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Daniel Godwin Obituary

DANIEL GODWIN

ALTON — Daniel J. Godwin, 49, passed away unexpectedly at 3:07 a.m. Sunday Oct. 5, 2014, at St. Anthony's Health Center in Alton with his wife by his side.

He was born on Nov. 22, 1964, in Madison, Wis., the son of Joseph and Kathryn (Glassey) Godwin.

He married the former Mary Ann Dodd on June 22, 1990, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Alton. She survives.

He worked for Boeing for more than 25 years, and was a Special Software Program Manager. He loved his dog Harley and enjoyed raising St. Bernards. He also loved computer gaming and had several online friendships with computer gamers.

In addition to his wife, Mary Ann, he is also survived by his parents, Joseph and Kathryn Godwin of Alton; a sister and brother-in-law, Karen and Stuart Sinks of Brighton; three special nieces and nephews, Sydney and Jack Sinks, and Katie Flat; and Mary Ann Godwin's son, Chad Doellman of Alton; and extended family.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday Oct. 8, at Staten-Fine Funeral Home in Alton where funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday Oct. 9, 2014.

Cremation will follow.

Memorials may be directed to the American Diabetes Association.

Online tributes and guestbook may be found at www.staten-fine.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Telegraph from Oct. 6 to Oct. 7, 2014.

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Teri Rombaut

October 21, 2014

Mr. & Mrs. Godwin and Karen -

You'll never know how sorry I am to hear of Dan's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

October 11, 2014

Kathy and Joe,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. I know the pain you have. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karla Roberts

Julie Hailer-Swallow

October 9, 2014

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Dennis and Mary Ann Baumgarden

October 7, 2014

We are sorry to hear of Daniel's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers for God's comfort and compassion. Don't hesitate to turn to friends and family for support.

Connie and Ron Cranford

October 7, 2014

Kathy and Joe
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Peggy Wethington

October 7, 2014

So sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies.

Cathy and Ed Gray

October 6, 2014

Kathy and Joe: Was shocked to see this. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Prayers are with all of you.

Teresa Lahr-Barton

October 6, 2014

Mary, I don't know if you would remember me but I worked for Van McConahey's and you were manager. So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. Teresa Lahr- Barton

Dan Skaggs

October 6, 2014

Mary very sorry to hear of your loss. May God wrap his arms around you and grant you comfort.

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