Ronald Eugene Godejohn, affectionately known as “Stoney,” passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 62.
Born and raised in Cleveland, Texas on Nov. 27, 1962, Stoney was the cherished son of the late Charles and Lillie Butler Godejohn. He graduated from Tarkington High School before dedicating 20 years to the Liberty County Maintenance Department, where he was known for his unwavering work ethic and good humor. So much so, Stoney often joked that Liberty County “was never the same after he left” — and by all accounts, he was absolutely right.
Stoney treasured life’s simple pleasures. He could frequently be found on his front porch with his signature Dr. Pepper in hand, waving and greeting everyone passing by. A natural-born people person, he never met a stranger—once you were his friend, you were family for life. Stoney loved hunting, fishing, sharing jokes, and he especially enjoyed playful banter—often calling Kim “the Boss” when she came by to drive him to appointments and take care of him.
Even during his illness, Stoney carried his characteristic smile and warmth, a true testament to his resilient spirit.
Stoney is survived by his beloved sisters, Kim Swan (Lonnie), Sandra Wells (Mark), and brother Kevin Godejohn; nephews Michael, Brad, Bryan, Justin, Anthony, Cody, and Cory; nieces Shelly, Deidra, Jennifer, Kelli, Brittany, and Cayla; as well as numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family, and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Lillie Butler Godejohn, sister-in-law Lonelda Godejohn, and grandparents B. A. and Elsie Godejohn, and James and Lillie Butler.
A visitation will be held on Friday, July 11, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Pace-Stancil Funeral Home in Cleveland. Stoney’s funeral will be held the following day, Saturday, July 12, at 11 a.m., in the Pace-Stancil Chapel in Cleveland with Bro. George Hayden officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Shade Cemetery in Tarkington. Serving as pallbearers will be Kevin Godejohn, Lonnie Swan, Brad Wells, Cory Godejohn, Chance Morgan, Bryan Wells, Anthony Brooks and Mark Wells. Honorary pallbearers will be Hub Purswell, Wayne Wilson, Michael Wells, Justin Wells and Cody Wells.
Stoney’s legacy of warmth, laughter, and unwavering friendship lives on in the hearts of all who knew him. May he rest in peace.