of #4 Blue hanging On the wall in my house for almost 10 years now. I have a memorial photograph picture of you in the corner and think about all those memorable Buck Hill member guest tournaments we shared together. I still play golf and I still listen to the same songs we used to listen to. You will always be an important part of my life. Peace brother-
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2010
Billy,
Remember the song that goes something like this...And so this is Christmas and what have you done, another year over and a new one just begun....Well, and so this is September 11th, another year over and a new one just begun... Hard to believe that it's another year. It isn't just this day that I miss you, I miss you everyday. Thanks for watching over me. I know that it is you...I know that you have been there when I've been in need..."YOU ARE MY GUARDIAN ANGLE". Keep watch over us all. Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots...
Diane
Sharon Godshalk Hoffman
September 11, 2010
Remembering you on this day.
D.M.P
September 11, 2010
we will never forget
LTC Thom Styner
September 9, 2010
Memo,
That fateful day in 2001 is upon us again. I was transitioning back to India a few weeks ago and had a short layover in Newark. It took a cab into the city to the WTC...where we lost you. I wanted you to know you are still missed, loved and remembered. We still morn your loss…I miss you Bill!!!
Thom
Grace Maureen Godshalk
May 5, 2010
Dear Bill, yesterday on your 44th birthday I met a group of twenty people at the Memorial. I gave them a tour and told them how we designed, built and raised the funds for this beautiful Memorial.
Love you lots, Mom
www.9-11memorialgarden.org
Diane M. Mehrhoff
May 4, 2010
Billy, Here it is May 4th, your birthday and another gorgious day in the Hamptons! Today to spend some quiet time with you (as I do every year on your birthday), I have chosen to ride out to Montalk and walk around the light house. I think of you often and miss you alot. I'll be calling your Mom, Dad and Jane later. Be safe, keep watch over us as I know you always do! Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots...
Saban Hoist BCS 2009 Trophy
Grady Strachan
January 9, 2010
Bama One Another National Championship...I am sure you were looking down from Heaven! ROLL TIDE!
January 8, 2010
ROLL TIDE!!! Happy for you Billy. Must have been a great night in Heaven!
Tony Cullen
Keith Jones
September 13, 2009
Hey Uncle Bill-Bill,, thinking of you. I took you with me to work on Friday. Eight years ago in Yardley I took two bottles of beer outside from Pop's house a week after that day and sat and drank one and saved the other for you. Still have it on my bookshelf and will always keep it. Thank you for being the best uncle a kid could have. I miss you and your zest for life. My thoughts are with Pop, Grace, Jane, and you. -Keith
Jane Godshalk-Haller
September 11, 2009
Bill-Bill,
Somehow we have made it through another year without you. We are strengthened and inspired by your love of life. You lived with purpose & determination & joy each and every day. And that joy for life and love of family & friends is the greatest gift of all that you have left behind. I am reminded of this every single day of my life. Your legacy is one to be proud of: Love, joy, happiness, enthusiasm, zest. I am so proud & lucky to have been your little sister.
Billy - Buck Hill Falls, Pa.
September 11, 2009
A moment with Billy, Love Diane
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2009
Billy,
And so here I sit on September 11, 2009
writing you yet another note to let you know I miss you a great deal. As always when the night sky is full of stars I wonder which one is you, looking down and wathcing over us, keeping us safe and wrapped in your love so tight. Know that we think of you often and that you are loved always.
If the weather clears in the morning, I will head off to Main Beach for a walk with you before I go out to Montauk Downs to hit some golf balls. :>)
Left a message for your Mom & Dad today and spoke with John to let them know, I love them all and was thinking of you.
Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots...
Diane
Christopher Hartmann
September 11, 2009
When I think of 9/11, I think of Bill. When I remember 9/11, I remember Bill. I pray those who loved you find strength in their Faith, Friends and Family. God bless the Godshalk family. Chris Hartmann Pennsbury clas of 83
Gary M "Gawfer"
September 11, 2009
In honor of my fellow Americans who were lost 8 years ago, I remember William (Bill) Godshalk.
Semper-
LTC Thom Styner
September 11, 2009
Memo,
Another year passed my friend. We lost you today...though we never can forget you. You are in my thought as always Bill. I see you youthful, happy and smiling that grand smile. Stay at peace Memo....We love and miss you so!!
Grace Maureen Godshalk
September 10, 2009
Tomorrow will be eight years since we lost Bill. I will be going to New York tomorrow to walk in Bill's footsteps.
Grace Maureen Godshalk
May 5, 2009
Lots of love to Bill on his 43rd birthday. Missing You.
Love Mom
Diane Mehrhoff
May 5, 2009
Hi Billy,
And so there passes another Birthday! I phoned your Mom and Dad yesterday as well as Jane, John and the little ones!
Didn't get to the beach or the driving range for you due to the bad weather here in the Hamptons, perhaps tomorrow should the weather clear.
While I was downloading our old family slides I came across great pictures of us when we were little!!! I'm going to send them along to Jane and your Mom. Wish you were here to see the pictures. I can only imagine how hard you'd be laughing. :>}
My Dad had emergency surgery yesterday, would you and Granny do me a favor and KEEP WATCH OVER HIM FOR ME.
Think of me as I do you, often. Miss you much and love you lots...
