Jeblin (Jeb) M. Godwin
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Jeblin (Jeb) Matthew Godwin was born July 4, 1977 in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin to Terry and Marla Godwin. He left this life and crossed into eternity to be with his Lord and Savior on April 15, 2021.
At the tender age of 5, Jeb surrendered his life back to his Creator, Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. He attended Lee’s Summit Community Church and Kansas City Worship Center, under the leadership of his father-in-law, Dr. Paul Waters, Sr.
Jeb graduated from Suburban Heights Baptist School in Fairfield, IA in 1995. In 1997, he graduated from Indian Hills Community College where he earned a degree in Laser Technology. He then moved to Kansas City, MO., and was employed by Honeywell FM&T for the last ten years. It was at Honeywell that he would meet his future wife, Mary Ann Waters. They were united in marriage July 16, 2011.
Jeb loved math, sports, and preparing smoked meats for special occasions or no particular reason at all. He could be counted on to offer support to the church or to anyone who was in need. Jeb constantly put the needs of his family before his own, and was known for his witty sense of humor and infectious laugh. He never met a stranger and everyone he met felt welcomed.
Jeb leaves behind his wife, Mary Ann Godwin, his sons Austin, Landon and daughter Mia. He is also survived by his parents, Terry and Marla Godwin (Ottumwa, IA), sisters Becca Stockton and KaShelle (Justin) Leffler (Ottumwa, IA), and Lydia (Jacob) Blumer (Ankeny, IA). Also are many nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of additional friends and family. All of these people loved and cherished Jeb. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Dick and Ethel Godwin (IA), and Don and Beulah Pethke (TN).
Jeb was a loving son, husband, father, brother, and friend. He will truly be missed by all who were blessed to know him.
A visitation will be held 2:00-3:00 pm on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Heartland, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, Missouri 64133. A funeral service will follow the visitation at 3:00 pm, followed immediately by interment at Brooking Cemetery, in Raytown, Missouri. To watch the service live please click the following link: Jeb Godwin LIVE
It was such a pleasure knowing Jeb; he always enjoyed talking about his children, and was so very proud of them. It was a terrible shock hearing the sad news of his passing. He will be sorely missed.
Jeb
You always gave so much to everyone; always willing to help.
I am so thankful that our paths crossed and saddened that you are gone.
I will miss you my friend.
Jeb,
You impacted my life in so many ways. You always had a way of brightening up any room with your witty jokes, infectious laugh and open heart. You touched so many lives while you were with us and now you can touch so many more! I will miss you dearly my friend. Until we meet again.
Jeb,
You will be truly missed but the Lord needed you more. I will remember our golf outings, work and sports conversations and your wittiness. It was a blessing to have a friendship with you. RIG my friend!
Jeb,
You will be missed, I got to work with you at two places, R&D, and Honeywell, and I always enjoyed talking with you. It was great to have known you. Never a dull moment. RIP.
Jeb,
Words can’t express the way I feel knowing that you have left this earth. You were a good friend, a mentor and just a great human being to know. You took me in as a friend and never judged me. You were always easy took talk to about anything and everything. You made coming into work really great and I’ll never forget the knowledge that you passed down to me. I take it with me forever. My heart goes out to you, Mary Ann, the kids and the rest of your family. Jeb, my friend… you are at eternal peace now. When my time is done, I’ll see you again. R.I.H.
It was a pleasure knowing Jeb. He had a heart of gold, you will truly be missed.
To Jeb’s family,
Jeb was a good man, father and friend. I always enjoyed talking sports, fantasy football and loved to hear about Landon, Austin and Mia. He was very proud of each of you especially with your early accomplishments and your bright futures. Mary Ann, I will pray for you and all of your family. Words cannot express my deep sorrow, but we must all try to stay positive because we know Jeb is in a better place. I will miss him greatly and never forget him. As BJ noted, “only the good die young” and Jeb definitely fits this category. I’m sure we will all meet again…….
my condolences to the family of jeb. I worked with jeb at Honeywell in the packaging area when he was an inspector. never have I met a more nicer guy them him. he always greeted me in the hallway. he will most assuredly be missed. with my deepest sympathies.
MaryAnn, Landon, Austin, Mia, there are not enough words to describe how much he loved you. You could see it in his eyes and his smile too. Jeb is one of the legends around here at Honeywell. Everybody loved him! Nicest guy you could ever meet, funny, smart and extremely hard working yet somehow he always had time for everyone. I just read this quote in the paper… “The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough.” Rabindranath Tagore. He lived every moment and loved greatly. See you soon Jeb but will watch over your peeps in the meantime.
Dearest MaryAnn,
We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss, but please know we are praying to the God of all mercy that he would comfort your heart and strengthen you today and in the days ahead.
Dear Jeb,
From the time we worked at Honeywell to the time I left, you had the same character. Steady, witty, helpful, comedic, joyful, impeccable work ethic, a wiz with numbers and statistics especially sports and faithful. Faithful and loving to Mary Ann, Austin, Landon, and Mia. A great husband, father, son, uncle, brother in law, sibling, cousin and friend. Jeb, you will be greatly missed.
To those reading this Jeb and I had a conversation at work one day about heaven. He told me he knew that he would be going to heaven because he had accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior when he was a young boy. I’m so happy that Jeb had surrendered his life to Jesus Christ. So what about you? If you were to die today would you know where you would spend eternity?
