Octavio
C.
Godinez
Obituary
Octavio C. Godinez, 75 died peacefully at his home on March 9, 2020, surrounded by loving family. The way he passed is just how he lived: he wrote his own rules, fought and exuded strength and paved his own way when he was ready. He was a pillar of strength and all who spent time with Octavio share wonderful memories filled with much laughter, interesting conversation, strong drinks, and amazing food with killer hangovers. He is now reunited with his son, Octavio J. Godinez, Gracia Castaneda Godinez(mother), Mariano Godinez(father), Rodolfo & Javier Godinez (brothers). Octavio is survived by his wife Irma Y. Godinez, who shared 48 years of marriage based on mutual support and deep love for each other. His legacy continues with his surviving children, Lucila Godinez, Elizabeth Godinez and Diana (Derek) Acosta of Fort Wayne, IN and his 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 13, 2020 from 4-7pm at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave. Fort Wayne, IN. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 11:00a at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 2213 Brooklyn Ave with calling one-hour prior. Celebration of life will follow services. "Those we love don't go away, they walk besides us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved and still missed and very dear". Remembering and celebrating you on this day and comforted by the wonderful memories we will always hold near.
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He was my grandpa and I really miss him. When we went to see him he would see me crying and he would stick out his teeth to make me laugh. I just wish he was still her with me. But at least he isn’t suffering any more
Mi taquachito viejo, not a day goes by without you crossing my mind. I miss you so much, so many things have changed, ive changed. i hope your proud of me and where im at now, im trying. No one can ever replace you, thank you for all the things you’ve done for me, and all the things you taught me, especially my cooking skills. You were an amazing man, caring,sweet, and thoughtful. You taught me what real unconditional love was and the true meaning, you never turned your back no matter how many stupid things i did, i always knew you had my back. you were not only my grandpa and like a father but also my best friend. You live on through us, and i know well see you again someday, but that doesnt make it easier….the pain never truely goes away you just learn to deal with it. this is one thing i know ill never get over. You give me the strenghth i need to get through though, and thats what matters the most. Know that we know your watching over us and we are glad your not suffering anymore. Tavi and Cecil miss you so much, all they talk about is grandpa, im so glad you got to be apart of their life and im lucky and glad i had you in my life as long as i did. i never truely thought this day would come, growing up i always thought grandparents lived forever, the… Read more »