David Lee Godwin

David Godwin, age 63, passed away unexpectedly on March 24, 2023 at his home in Bastrop, TX. Dave was born in Granite City, IL on December 27, 1959 to Mary and Joseph Godwin. Dave attended Huntsville High School where he wrote for the school paper and considered a future as a sportscaster. Just after graduating Dave joined the United States Airforce where he served in the US and Germany. Dave married the love of his life and very best friend Kathryn STACY Thompson on November 4, 1982. Dave and Stacy welcomed their only child, Craig Godwin, in 1983 and soon relocated to Katy, TX. Dave worked at Vinson & Elkins for 35 years before retiring in 2021. Throughout the years Dave enjoyed coordinating the fantasy baseball league, Pinetar. Humin’bird (Dave) loved being the ring leader, narrating many fantasy games, and going on baseball retreats. Dave and Stacy were part of a dancing group for many years and were always dancing together any chance they got. Both could also often be found at their favorite neighborhood bar, Wild Wings. Many people never went to Wings without seeing Dave there! After retiring Dave and Stacy were able to do a lot of traveling and visited historical sites and friends all over the country. They just moved to Bastrop, TX to enjoy the country life while caring for Stacy’s parents. They enjoyed many evenings watching the sunset together, and Dave delighted in having time to play guitar, piano, and presenting lovely meals. Their storybook marriage was highlighted by the celebration of their 40th anniversary in November of 2022. Dave was a devoted husband, amazing father, excellent friend, and generous man. Dave is survived by: Wife - Stacy Godwin, Son and Daughter-in-law -Craig and Jennifer Godwin, Granddaughter-Ali Godwin, Father- Joe Godwin, Sister-Alice, Brother-Daniel Godwin, Siblings-in-law- Glenda Miller, Paul Thompson, and Ashley Thompson, and many nieces and nephews. Dave is preceded in death by Mother- Mary Godwin, and Siblings-Michael, Terrell, and Linda. This memorial page will serve as a way for people to commemorate David’s life, celebrate the man that he was, offer condolences, and to share memories and pictures