#1 DAD- A Father who never stopped…By: GK

A Father who never stopped loving, caring, listening, or sharing. Whose heart has touch many, disciplined us always for doing wrong and would tell us afterwards, “It’s because I love you plenty”. Retired U.S. Army personnel, from Pastor to Father, to brother and friend. A man who would go the extra mile for his family to give us the best and no less. He is our Father, Allen C. Godkin.

Dad, there are times when we felt like no matter what we had done or accomplished, it still wasn’t good enough for you, could never seem to please you. But you made it clear through your actions and within your heart that love was there right from the very start. Times are fun when your around, especially the times we couldn’t go outside and play on the grounds. No nicer dad could ever be found! We remember the many talks we had together.  Since day one, you’ve had tremendous patience, gave us instruments to reflect God’s pure innocence, then rewarded us for our obedience. Oftentimes your family and friends would comment after how much we resemble you because of your generosity, kindness, guidance, hard-work and the obvious; looks and laughter. Even as we write this blog/letter, we’re in tears because we know you’re the greatest kind of dad any son could ever have…And we couldn’t ask for a better father. No one can replace you, Pop. Although we don’t say it often enough, we admire and Love you!

“Boys grow into Men, and Men into Fathers- And Fathering is the most important stage in their development” -David Gottesman

Thank you for giving us your best. The test will be our offspring be a reflection of this, and more. You never stopped being great, so we’d like to convey our respect and say, “HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!”

You’re our #1 Dad.

Love,

Your Sons: Ish, Ice, and Izzy

“Every father should remember that one day his son will follow his example instead of his advice.”