Diane
LTC Thom Styner
May 5, 2009
Happy Birthday...I celebrate the gift of knowing you and we will never forget how you touched our lives!!
I miss you!
Doug Abraham
May 4, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Scott Christino
November 30, 2008
Bill Bill,
I was cleaning out some old papers today and ran across an old notebook that had your name and address in it from my one and only summer at Buck Hill. We only hung out those couple of months, but I will always remember the guy from Yardley with the cool car. (Was it a red '66 camaro?, that's how I remember it anyway) Randomly I decided to Google your name today and found this Guest Book paying tribute to you. Not surprisingly, it sounds like you grew up to be a great guy. I wish I had kept in touch and maintained our friendship, but life has a way of taking us all in many different directions I guess.
That summer hanging out with you and the rest of the Buck Hill crowd was one I will never forget. I was an outsider kid from Philly and you-all made me feel like one of the crowd. Seems to me we may have even played as partners in the boy’s doubles finals that summer. I don't think we won. We had lots of good times doing the kind of things that 15 and 16 year old kids do, and luckily we didn't get in trouble for it.
It appears that your family and friends have done a lot to memorialize you at Buck Hill Falls, and that is a perfect fit. It is the place that I will always remember you from. As the 9-11 anniversary occurs each year I will remember the good times we had together. Thanks for being a great part of my memories.
Diane Mehrhoff
October 29, 2008
HEY BILLY!
And who said the Philiies couldn't play Baseball? !!!!! "Congratulations" They just won the World Series!
You and your Philliy Angels must be partying up a storm :>) Just wanted to share the news with you and let you know that I'm thinking about you. Miss you much and love you lots... Diane
Keith Jones
September 13, 2008
Uncle Bill-Bill,, Thinking of you and all those wonderful times we got to spend with you at Buck Hill. We miss you very much on the west coast as well. You are with me wherever I go..
Grace Maureen Godshalk
September 11, 2008
Dear Bill, You are forever in my thoughts. Today we had a service at the Lower Makefield memorial. All day there has been a steady stream of people viewing the memorial.
Love you lots, Mom
www.9-11memorialgarden.org
Debbie Bochte
September 11, 2008
Bill-Bill, You are missed every day. Buck Hill will never be the same without you.
Caitlin Moore
September 11, 2008
I didn't know Bill, but I received a remembrance silver band from my dad a few years ago with his name inscribed on it. I keep it in a safe place and I'll always stumble upon it, thinking about this man I never knew. I am so sorry for the families loss; I know what it's like to lose someone before their time.
Prayers and stay strong.
Diane Mehrhoff
September 11, 2008
Billy,
So hard to believe another year without has passed. It is a beautiful September day. I will be heading up to Main Beach after school to spend some time with you......Tomorrow, I'll head over to Montauk Downs to hit some golf balls with you...... Miss you much and love you lots... You are always in my thoughts. Love Ya' Diane
Thomas Styner
September 10, 2008
Memo,
Back in India again! It was here I knew of your loss. It is a haunting reminder being here again. Tomorrow is 11 September and I will be going to the Ambassadors residence to pay tribute to those we lost as well as those we lost avenging our fellow Americans. I miss you Bill. I speak of you often. An office mate saw your picture on my desk and asked me who you were…..I was proud to tell him, “that’s my friend Bill Godshalk”. I had to tell him about those amazing summers your Dad took us to Stones, Who and Journey concerts in 1982-1983. We were so young..so full of life. I recall those days often and think of you my friend. I miss you…you are never forgotten!!!!
Thom
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army
Army Attaché
U.S. Embassy New Delhi
Conor fitzgerald
June 24, 2008
Aleese,
Hope you're well!
I'll never forget.
Conor
Diane M. Mehrhoff
May 5, 2008
Billy,
"Happy Birthday", I'll be heading to Montauk Downs today (as the weather wasn't very nice yesterday) to hit some golf balls for you. It's a beautiful day out here in the Hamptons...Wish you were here!!!! Miss you lots and Love you lots. Always, Diane
Doug Abraham
May 4, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
Dave Murphy
September 11, 2007
Bill-Bill:
Thinking of you on this day. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. You are truly missed by the boys in Buck Hill.
All the best - Dave
Diane Maureen Mehrhoff
September 11, 2007
Hey Billy,
I'm sitting here at my desk at school reading all the previous tributes friends and family have left over the years. It is touching in so many ways to here how you brought love and laughter into their lives. Thank You for being the best you that you could possibly be. I think of you often and miss you greatly.
Love you "LOTS"...Diane
Grace Maureen Godshalk
August 18, 2007
Hi Bill,
Missing you so much that I turned to your website to read all the letters from your friends. Today is a beautiful blue sky day. I recently came across a poem you wrote in school when you were eight.
"The clouds are like sheep swimming in a sea of blue" Every time I see a blue sky with clouds I look up and think of you and how much I love you.
Lots of love, MoMo
LTC Thom Styner
August 17, 2007
Memo,
Just thinking about you today. Someone I saw today reminded me of you..friends...memories and happiness. I miss you Bill. I wonder how our lives would be different with you WITH us. Your gone...never forgotten and I'm sad I can't talk to you..tell you all that's been happening with Cynthia and I. We're still fighting in Afghanistan....still fighting in Iraq. Though many will forget what happened the day we lost you... I cannot. You're missed Bill..I just wanted you to know!!
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