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Lori Hungerford Obituary
Lori was born Larraine Ann Godwin, February 23, 1951 in Ottawa, IL to Donald Edward Godwin and Jo Anne Dickens. God took her home June 14, 2011 after a long and brave battle with cancer. She leaves behind her husband, Robert; children Jason W. Bales, Joshua W. Bales, and Sarah R. Hungerford; grandchildren Zoey and Haley Bales, and brothers Gerald and Bruce Branchfield. Lori was a loving and loyal wife and mother. Professionally she was a paralegal for a number of Phoenix law firms. Upon retirement she worked as a 1st and 2nd grade teacher's aide at St. Theresa Catholic School in Phoenix. There she found a warm family of co-workers and a student body who loved her. She had a gentle, nurturing spirit and smile that drew children to her. She was most drawn to those children that seemed troubled, bullied or alone, maybe sensing in them what Jesus Christ saw in them. She rarely ended a conversation with a family member or friend without saying, "I love you". Lori loved to hug kids, tend her garden and sail the Pacific. She was an inspiration to many. Her services include a Visitation Sunday, June 19 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, and a
Funeral Mass on Monday, June 20, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 E. Thomas Road. A Reception at the church will follow. Interment will be private at Paradise Memorial Garden, Scottsdale. -
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Granddaughter
October 1, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
John, Becca, Johnny and Ian Leshinski
June 21, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of Lori's passing. Our family always enjoyed her kind words, knowing smile and gentle kindness. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. We wish her family peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Marisa Jordan
June 19, 2011
Hungerford family:
I remember Mrs. Hungerford when we were new to St. Theresa School. She was the one who always asked how my girls were doing and genuinely showed compassion when she conversed with me. I am thankful for her kindness.
Vicki Corrigan
June 18, 2011
Bob ~ can't tell you how sorry I am to hear of Lori's passing. Lori's light shone so bright -- and her kind and gentle spirit was so powerful -- that even my mom recognized her name immediately (despite having met her only once, in your home after Bob Corrigan's services). You and your extended family will be uppermost in our thoughts and our hearts, both now and in the difficult days ahead. May comfort and a sense of peace be yours.
Susan & Jack Davey
June 18, 2011
Condolences to the family. May your memories and happy times always be close in your mind and hearts.
Frank & Barb Klink
June 17, 2011
We are blessed having known Lori, with her loving attitude and Christian faith.
your loving student
June 17, 2011
Mrs. Hungerford,
i remember meeting you when i was six years years old. you were amzingly kind and gentle. you had more love for each of your students than i could have imagined. you kept us cool with your water bottle on the playground when everyone else stayed inside. we love you, and lookforward to seeing you again in heaven.
Rich & Cathy Patch
June 16, 2011
Lori was a sweet and gentle soul; always with a kind word and a ready smile she brightened the day for anyone in her pressence. What is amazing is that she was that way every day. A truly beautiful lady, the world is a lesser place without her. We will all miss her.
Brian Mooney
June 16, 2011
What a great Lady! I am one of those that Lori was an inspiration too. Lori was a great example of what a Christian wife and mother should be. I was so inspired by the way Bob and Lori interacted. It was the first real Christian marriage I had ever seen. The unconditional love that they both showed their children was incredible. I can't wait to see you at our Saviour's feet Lori. Praise God!
June 16, 2011
Lori was one awesome and beautiful person. Always kind, always caring and always young. God Bless You Wonderful Lady.
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