Nell Godfrey

Nell Godfrey

Nell Godfrey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from May 19 to May 20, 2010.
GODFREY , Nell (nee Salamandick) February 11, 1915 - May 16, 2010 Nell Godfrey passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2010 at the age of 95 years. Born in Alberta, Nell was the eldest of five sisters. A graduate of the University of Alberta with a penchant for home economics, Nell moved to Toronto to pursue a career in fashion with Eaton's, then taught sewing at the CNIB where she met husband Jack, and finally, spent the remainder of her career teaching. She and Jack travelled the world extensively. Nell's passion for the arts made her a regular at Stratford, The Royal Alex and Roy Thomson Hall. Nell moved to Calgary in 2002 to be closer to her family and continued to live life to the fullest. Nell is survived by her daughter Barbara, granddaughter Heather, great-granddaughter Raven, and sister Elsie. Nell was predeceased by husband Jack, and sisters Liz, Jen and Olive. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Friday, May 21, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 200 - 325 Manning Road N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 2P5 (Telephone 403-205-3966, email donorservices@ cancer.ab.ca ) or the Canadian National Institute for the Blind, 15 Colonel Baker Place N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 4Z3 (Telephone 403-261-7219). In living memory of Nell Godfrey, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: 403-256-9575.

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Bill Gregory Terlecki

June 2, 2010

Barb,
Thank you for posting the notice in the Star, we and other neighbours from the 60's would not have known of your mom's passing otherwise. Everytime I return to Odessa Ave., I look at the house or visit it and always see your Nell and Jack. I remember your mom best from the great sewing she did. One year my mom bought me the most overly sized leather coat at Simpsons warehouse. She ran that thing back and forth to Nell, who tried to 'take it in' with her masterful skills, but in the end said- to work a miracle on that, she'd need a commercial leather stitcher machine. Of course it was never worn. She is also in many of the Etobicoke party photos I have. Bea last saw her near her condo before moving out west, and after that, did not know where she went... it is great to read that she was near you the last years.Thinking of you, and remembering Nell in my prayers at Mass.
Bill Gregory Terlecki& Miguel Monast & Bea Terlecki

May 23, 2010

Barb, thinking of you and Arlene this weekend, glad she is there to support you. Pam

Kristin Healy

May 21, 2010

Barb and Heather,
I was so sorry to hear about Auntie Nell. She was an incredible woman and I consider myself blessed to have been able to know her. My heart goes out to you in this very difficult time. I wish I could be there, but know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marj Windle

May 21, 2010

Barb,
So sorry for your loss. You're Mom was a very special lady and I'll always remember our theatre times together.
Marj

Danny Symonds

May 20, 2010

Auntie Nell was such a wonderful lady. She brightened up every room she entered. It was so wonderful for my family to get to see her again last summer. She was truly an amazing person. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Darci Stronach

May 20, 2010

Barb...your Mom will be sorely missed but lovingly remembered. She was such a breath of fresh air. The kids and I will miss her fabulous stories and her arts & crafts sales at her apartment complex. I wish we could be there on Friday.

Daniel Shepard

May 19, 2010

Auntie Nell was a very special person. I remember when I was little and she made me a shirt with WOW on the front because I liked the letter W. She is a great lady who will truly be missed. I wish I could be there on Friday. My mom will be there for all of us.

Cindy O'Hara

May 19, 2010

Barb, I know it is very hard for you and Heather right now, but soon the wonderful memories of all the joyful times together will be the first to come to mind.

May 19, 2010

Barb, I know all the happy memories of the times you shared with your Mom will
sustain you at this difficult time.
Judy Brown, Calgary, Alberta

Laura McCambley

May 19, 2010

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Bev Lawson

May 19, 2010

Barb, I am so very sorry you lost your mom.

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