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1962
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2020
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Samuel Goddess Obituary
Carteret - Capt. Samuel "Sam" K. Goddess, 57 of Carteret passed away Thursday February 13th at Bayshore Medical Center, Holmdel.
Born in Perth Amboy Sam lived in Carteret for many years before moving to the Highlands eight years ago. Sam was a career Carteret Firefighter earning the position of Captain serving Carteret for over thirty years. He was a member of Theodore Roosevelt Lodge F & AM #219 Carteret, the Sons of the American Legion Carteret and was a member of the Carteret Zion Lutheran Church.
Surviving are his companion Tammy Tanga, his siblings Kathleen Greco, Michael Goddess and his wife Donna, Brian Goddess and his wife Paula, Gregory Goddess and his wife Kay, his step mother Alice Goddess, his aunts, uncles, many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held 11AM Wednesday February 19th from the CHUBENKO FUNERAL HOME 625 Port Reading Ave., Port Reading followed by committal service at the Rosehill Crematory Chapel, Linden.
Visitation will be Tuesday February 18th 4pm ~ 8pm at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 3551 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19140.
To send online condolences please visit www.chubenkofh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Goddess
Sponsored by Chubenko Funeral Home - Port Reading.
JOHN R FLETCHER ( Kathy's childhood friend
April 11, 2023
My heartfelt condolences. he was too young. Gratitude and Respect for your Service Sam.
Kathy I knew a couple of your Brothers..but this one was just a baby. I'm so sad for your loss..
You were one of my very favorite childhood friends.
Best wishes,
All my Respect to you and yours.
JOHN FLETCHER,
SARASOTA, F LORIDA,
[email protected]
Casey Waterman
February 18, 2020
We always felt a sense of relief when Sam walked into our warehouse at JFC because we knew the job would be done right and with a smile. Our condolences to Sam's family and everyone at One Pack.
Tommy App
February 16, 2020
RIP my friend and coworker. We shared many laughs and good times together. Thank you for the memories that I will cherish forever.
Deborah Clark
February 15, 2020
Fly high in the heavens Sammy and always know how much you were loved!
Ranita Flores
February 15, 2020
Sam was a great neighbor always willing to help us out we miss you so much buddy. RIP . Our condolences to the entire Goddess family may God comfort you all during this difficult time.
Sheri Karwecki
February 14, 2020
Love ya and miss you Sammy. Rest in peaceful bliss.
Toni De Domenico
February 14, 2020
My condolences to all who knew Sam. He had a heart of gold and always helped out anyone on need. Rest In Peace.
David Machinski
February 14, 2020
Very sorry for your loss.
I will keep your family in my prayers.
February 14, 2020
Lori Weber
Lori Weber
February 14, 2020
Everyones friend. Kind and compassionate . Good people . Sam was one in a million . RIP . Peace out . Somewhere youre watching all
This and smiling . Just waitll you see how many show up to say good-bye. Youll be quite pleased at how many loved you.
Robert Hedesh
February 14, 2020
My deepest condolences to the Goddess family
Tony Dominguez
February 14, 2020
God bless you. RIP
Sharon Brockop
February 14, 2020
So sorry for your loss.Sammy was a nice cheerful person. Many prayers for the family
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Memorial Events
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Feb
18
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Chubenko Funeral Home - Port Reading625 Port Reading Ave., Port Reading, NJ 07064
Feb
19
Funeral service
11:00 a.m.
Chubenko Funeral Home - Port Reading625 Port Reading Ave., Port Reading, NJ 07064
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