Paul Joseph Goedeker
March 19, 1944 ~ October 26, 2020
Paul Joseph Goedeker, 76, of Whiteland, passed away at St. Francis Hospital on October 26, 2020 after a courageous battle with his health. Paul was born on March 19, 1944 at St. Francis Hospital in Beech Grove, Indiana to the late John and Marie (Braun) Goedeker. On May 10, 1969 in St. Catherine Catholic Church, Paul wed Darlene K. Jarvis.
Paul was a graduate of Sacred Heart High School and went on to attend classes at Butler University in Indianapolis. He had a very successful career at Eli Lily in Indianapolis where he worked in clinical trials. Paul retired from Eli Lily after 39 years of dedication.
Paul was a member of Our Lady of the Greenwood Catholic Church for over 35 years. He enjoyed traveling, playing golf, swimming in his pool, and eating out with friends and neighbors. A doting grandfather, Paul loved to attend his grandchildren’s sporting events. He also coached his sons’ many sports teams while they were growing up. Paul was very social and enjoyed spending time with family and friends; he was extremely talkative and never met a stranger. Paul will be remembered as a hardworking man who was always loyal, generous, and kind.
Along with his parents, Paul is preceded in death by his siblings, Thomas Goedeker and Gertrude “Trudy” Williamson.
Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Darlene K. (Jarvis) Goedeker; his sons, Jeffrey P. (Nicole) Goedeker and Bradley J. (Marissa) Goedeker; his grandchildren, Brady, Gabi, McKenzie, Isabelle, Holly, Quincy, and Henry Goedeker; a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2020 from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. in the O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 South East Street, Indianapolis. The recitation of the rosary will begin at 7:30 on Thursday in the funeral home. Morning Prayers will be recited at the funeral home prior to the celebration of mass on Friday, October 30, 2020 at 10:15 A.M. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 30, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. in Our Lady of the Greenwood Catholic Church, 335 S. Meridian Street, Greenwood. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Please visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to leave an online condolence for Paul’s family.
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Uncle Paul has always been such a role model for me and our family. We have enjoyed so many special times together throughout the years and I will miss his sense of humor and graciousness and cheerful presence.
So sorry for your loss. Paul was a great man and will always remember him out on the ball fields coaching us kids.
We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. Love always,
We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. Todd & Judy Knecht & Family, Gary & Lynn Huddleston and Family
Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Prayers to Paul rip.and prayers for he’s family.
“Paul Goedeker” will remain in our hearts forever. Love Mr.&Mrs.Hunter
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paul was a great man. I know he was not feeling his best when we visited, but he was always upbeat, positive, and make me smile and laugh. Prayers from our family to yours.
We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you all.
We are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
As you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of “Paul Goedeker”.
Dr. Goedeker and family, we are very sorry for your loss and are thinking about you during this difficult time. Love, your Camby family.
Sending our love, prayers and deepest, most heartfelt condolences.
Mr. Paul was my very best patient while I worked with Doc. And the Camby Dental Family. He was so sweet to me each time he came in. He will be truly missed! ❤️ߙϰߏ½
Our prayers are with you all! Love, Frank and Rhonda Cardinali, Andrea and Jesse Woodson and Gamily, Allison and Chad Comerford,
We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. We will always remember Paul as our great friend and neighbor.
Sorry for your lost. Thinking about you.
Grateful for the time and conversations on the course, see you at the green.
With Love, Hugs & Prayers, Duke Family
My sincere sympathy in this time of mourning. May the light of Lord shine bright and may his hand comfort. May the memories never fade.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Thoughts and prayers from John and Lou Ellen McBeath. One of my favorite families at Whiteland Elementary School!
Although we were distant neighbors at Rustic Acres for a number of years I did not really know Mr. Goedeker. However, on one very cold winter morning (-20) my car slid into a ditch. Although he suffered visibly from the cold he stayed with me until I got the car out. His two sons, Jeff and Brad, were students of mine at Franklin College. Two finer young men I have never known. Their character and work ethic tells me everything I need to know about Mr. (and Mrs) Goedeker. My sincere condolences to the Godeker family.
Darlene & Family, So sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. He was a good Man & we always watched for you all at Mass every Sunday. We especially enjoyed the two of you stopping by & we visited from the driveway. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Jim, Margie & Kristen Rode
So sorry to hear this news. Good thoughts coming from our family to yours.
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and the family.
Darlene and family, we are so sorry for your loss and will keep you all in our prayers! LaVon and I enjoyed seeeing you, Paul, and your growing family over the years every Sunday in church and always later at Bob Evans (: ! We count it a blessing to know you and Paul as friends! God bless and love you Clyde and LaVon.
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Cathy Daily
My Sincere Condolences to Darlene and the whole family. Paul, you were always a good man. Enjoyed the many summers with you at the Baseball fields, and at breakfast. May you Rest In Peace.
Thinking of all of you during this difficult time. We will miss Paul dearly but cherish the memories with him and celebrate his legacy. Love & hugs.
Jeff, Nikki and family, Our thoughts and prayers for all of you. May memories help to ease the pain of your loss. Love, Uncle Gordon & Aunt Joanne Sipocz
Our deepest sympathy in your time of loss. May the Lord comfort you. Mike and Connie Trent
I will miss our fun on the golf course all the laughs was a great guy to know. Sorry for your family lost.
Dear Darlene and family, I worked with Paul around 1989-91. I was both a new department head and a new mom. Paul was a hard worker and also loved to share ideas for fun things to do with our kids. Family is forever. Keep each other close now and always Mary Barbara Miller
You have our sincere condolences and we’ll keep you in our thoughts. Nate, Holly, Evan, Keaton and Blaine Decker