Obituary

Remembering Kimball-Godfrey, Cody Steven

Cody Steven Kimball-Godfrey, aged 17 of Wyoming, passed away unexpectedly and went to be with his Lord on Thursday, November 12, 2015. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Harlan and Annette Kimball, and Edmund Gulch. Cody will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Dan and Julie Godfrey; brothers, Collin and Kaden; grandparents, Dave and Deb Kimball, Dave and Lisa Tanner; great-grandparents, Max and Mona Randal, Myra Gulch; uncles and aunts, Ryan and Kara Kimball, Steve and Amanda Kimball, Kenneth and Jonnie Hoffius, Teresa and Josh West; and cousins, Andrew and Michael Kimball, Dylan Hoffius, Evan, Owen and Allie West as well as many other family and friends who loved him dearly. Cody had an infectious and constant smile. He loved robotics and competing on the Wyoming High School robotics team. He was gifted with the ability to strike up a conversation with anyone at any time. Funeral services for Cody will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 am at Grace Reformed Church, 3330 Burlingame Ave SW, Wyoming with Pastor Vern Bareman and Pastor Tim Simon officiating. Interment Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Tuesday from 6-8 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming. Memorial contributions may be made online at www.gofundme.com/Cody-Kimball.

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November 19, 2015 7:39am

I am so sorry for your loss, Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey. Cody was a very special person to all of us. He was such a good conversationalist and I truly enjoyed being around him during Robotics. Please know that my heart goes out to you and all your families. God speed.

— Amy Tunnell

November 19, 2015 6:53am

I am so sorry for your loss. Words are not enough to comfort you at this time. I will be praying for your family . God be with you . Sending love your way, from Nancy

— Nancy Campbell

November 18, 2015 7:16am

Deb and Family; My deepest condolences for your unimaginable loss. Mary Roberts

— Mary Roberts

November 18, 2015 1:56am

Cody always has and always will hold a special place in our hearts. He will never be forgotten. We will always remember all the good times and love that we have shared over the years. He may be gone but he will never be forgotten. With love to you all.

— Ryan, Mel, Lexi, Cassie & Tori

November 17, 2015 2:59pm

My deepest sympathy to you. Heart felt prayer for comfort and peace at this unimaginable loss. Barb Williams Blocksma Arnold

— Barb Blocksma arnold

November 17, 2015 2:45pm

Dear Julie, We knolw not what to say that might ease your unbelieveable pain. All of Porter Hills Staff have you and your family in their thoughts and prayers. May the Lord hold and keep all of you close in your greatest time of need.

— Larry Yachcik

November 17, 2015 11:24am

I had the pleasure of being Cody's 9th grade algebra teacher and I loved every minute of it. Cody was fun, smart, witty, and always held his own. This is such a shock and too sad for words but I am praying for the family everyday. God Bless you all. Mrs. Sharon See

— Sharon See

November 17, 2015 9:45am

I can think of no words to offer that will lift you up at this time. I can only place myself before God's altar and ask that your hearts be filled with so much love for Cody and for God that light and peace will fully engulf you with both Cody's love and God's. My condolences.

— Linda Johnson

November 17, 2015 9:33am

I am so sorry for your loss, words can't express the sense of grief and condolence I share with you, Deb, and your family. May you all, somehow, find the deep inner peace never leaves us.

— Frank Anderson

November 17, 2015 8:42am

Deb Kimball and family, I am so sorry for your tragic loss and am praying for peace at this time of grief. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

— Diane Hennesey

November 17, 2015 8:08am

My prayers are with you and your family. I pray God heal your hearts and give you the strength and comfort to face the coming days. Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

— Vanessa Bearden

November 17, 2015 6:48am

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.

— Victor, Maxine, Steven & Maximae Grinwis

November 17, 2015 6:15am

I am so very sorry for this unimaginable loss and wish for peace for your family at this most difficult time.

— Barbara Derman

November 17, 2015 6:08am

Deb and Family, It with great sadness I offer my deepest condolences during this difficult time. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

— Manal Said

November 16, 2015 3:38pm

We are so sorry for your loss, prayers for you family.

