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John Godfrey Obituary
York
John N. Godfrey, 74, passed on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015, at the Mt. Joy Hospice.
Born on July 31, 1941, in York, he was the son of the late Leoma (Werking) and John C. Godfrey.
He honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.
John retired from York Shipley as a service technician. He was an avid hunter and belonged to the West York VFW. He loved spending time with his brothers in the mountains. He enjoyed working with his hands -- building houses, fixing anything and everything. John was a talented carver of wooden duck decoys.
John leaves to cherish his memory, daughters, Kate Cook, Alice Forney, both of York, Marjorie Joseph of Easton; grandchildren, Eve, Abby, Christopher, Matthew, Noah, Sam, Victor, Joey, Marie; siblings, Robert Godfrey, Roberta Godfrey, Gerald Godfrey, Raymond Godfrey, all of York. He was preceded in death by a son, Joseph Rush; siblings, Dawn Guyer, and Karl "Sam" Godfrey.
The Celebration of Life Services are on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the West York VFW Post 8951,1800 Andrew St., (turn off 1800 block of
W. Market St. onto South Clinton St., drive two blocks directly to Post). The York County Veterans Honor Guard will be performing full military rites at 4 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17604.
Gladfelter Funeral Home, Inc. is assisting the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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for John Godfrey
Karen Rife
November 21, 2015
You will be deeply missed Uncle Johnny but I know you are rejoicing in heaven with the rest of the Godfrey angels. I will never forget the memories we made at the cabin, especially hunting. Love you
Jerry & Lynda Godfrey
November 17, 2015
We will always think of you when we hear the spoken words 'Whatever!' or 'Imagine that!'-- You had a warm, loving heart balanced with a feisty spirit; a creative talent - we miss you! We celebrate you as brother. May God bless your daughters and grandchildren with His awesome peace.
Alice Forney
November 16, 2015
Daddy, we didn't always see eye to eye...but at the end of the day....you are my daddy. I'm glad I got the chance to say goodbye, and spend time with you. Everytime I hear the song, "I can only imagine" I'll think of you. Please look down on me and the boys from time to time....and ill always keep you in my heart, where you will stay forever. RIP Daddy...I love you, always and forever...
patty Alicea
November 16, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Alice you and your family will be in our prayers
Lisa
November 16, 2015
John I will miss our talks at Vfw in the afternoons. Peace be with you now. Watch over me dear friend. Love and miss you.
Tom & Nina Albright
November 16, 2015
We are so sorry for you loss. John and I were friends since grade school.
Kate Rush-Cook
November 16, 2015
I miss you so much. It feels so empty here without you. Thank you for loving me. Thank you for everything you did for me & the girls. I was proud to tell people you were my dad! I will love and miss you forever.
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