February 22, 1940 – November 9, 2024
Robert M. Godsey, 84, of Bedford, Indiana, passed away at his home on Saturday, November 9, 2024.
He was born in Bedford, Indiana, on February 22, 1940, to the late Lloyd E. and Florence Ryan Godsey. On June 30, 1975, in Prince Fredrick, Maryland, he married the love of his life, Debra Johnson, who survives.
Robert was a retired Millwright/Carpenter for the union but wore many hats. He was also a former diesel mechanic and a long-haul owner-operator truck driver.
Surviving to cherish his memory is his wife, Debra Godsey of Bedford, Indiana; children, Sheila Walters of Bowling Green, Bobbi (Kevin) Geary of Oolitic, Indiana, and Terry (Denise) Godsey of Bedford, Indiana; grandchildren, Stephanie (Matt) Kishpaugh, Gregory Nurrenberg, Patrick (Taylor) Price, Derrick (Kaylee) Price, Brynlee Godsey, and Jayden Kemp; great-grandchildren, Oliver Price and Maddi Price; sister, Jeannie (Fielding) Lee; and several nieces and nephews.
Robert is preceded by his parents, Lloyd E. and Florence Godsey; daughter, Carla D. Godsey; and two brothers, James L. Godsey and Terry D. Godsey.
Visitation for Robert will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the Ferguson- Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Homes, 818 18th Street, Bedford, Indiana, from 10:00 a.m. until Noon. Private graveside services will be held at a later date at Dive Cemetery.
Donations may be made in Robert’s memory to the Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services.
Memories and condolences may be shared, and flowers may be ordered at www.FergusonLee.com.
