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David GODFREY Obituary

Age 48 Of St. Paul, MN Died October 11th, 2017 at Our Lady of Peace Hospice from complications of alcoholism. Preceded in death by father Dennis Godfrey. Survived by wife, Dana Wagner and sons August and Thomas Godfrey; mother, Susan Newman and step-father John Wagner; sister Barbara Godfrey, uncle Charles Teeter and aunt Bonnie Godfrey; step-siblings Kate and Mike Wagner and step-mother Sandra Godfrey. A graduate of Mounds Park Academy and Lawrence University, David did graduate work at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. David's service in government and healthcare was a gift to the underserved and to the healthcare safety net, yet our healthcare system could not save him. Funeral service will begin at 3 PM on Saturday October 21 at St. Clements Episcopal Church, St. Paul. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers the family asks for written memories that will be collected at the service and preserved for August and Thomas.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Oct. 15, 2017.

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Jann Wesley

December 1, 2017

Dear Susan and All of Davids family: My deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved David. You are in my prayers and thoughts.

Jennifer Merry Baldwin

October 20, 2017

David was a wonderful friend to me. I met him in high school at Mounds Park Academy and I will remember him as an intelligent, caring, and loving friend.
I send my condolences to Dana and his family and I am so sad to hear such a tragic loss.

KELLEY

October 16, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

Pat Lindgren

October 16, 2017

My condolences to David's family. He was one of the smartest people I have known, and contributed so much to help so many people.

Heather Parish

October 15, 2017

May he finally find peace. Sending prayers and strength to family and friends.

Ed Burns

October 15, 2017

Godfrey Family:

We have never met, but I have great empathy with your family at this difficult time. My mother also struggled with alcoholism most of her life. God Bless!!

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