Cecil Goddard

With a heart full of joyous memories, we celebrate the life of Cecil Ray Goddard, who was born on November 28th, 1943, in Webb City, Missouri, and passed away on November 17th, 2025. A devoted father, reliable friend, and generous soul, Cecil was a beacon of resilience and adventurous spirit, inviting all who knew him to live life to the fullest.
Born and raised in Webb City, Cecil remained a proud resident of his beloved hometown throughout his life. He was a steadfast pillar in the community, running a successful trucking and farming business, CRG, Inc., before retiring in 2023. Cecil never lost his love for the open road, exploring the dirt roads of Colorado. Cecil and Aaron took an unforgettable 21 day ride on their motorcycles to Alaska in September of 2000. His adventurous spirit was only matched by his generosity, as he often invited friends and family to join him on his beloved fishing trips to Canada. In every aspect of his life, he embodied the words of Albert Einstein: "The value of a man should be seen in what he gives and not in what he is able to receive."
Cecil's resilient nature was reflected in his profound love for his family, friends, and dogs. Despite having lost his beloved wife, Pamela, he remained a strong and loving figure in the lives of his children, Leslie (Herb) Roderique, Allen (Erin) Goddard, and Aaron (Jill) Goddard; grandchildren, Sarah (Josh) Matthews, Emily (Matt) Eaton, Will Roderique, Sam (Sierra) Goddard, Katie (Austin) Watson, Elizabeth Goddard, Alli Goddard; great grandchildren, Ada Matthews, Lawson Roderique, Lincoln Roderique, Macie Matthews and Elliott Eaton; one brother, Richard (Janice) Goddard; one brother-in-law Jim Freeman and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Eldon and Margaret Goddard, and his wife, Pamela Goddard; one sister, Patty Freeman; one brother, Robert "Bob" Goddard. Cecil's generous heart left a distinctive mark on every life he touched, and his memory will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know him.
There will be an In-State viewing will occur during office ours 8am-4pm, Wednesday-Friday.
A Graveside Service will be held Saturday November 22, 2025, 10 a.m. at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
The services are under the personal direction of Simpson Funeral Home. The family encourages relatives and friends to visit www.simpsonfh.com to share photos and memories of Cecil. Cecil lived a life of extraordinary depth, and we invite you to join us in celebrating his legacy.