1. Romans 3:23 All have sinned
2. Romans 6:23 Penality of sin is death
3. Romans 5:8 God paid that penalty
4. Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation is a Free Gift
5. John 14:6 Christ is the answer
6. Revelation 3:20 Christ is at your Hearts door
7. Romans 10: 9-10, 13 Invite Him In
I think Jeb would want you to know this.
Humbly submitted,
Linda and Arnold Thomas
Jeb, I will miss you beyond measure. Your indomitable spirit, your sense of humor, your warmth, and your smile. My heart aches, and the tears remind me of the void that I now feel. The world’s loss is Heaven’s gain. I just hope that when my journey ends, I am worthy to take up residence in God’s paradise just as you now have. God bless you Jeb, until we meet again, I will carry you in my heart and memories. It was truly a gift to have known you. Mary Ann, Austin, Landon, Mia, and to the entire family, may God strengthen and comfort you in every way. I will keep you in my prayers. With all my love, sympathy, and condolences.
Jeb was a kind, friendly man. It was always a delight to see him and chat a little bit. He and I shared a connection to the state of Wisconsin. Spending time with him, just engaging in polite small talk, was uniquely comforting. He had a way of making every one around him feel at ease. He was such a kind, friendly man. I am grateful for the short period of time in which our live’s paths crossed. I will miss him.
Mary Ann, praying the God of all Comfort be your shield and buckler during this difficult time.
Jeb,
It was my pleasure knowing and working with you. You always brought a smile to my face. I will miss you greatly my friend. Honeywell definitely won’t be the same.
Your care and concern for your child’s educational needs was of utmost importance. You were an exemplary parent. I will be praying for those of you that remain behind.
Jeb,. You were part of our crazy crew, and I’ll cherish all the laughs and camaraderie.
May you find peace in your ever after.
Godwin Family,
Jeb’s presence had a comfort that would you draw you in and make you feel at ease whether discussing work, kids, sports, bbq or current events. He was a truly special individual that will be missed by everyone who’s life he has touched. I take comfort in knowning that through his faith in the Lord he will live on in Heaven and one day be reunited with his loved ones. Until then I am sure that he is looking down on all of you with love.
My heartfelt sympathy to Mary Ann and Jeb’s family. Jeb certainly was one of God’s good ones. My prayers are with you all.
Phil Griffith, Eph. 3:20
Pastor, Faith Baptist Church
Dear MaryAnn,
We are praying for you and your family. We thank God for Brother Jebb’s light and life and know that we will see him again when we get to heaven. May the father of compassion and the God of all comfort, comfort your family during these troubling times.
With Love from our Family to Yours,
Elder Kesha, Minister LT, and Brother Christian Sewell
Jeb, your wittiness and kindheartedness towards your family and friends will truly be missed. You always spoke highly of your family. I will also miss our talks about NBA basketball seasons. I will be praying for Mary Ann and the kids during this time.
To Jeb’s loving wife, Mary Ann and family,
Jeb was always a hard working man. I would always see him working around the church, but most of all, he loved taking care of his wife and children.
He was always kind. He didn’t talk much, but he always had a smile on his face.
I am so grateful that God allowed me the opportunity to meet him through his wife and call him friend. Jeb, will truly be missed.
2 Cor 5:1-8
Elder LaToya Smith
Our deepest sympathy to Jeb’s family! We pray for God’s comfort! We have fond memories of Jeb from his years at Suburban Heights Baptist School where our daughters (Aimee & Apryle) attended also! Jeb spent lots of time at our home with his friend, Adam where they played basketball, watched tv and just hung out. Our prayers are with you all during this difficult time!
Dearest MaryAnn and the Godwin Family,
We love you and were so saddened to hear of your loss. He was a gentle giant. Our hearts ache with yours. May the peace of God keep you. With our deepest sympathy.
Pastor Luther & Minister Keta McCaskill and
The Las Vegas Worship Center Family
My prayers are with Jeb’s entire family. Praying for comfort and peace during this time!
Thinking of Jeb’s family and all of those that loved him. I am thankful for all of the help Jeb provided over the years at work. It was always a highlight when heading by the labs to stop by and say hello. May all find peace.
Dear Mary Ann,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. May the God of all comfort , comfort you in this time and give you peace.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
Love you,
Elder Merriman
With our heartfelt and deepest condolences. May our Lord Jesus Christ continue to keep and strengthen you and your family in this time of great loss and sorrow.
The Spokane Worship Center Family
I’m so shocked learning of Jeb’s passing. Mary Ann, how he loved you and all of your babies!! I absolutley loved hearing Jeb talk about his family. There are those you come across who have a special light and Jeb was that soft spoken guy with a quick wit who always made you feel comfortable. He will he sorely missed.
Min. Mary Ann Godwin and Family,
We pray the God of all comfort be with you and your family during this difficult time. Please know we are praying for you and with you.
Min. Reginald and Cynthia Evans
Jeb was a great man. I always enjoyed interacting with him, as he always had great wit and wisdom to share. My condolences to Mary Ann and Family.
To MaryAnn and the Godwin Family,
When we heard the news of Jeb’s passing we were saddened to hear. We enjoyed seeing him at our conferences, he always appeared friendly and pleasant to be around. Sending you our condolences and our prayers, as he will surely be missed. May the God of comfort, strengthen you all during this time.
Honolulu Worship Center, CLGI
I met Jeb at R&D Tool many years ago. We bonded over our passion for sports. Although I had not seem him face to face for many years we did talk from time to time. He was a very unique guy… sharp as a tack. He had a knack for giving me a different perspective on things. I will never foget Big Jeb! Thoughts and prayers to his family.