He was a member of the Maine Antique Power Association and enjoyed going to shows and displaying replicas of antique motors that he built.
He is survived by his son, L. Earl Godsoe III and wife Penny of Hartland; his daughter, Mary Lou Storen and husband Fred of Newport; his stepdaughter, Nancy Armstrong and husband Gary of Pittsfield; four stepsons, Jerry Alton, Robbie Alton, Allen Alton and Philip Alton; eight grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Ronald Godsoe and wife Nancy of Hartland, Henry Godsoe and wife Norma of Plymouth, and Lee Godsoe and wife Janet of Newport; and one sister, Sylvia (Molly) Worthing, of Howland.
He was predeceased by his parents; a sister, Irma Temple; and a brother, Nolan Godsoe.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. June 4, 2011, at Detroit Village Cemetery, Route 220, in Detroit, with Milo Vanadestine officiating.
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Care for the family has been provided by Shorey-Nichols Funeral Home, Pittsfield.
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michelle and robert nason
May 25, 2011
we r very sorry for your loss. I did not know the way rob talked about him he was a very nice guy. our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family
May 20, 2011
Earl,Penny, & Family, so sorry for your loss. Our thougths are with you as it is never easy even if it may be for the best.
Ron & Joyce Holmes
Donna Allen
May 19, 2011
Earl, Penny and family, so sorry for your loss but he is in a better place now and free from pain.
Annette Folsom Watrous
May 19, 2011
So sorry to hear of your loss. He was a wonderful man and will forever stay in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Annette Folsom Watrous & family.
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May 19, 2011
Hi Earl and Penny, I am sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care, Jennie Hart and family
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