Gwendolyn Godwin

Gwendolyn L. Godwin , 85, of Kankakee, passed away at the Citadel of Kankakee on Saturday September 26. She recently returned to the area, after living in Kentucky and Tennessee for 40 years. She was born November 8, 1940 in Mill Spring Missouri to Earl and Kay (Price) Smith. She is survived by her five sons, Greg (Dorothy) Godwin of Jackson, TN., Gary Godwin of Bourbonnais, IL. Bryan (Mackie) Godwin of Lebanon, TN., Jeff and (Vicky) Godwin of Cottontown, TN., Michael (Gwen) Godwin of Braidwood and her daughter Karen (John) Wright of Bourbonnais, IL. Gwen also leaves behind several Grandkids, Great Grandkids and one Great-Great Grand. She was proceeded in death by her parents, her three sisters, Peggy, Tammy, and Beverly Smith. One grandson, Bryce Godwin, One nephew, Kenneth McCoin and one niece, Brenda Sorenson. She loved Nashville, dancing, and music. Especially country and gospel and all things that sparkled. She had a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone. Gwen loved her family and was known for her famous baked beans. She dedicated many years in Home Health Care, taking care of the elderly. Her service will be September 29, 2026 , with visitation from 11.00-1:00, at the Church of God Worship Center Bourbonnais, followed by the funeral at 1:00. Her interment will be in Mound Grove Cemetery. Officiants are Scott Wright and Bishop Rick Hill.