— Shanda Schuster

November 16, 2015 2:00pm

Julie - Wish there was some magic word, but that won't happen. What a sadness! Holding you and your family in prayer. May you find consolation in drawing near to the Lord, who saw His dearly loved Son die on a cross for the sins of people who were not really interested. God bless you. Lois VanderStel

— Lois VanderStel

November 16, 2015 1:15pm

We are truly sorry for the loss of your dear Cody. We wish to extend our condolences to your family. My son wrestled with him several years ago, he was always a polite young man.

— The Maede family

November 16, 2015 10:46am

Dan and Julie, I was Cody's English teacher in 9th grade. I remember that he always had a smile when he came in my room. Although I haven't seen him since he was a student of mine, I will always remember him. I am so sorry you are in so much pain. My prayer is that God will comfort you and give you His much needed strength. Deb DeHaan WJHS

— Deb DeHaan

November 16, 2015 6:38am

Julie, I am thinking and praying for you in this difficult time. Kim Zimmerman

— Kim Zimmerman

November 16, 2015 4:53am

So sorry for your loss. No words can ease your pain and grief but know that there are so many people holding you up in prayer. It is the only way you will make it until you get to see him again.

— Pam Dykehouse

November 16, 2015 4:37am

So sorry for your families loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

— Becky Kissinger

November 16, 2015 4:29am

There are just no words to say how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I'm praying for you constantly. Now is the time you will need to lean on God, and I pray that you will feel his love and comfort and that he will give you peace that passes all understanding. Darlene Anthony

— Darlene Anthony

November 16, 2015 4:23am

Julie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers in this time of need.

— Brandy Storm

November 16, 2015 4:02am

It will never be the same in the neighborhood without Cody showing up unexpectedly for all of our family functions. Ha Ha Always smiling and teasing the girls. God Bless you Cody.

— The Fishers

November 16, 2015 3:01am

Cody was a friend, a son, a goofball, an all around good guy. He picked on his brothers, as all good brothers do. He left messes around the house, as all teenagers do. He was always excited to see us, hugs every time. We will remember the good times. He is gone, but will never be forgotten. Our fr-amily will continue to celebrate Cody! Love, peace, and strength.

— Jeremy, Heather & Keagen Richards

November 16, 2015 12:32am

I wish that I had the words that would help you get through this. I truly am sorry for your loss.

— Ellen West

November 16, 2015 12:03am

Cody with his smile for everyone - will be sorely missed. We cannot believe he is gone from our world. God be with us all as we sort out our sorrows here, for Cody is with his Lord.

— Cheryl Hoogerhyde

November 15, 2015 9:31pm

Moment by moment, we build a robot. He stood by our side as he helped us build our robot. Talking and sharing moment by moment. We gained the Rookie Inspiration award. We competed against his team. We competed on the same alliance. Our relationships were build moment by moment by a young man that enjoyed robotics and helped not only his team, but our team as well. We cherish each moment by moment we remember of Cody's desire to help. We pray each moment you remember brings peace to your hearts knowing how caring and giving Cody was to many and especially remembered by our team Robotics Team 5316.

— Robotics Team 5316

November 15, 2015 4:34pm

Family isn't always by blood, and we both loved Cody as if he were our family. We are going to miss him incredibly much, and are very sorry for the loss of this young man who had great dreams and goals for his life. If there is absolutely anything we can do for you, please let us know. We are here for you! ~The Bentleys

— Jared, Sarah & Jaina Bentley

November 15, 2015 4:10pm

We will miss you at Wyoming High School. Our prayers go out to your family during this difficult time.

— Clark Ver Hulst

November 15, 2015 3:54pm

You were filled with joy, all the time. I will cherish the moments that we had. Long live Cody, God has gained another beautiful angel.

— Julissa

November 15, 2015 3:39pm

Words cannot express how saddened I was to hear about the loss of Cody. I can't begin to imagine the hurt you must all be experiencing right now. I know you will always grieve for Cody, but I pray your grief becomes more tolerable with each passing day. I wish you much love and support during this difficult time. Please know I am always here for you. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help. ???

— Tara Mosley

November 15, 2015 2:54pm

Praying that God gives you and your beautiful family all the peace you need during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss and pray you find comfort in our Lord.

— Brandie and kids

November 15, 2015 2:18pm

Dan & Julie, I'm sorry for your unimaginable loss. I'm keeping you all in prayer. Cousin Dana

— Dana McKay

November 15, 2015 12:32pm

From our family to yours, we send our deepest condolences. Prayers sent to you for strength in this sad time.

— the Barfields.

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