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1932 - 2009
Benjamin Harrison "Ben" Godsey, 77 of Huntsville, died at 8:40 AM Saturday, December 26, 2009, at his home.
He was born May 27, 1932, in Lafayette, Campbell County, TN, a son of the late Emmett and Elizabeth Ann Cox Godsey. He was also preceded in death by a son; Donald G. Godsey, four brothers; Raymond, Emmitt, James and Martin Godsey and two sisters; Bessie Taylor and Martha Lowe.
On December 26, 1952, he married Eva Ruth Douglas in Jellico, TN and she survives. Other survivors include a daughter; Karen Beck of Lewistown, a son; Dan E. (Joan) Godsey of McClure, two brothers; J. Will (Helen) Godsey of Sevierville, TN and John L. (Martha) Godsey of Seymour, TN, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
He was an Assembler at the Copeland Corporation in Sidney; he attended Hope Harbour Baptist Church, enjoyed his children and grandchildren, Blue Grass Music and Festivals and was an avid NASCAR Fan.
Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at the Rexer-Riggin-Madden Funeral Home, DeGraff, with Pastor Fred Albert officiating. Burial is in the Fairview Cemetery, Quincy. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday. Dec. 29, 2009 from 5 to 8 P.M.
The family suggest memorial contributions be made to the Logan County Cancer Society.
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There are currently 13 condolences.
Marlea Arledge
longblonde@hotmail.com
Tuesday February 16, 2010 at
11:20 PM
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I'm so sorry I didn't make it to the funeral. I didn't know about Ben. I feel so bad. If you need anything at all, please let me know. I love you guys and miss you. Marlea
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Bobbi Dearwester
dearwest@aol.com
Wednesday December 30, 2009 at
5:56 PM
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Karen, Dan and Eva,
I wanted to express condolences for your great loss. I thought of Don today, when learning of your Father's passing. Still miss Don very much and think of him often. I lost my Father a little over a year ago, and certainly know how you feel. I am very sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sincerly,
Bobbi (VanBuskirk) Dearwester
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Debbie Godsey
Wednesday December 30, 2009 at
7:08 AM
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Dear Ruth & Family,
We are so sad to hear of Uncle Ben's passing. What a great man! He was always so kind to us and will be greatly missed. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Debbie, Marshall, Will, Kate, Dax & Ty Godsey
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Kathy(copas) Stotler
Tuesday December 29, 2009 at
8:08 PM
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Ruth and Family, So sorry to hear about Ben he was a very kind and soft spoken man..I remember this pass summer seeing u guys at the quincy garage sales and was so very glad to get to talk about some memories of Quincy back when we was younger..Take care and all of u will be in our thoughts and prayers
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Darla, Duane and Dayle
Tuesday December 29, 2009 at
2:37 PM
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Eva, Karen and Dan, So sorry to read about the passing of your husband and father. He was a kind genteman. Now He and Don can be together and watch over you all with the Lord. I'll never forget the fun times we had in the "southend."
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Sharon Paul Boucher
slbmomof4@aol.com
Tuesday December 29, 2009 at
12:12 PM
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Aunt Ruth, Im sorry to learn the loss of Uncle Ben. He was a great Man! Me and my family are thinking of you at this time and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Words are not enough to convey my sympathies at a time.It will be the little things that you will remember: the quiet moments, the smiles, and the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again..I love you!
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Nancy & Phillip Barber
Tuesday December 29, 2009 at
10:29 AM
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Aunt Ruth,Karen,and Dan, I'm sorry for the passing of Uncle Ben. WE loved him so much. I have so meny sweet memories of him. Please know I love you all, and you are in my heart and prayers. WE love you Nancy and Phil
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Joe Ellis
joe1ellis@yahoo.com
Tuesday December 29, 2009 at
2:32 AM
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Karen and Dan; My thoughts are with you and your families.
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Jonna Hatfield
Monday December 28, 2009 at
9:37 PM
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I'm not sure if you remember me, I worked with you and Andy on the head table. I am saddened by your loss, I Think of you often.
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Deb Graziano
medebi73@wowway.com
Monday December 28, 2009 at
4:58 PM
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Eva & Karen, I am so sorry to hear about Ben's passing. My mom died in June 09 so I know how great your loss is. God bless you!The former Deb Stewart,class of 73
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Sheree "Wilburn" Dearwester
Monday December 28, 2009 at
4:07 PM
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Karen and Family
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I can remember as a teen-ager being at your home and your mom and dad were always very kind (we knew we were driving them crazy) but they never showed it. You will be in my thoughts.
Sheree
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The Fishers
Monday December 28, 2009 at
2:31 PM
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Dear Aunt Eva and family,
The passing of Uncle Ben has made us all reflect and remember the man who will forever be the best example of strength and kindness of any man we have known. Memories of time spent with him and the family will always be treasured and we will miss his love and inspiration. He will stay in our hearts; just as you all will stay in our thoughts and prayers.
With gratitude for everything your family has done for us and love for all you mean to us.
Joe, Leota, Linda and Ron
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Lonnie and Bonnie Godsey
bonngod@aol.com
Sunday December 27, 2009 at
3:01 PM
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Aunt Ruth and family,
Please know how sorry we were to learn of Uncle Ben's death. We had known that he was sick and had been praying for him and the family. I'm sure they're will be an empty place in your home. Please know that we will continue to remember the family in our prayers. I'm sure there are many pleasant memories. We have some fond memories also. Uncle Ben seemed to be a fine and gentle man.
May God bless and comfort you and know that you will be near in our hearts and prayers.
We love you,
Lonnie and Bonnie
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