The Peru Gazette

Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay) announced that he sponsored and helped pass a bill to rename the Au Sable Forks Bridge in honor of the late Steve Godlewski (A.888). Godlewski was the beloved owner of Feeks Pharmacy and previously served as Black Brook town supervisor and councilperson.

“The folks of Au Sable Forks loved Feeks Pharmacy not just for its convenience, but for the good conversation, advice and cheer that Steve Godlewski brought to it,” Jones said. “He knew every customer by name and selflessly served his community, opening the store at any hour of the day or night if someone needed medication. This bridge will remind us of the joy he brought to the North Country and ensure that his compassionate spirit is never forgotten.”

To recognize Godlewski’s contributions to the community, the legislation would rename the Au Sable Forks Bridge to the Steve Godlewski Memorial Bridge, which is fittingly located on State Route 9N near the pharmacy he ran for nearly half a century. Godlewski was the owner and operator of Feeks Pharmacy, which served as the town’s only nearby pharmacy and provided critical services to Au Sable Forks residents. After running his Main Street business for 45 years, Godlewski retired with his wife and closed the pharmacy in February 2017. The community was heartbroken over Godlewski’s passing last year, as so many were familiar with Godlewski’s passion and dedication to make a difference in the North Country , Jones noted. Godlewski also served as a town councilperson and supervisor for Black Brook for many years.