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Floyd Godfrey Jr.

1942 - 2019

BORN

1942

DIED

2019

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Pettigrass Funeral Home

196 Genesee Street

Auburn, New York

Floyd Godfrey Obituary

Floyd H. Godfrey, Jr. August 6, 2019 Floyd H. Godfrey, Jr., 77, of Auburn, passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2019. Born January 8, 1942 in Springfield, MA, Floyd was a resident of Elbridge, NY for over 60 years, before moving to The Village at Auburn Grove in 2014. Floyd is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Laura Evans Godfrey of Skaneateles, NY; his two children, Floyd H. Godfrey III (Robert Becker) of Kennesaw, GA; Michele (Robert) Fedigan of Elbridge, NY; Step Granddaughter Janine Fedigan; siblings, Susan Phelps, Jeannie Mills, Dorie Godfrey, Jackie Beyea, Joseph Godfrey, Marleah Godfrey, Katy Hoak, Jon Godfrey, Tom Godfrey. Several in-laws, nieces, nephews and close friends. Calling hours will be held at the Pettigrass Funeral Home, 196 Genesee St., Auburn, on Sunday August 11, 2019 from 1:00 to 2:30 PM with a memorial service to follow at 2:30 PM at the funeral home. A private burial will be held at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Elbridge, August 12, 2019. Contributions may be made to the 174th TAC FTR WG, Memorial Fund, in care of the 174th Alumni Association, 6001 E. Molloy Road, Syracuse, New York, 13211-7099, or Finger Lakes SPCA of Central New York, 41 York St., Auburn, NY 13021. Please sign the guestbook at syracuse.com/obits

Published by Syracuse Post Standard from Aug. 7 to Aug. 8, 2019.
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Laura and family,
Was so sorry to hear of
Butch's passing.Many memories of him when I was a kid and you bought your trailer. Then to have the pleasure of working with him at the Post Office.Comfort and love during this stressful time.

Diane DeWaters-Kelley

Diane Kelley

August 15, 2019

May time and good memories ease your loss.

Carol Tewes Hazlewood

August 8, 2019

Laura, I worked with Floyd back at Carrier many years ago. I always enjoyed working with him and considered him a friend. Thinking of your family at this time.

Sandy Menchella

Coworker

August 8, 2019

May the memories of your loved one comfort you during this time of loss.

Kasey Ellis

August 8, 2019

We are so sorry. Love, Hugs and Prayers. Peggy, Robert Watson and Family

Peggy Watson

August 8, 2019

Laura, Skippy & Michelle,
So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Butch and being neighbors on Sunview Dr. May he Rest In Peace.

Candee Cotton

August 8, 2019

It's a sad time, we always think you'll have time to travel and and see your siblings, time just ran out. Rest In Peace my older brother. I love you.

Jackie Beyea

August 8, 2019

Katy Hoak

August 8, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship, Brian & Diana

Diana Foote

August 7, 2019

A gentleman and a patriot. He will be missed by many.

Janie and Russ

August 7, 2019

My heartfelt thoughts are with you.

Sue Barnes

August 7, 2019

I lost my oldest brother this morning. When you have a big family (10) and you all get older, you know this day is coming He was an awesome brother and because he was 18 years older than me, he was a mentor, sometimes a dad and always a hero.

Jon Godfrey

August 7, 2019

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