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Edward Goddard Obituary

Edward B. Goddard
Former Long Time Martinez Resident
Edward went to be with the Lord, Feb. 15th, at the age of 99. Ed had been a machinist in the Antioch P.G.&E plant for 37 years, deacon at Morello Baptist Church, he was an avid fisherman.
He is survived by his loving wife Catherine of 72 years, son Robert, daughter Cheryle, and their spouses, 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
There will be a celebration of life at Bethany Baptist Church, 5850 Alhambra Ave. Martinez on Sat. Feb. 20th at 11:00 a.m.


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Published by Contra Costa Times on Feb. 18, 2016.

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Kent Thompson

February 20, 2016

To the Family of Ed Goddard, please accept our sincere condolences. Ed and Cathy were our wonderful neighbors. We will always remember Ed with a smile and for his positive attitude towards life. He will be missed...

Dawn Towne

February 18, 2016

Ed and Cathy treated my daughters and I like family. We spent many Christmas Eves stopping by their house, for a warm hug and Christmas blessing. Ed and Cathy are rocks in our community.

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