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John Goddard Obituary

Coach John B. Goddard. Age 74. March 3, 2020. Beloved husband of Gloria. Loving father of Andrea (J.P.) Arens and John (Shawn) Goddard. Proud grandfather of Brady, Sean, Lily, Ava, Ty and Hope. Dear brother of Chris (Merry) Goddard and Debbie (Ken) Schonhoff. Visitation Thursday 2-8 pm with a 7 pm scripture service at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Road (4 blocks E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Funeral Mass Friday 10:30 am at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 711 Rickett Road, Brighton. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Catholic High School League (CHSL) are appreciated. Share your memories at

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Published by The Oakland Press from Mar. 3 to Mar. 4, 2020.

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March 15, 2020

A mentor to many young teenage lives in the 70's. You were my gym teacher, you coached our football team. Thank you for your kindness Mr Goddard. My thoughts to your close friends and family for I know you are missed.

Jim and

March 7, 2020

We are devastated to hear of our dear friend John's passing. He will live on in our hearts forever . Our deepest sympathy and love goes out to Gloria and all of the family. I'm always here for you.

March 6, 2020

It is with the utmost regret to hear of John's passing and condolences to Gloria and family.
Knew John from college as a fraternity brother ,dear friend and post association with our families .......oh the memories !!
Will never forget t"that cheshire smile "..God Bless you my friend
Dennis and Wendy

Gerri Gushman

March 3, 2020

So many wonderful memories of Coachs early years at St. Agatha. Truly loved and admired by so many!

Mary Ann

March 3, 2020

I knew John at Shrine and he was a man of integrity and humor. My prayers for his family. Sr. Mary Ann.

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Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Directors - Royal Oak

705 W. Eleven Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48067

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Prayer Service

7:00 p.m.

Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Directors - Royal Oak

705 W. Eleven Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48067

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6

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

St. Patrick Catholic Church

711 Rickett Road, Brighton, MI

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705 W. Eleven Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48067

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