Jeffrey Kim Goddin

Submitted by The Funeral Chapel of Powell and Deckard

Jeffrey Kim Goddin, 76, of Bloomington passed away on Saturday October 31, 2026 at his residence. Jeff was born July 7, 1950 in Scottsburg, Indiana. He was raised in Salem, Indiana, the only child of Robert Lee and Louise (Dennany) Goddin.

Jeff was a professor at Indiana University for over 30 years in Business Communication. His favorite class to teach was a paranormal class at the Hutton Honors College. Jeff was also a published author writing horror short stories and novels. He also wrote nature articles for various magazines. He enjoyed landscaping and being outdoors, and loved vacationing in Gatlinburg.

Jeff is survived by his wife, Glenna (Rudolph) Goddin; and son Bobby Goddin.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation for Jeff will be from 5-8 pm Sunday November 8, 2026 and Monday, November 9, 2026 from 11 am until service time at The Funeral Chapel of Powell and Deckard 3000 E. Third St. Bloomington, IN 47401.

Services will be 12pm Monday, November 9, 2026 at The Funeral Chapel. Judy Spector will conduct the service and burial will follow at Valhalla Memory Gardens.

Memories of Jeff and condolences to his family may be given at www.thefuneralchapel.net