Gordon L. Godsman

Gordon L. Godsman, 93, of Carmel, Indiana departed this life at Carmel Health and Living with his family present on January 27, 2025. The family wishes to recognize the excellent care he received there.

Gordon was born March 8, 1931 in Bellmore, Long Island, New York to the late Alexander Forbes and Elsie Louise (Blatt) Godsman. He joined the United States Army in 1950 and proudly

served in the Korean War as a tank commander.

Following his military service Gordon worked as a senior systems analyst for Yeshiva University in New York City and later at an Evangelical Christian ministry , Word of Life Fellowship International in Schroon Lake, New York. Upon retirement, Gordon owned his own home repair business.

He lived most of his life in New York and moved to Carmel Indiana in 1992 to be closer to his children and grandchildren.

Gordon was a proud patriot and a strong Christian. Over the course of twenty-two years he served as a Deacon, Bible study leader, and led a small group. He was also a parenting teacher at Zionsville Fellowship. Following that time he also worshipped at Northside Christian Fellowship.

Gordon was a kind and gentle soul to all who knew him. He loved all things outdoors and enjoyed regular trips to the Adirondacks to camp, boat and fish with his family. He loved living, snow or shine in the Poconos for a time and didn't mind the long drive to work every day in return for the beauty and solace of the mountains.

He was an accomplished painter and worked with acrylics and oils, most of his work relative to our natural world. He relaxed at home watching golf and NFL football. Gordon was an excellent baker, known especially for his amazing pies. He was always hungry for knowledge and never met a stranger, cherishing the life stories of others and eagerly sharing his own.

Gordon is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Jeannette "Jean" Godsman, devoted children, Gordon W. Godsman, Linda J. (Don) Allen, and Scott F. (Kelli) Godsman; grateful grandchildren, Jessica (Steve) Castor, Jeremy S. Godsman, Kelly A. Bart, Stephen W. Bart, Michael G. Bart, Amanda L. (David) Coulson, Holly E. Pettigrew, Jackie J. (Clayton) Scott, and Sarah E. (Patrick) Wilson, and dear great-grandchildren, Braylen, Carter, Suri, Savannah, Steve, Clayton, Merrick, Cora, Franklin, Artie, and Belleace.

In his final months Gordon was cared for by AccentCare Hospice both at home and at Carmel Health and Living. HIs exceptional Care Team became like family to him.

Visitation for Gordon will begin at 11:00 AM on Monday, February 3rd and conclude at the time of celebration of life services at 12:00 PM all at Leppert Mortuary- Carmel Chapel. Interment follows at Carmel Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Gordon's name are suggested to : Compassion Clinic, IU School of Medicine, IU Foundation, PO Box 7072, Indianapolis, IN 46297-7072

Online condolences available at www.leppertmortuary.com