Dennis Gene Godbey, born Aug. 26, 1951, passed away on Aug. 11, 2025, at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy of service, strength, and love.
A 1969 graduate of North Platte High School, Dennis proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. His discipline and perseverance shaped the rest of his life, from earning black belts in TaekwonDo, Combat Hapkido, and To-Shin Do, to his 30-year career with Union Pacific Railroad as an electrician and engineer. He was also a devoted ham radio operator, always ready to connect and lend a hand.
Above all, Dennis cherished his family. He is survived by his second wife, Cheryl; children, Scotti (Shelly) Godbey and Heather (Chris) Harvey; siblings, Tonya (Ray) Mullen, Sharon (Mark) Nichelson, Dale (Terri) Godbey, Jerry Godbey, Cindy Lundgren and Roy (Karen) Godbey; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Dennis will be remembered for his honor, loyalty, and devotion to those he loved. He will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing.