Keith Kevin Goddard, 71 of Valparaiso, IN, passed away Friday, August 8, 2025. He was born December 3, 1953, in Chicago, IL to Keith and Nancy (Dorgan) Goddard. Keith graduated from Gage Park High School in Chicago, and made his career as a Direct Support Professional with Opportunity Enterprises in Valparaiso for over 10 years. He was a talented artist who created beautiful paintings with his oil and acrylic paints. Keith also loved collecting sports cards and cheering on the Boston Red Sox and Chicago White Sox. He will be remembered as a loving and caring person, and a phenomenal father. Keith will be dearly missed.
Keith is survived by his beloved sons: Cody Goddard and Alec Goddard, both of Valparaiso; sisters: Pamela Goddard, Stephanie Goravica, and Jill (Doyle) Lanphere; special aunt, Pat Harnish; and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Greg Goddard.
A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, August 22, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Liberty Bible Church, 824 N. Calumet Ave., Chesterton, IN, with a memorial service beginning at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Cody and Alec Goddard.
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I am saddened by the passing of your Dad. We worked on and off together in different departments. He was loved by many. Prayers for strength and comfort during this time. -Christie L Thomas
I worked with Keith for many years when I was receptionist at the Lakeside facility of Opportunity Enterprises. He was a wonderful friend coworker. He painted baby Groot for me and also gave me a small Blackhawks logo painting. I still have them in my home. Rest in peace Keith. -Shannon Schmidt
Rest in Peace Keith. Prayers and condolences. Much Love Alec and Cody Love, Mom. -Nancy Goddard Delgado
Alec and Cody John and I are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was the best and I enjoyed working with him. I enjoyed seeing his paintings when he posted on FB and they all are just beautiful. -Nancy and John Valpatic , Firmer coworker at OE
R I P prayers for all. -Genia (Glassford) Wortman
Dear Cody and Alec, Please accept my sincerest condolences. I so enjoyed getting to know your Dad and the time we planned to help you all through his transplant journey. I take joy knowing that he is whole and well in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I will see you Friday morning. God bless you both! Let me know what we can do as Liberty Bible Church Care Ministry Team. -Bobbi Foster
