Gregory “Butch” Godbey, 67, of Poplar Hill, KY, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 8, 2025, at UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Butch was known for his fun-loving spirit, protective nature, and unwavering dependability. A farmer and true jack-of-all-trades, he could fix nearly anything and was always willing to lend a hand. He had a gift for making people feel seen and valued, often serving as a father figure to many children in the community. His laugh — warm, full, and contagious — could turn the coldest heart warm, and it will echo in the memories of all who knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife, Betsy Godbey; daughters, Greta Godbey (Chris Peoples), Jeanna Godbey (Joshua “Ben” Coggins), and Ashley (Russell) Martin; grandchildren, Aniya (Ben, Waylon, and Weston Haycox), Aliyah, Ariyana, and Axtyn Foster; Jaylah Godbey; Jordan and Journey Coggins; Elli, Lincoln, Charlie, and Evan Martin; Natalie Johnson; Shaila (Kevin) Sanders; Breanna (Sean) Baker; Ariana Hare; Rayven Estep; and Kenzie Demers; as well as a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He is also survived by his sister, Rita (Steve) Sweeney; brothers, Chris (Jennifer) Godbey, Mike (Ellen) Godbey, and Steve (Anita) Godbey; his special aunt, Susan Godbey; and special uncle, Vernie Watson.

Butch was preceded in death by his mother, Myrtle Russell; father, Frank Godbey; and uncle, Vadis “Harvey” Godbey.

Honorary pallbearers are Gilbert Cravens, Ricky Terry, Andrew Godbey, Philip Godbey, Russell Martin, Joshua “Ben” Coggins, Chris Peoples, and Ben Haycox.

Services will be held at Bartle Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. for the public, with the service starting at 1:00 p.m. Bro. Johnny Maupin and Bro. Kevin Pittman officiating. In accordance with his wishes, there will be no burial. Butch will be cremated and his ashes spread upon “the knob.” Following the service, a meal will be held at Valley Oak Baptist Church.

He was loved by so many and will be deeply missed. His legacy of love, generosity, and laughter will live on through his family, friends, and the countless lives he touched.

Gregory “Butch

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