Photo courtesy of Lorne and Sons Funeral Home - Delray Beach
Delray Beach, Florida
Nov 21, 1951 – Oct 1, 2019 (Age 67)
James Harold Godden, 67, of Delray Beach, Florida, passed away on October 1, 2019, after courageously battling myasthenia gravis for nearly five years.
Born in Corpus Christi, Texas, and raised in Oswego, New York, James was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and educator who devoted more than forty years to the School District of Palm Beach County, most recently as a science lab teacher at Calusa Elementary School.
James had a vivacious appetite for life and enjoyed swimming and fishing, volunteering with the Coast Guard Auxiliary as boat crew, playing poker with his friends, and, most of all, spending time with his ever-growing family.
He is survived by his wife of forty years, Nancy; his daughters and sons-in-law Lauren and Peter Burke, Molly and Jesse Keyser, and Katie and Adam Insley; his grandchildren, Andrew and Ryan Burke, Marin, Lincoln and Thor Keyser, and Jameson and Ava Insley; his mother, Margaret Godden; his older sister and brother-in-law, Mary Ellen and Ron Jackups; and his younger brother, Joseph Godden.
Friends may call on Friday, October 4, 2019, from 5:30-7:30 P.M. at Lorne & Sons Funeral Home, 745 N.E. 6th Avenue, Delray Beach. A funeral mass will be held at Emmanuel Catholic Church, 15700 S. Military Trail, Delray Beach on Saturday, October 5, 2019, at 12 noon.
Read Moredear family, i'm so sad to hear of jimmy's passing. we went back a long way; from riley school, church school (peggy would give us rides). we went to OCHS together and SUNY where he gave me many rides to school in his Opel. it would be nice to see him, slap on the back and say "good to see you old pal."
robert barsi
January 23, 2020 | Oswego, NY
Dear Nancy, Lauren, Molly, Katie and families,
Our deepest condolences to you at the loss of Jim. He was a great father and friend to all. May Jim rest in peace. Know that you all will be in our prayers, both now and in the months to come.
With love,
The Sheetz Family
(Roy, Tish, Larry, Kelly & Sam)
October 07, 2019
I offer my sincere condolences. You are certainly in God's thoughts.
Mike
October 06, 2019 | FL
God bless the Godden family - You are in our prayers. Pat and Joan Lorne
Joan Lorne
October 04, 2019 | Delray Beach, FL | Friend
Such fond memories of the Goddens staying with us while visiting the Coast Guard Academy. Memories of Jim wandering the campus just to catch a glimpse of his daughters as they marched to and from classes. He was so very proud of all three of his beautiful, smart, kind-hearted daughters. He was a husband, father, grandfather, brother, mentor, educator and cherished friend to so many. Lets all live our lives as he lived his - with love, kindness, generosity and a GREAT sense of humor.
Donna Brooks
October 04, 2019 | Lake Suzy, FL | Friend
- May the God of comfort and peace continue to be with family and friends to see you through the difficult times. Jeremiah 29:11
M Torres
October 04, 2019 | Coral Springs, FL
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Godden family. Mr. Godden raised 3 lovely daughters and his beautiful soul continues to shine through them and their children.
May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Stephanie & Michael Hodges
October 03, 2019 | Winston Salem, NC | Friend
My heart and prayers are with you all.
Terri Colonna
October 03, 2019 | Fernandina Beach, FL | Friend
Jim was a modern day Renaissance man, an extraordinary educator who impacted countless students lives during his tenure at Calusa Elementary. It was an honor to work with him as well as enjoy his friendship. We are holding his family close to our hearts and keeping them in our prayers. Love, The Wotton Family
Chris Wotton
October 03, 2019 | Boca Raton, FL | Coworker