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LEN GODFREY Obituary

GODFREY, LEN P. - age 78, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at his home with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Reva and Wesley Godfrey. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Mary Godfrey; three sons and daughters-in-law, Keith, Gary and (Kathy), and Ronald and (Marlene); daughter, Kimberly Kendall; seven grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. Family and friends will meet at 10:15 a.m. Saturday, March 8, 2014, at the entrance to Greenwood Cemetery for a 10:30 a.m. graveside service. The family will receive friends Friday, March 7, 2014, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Rose Mortuary Broadway Chapel. Online condolences may be extended at www.rosemortuary.com. Arrangements by Rose Mortuary Broadway Chapel.

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Published by The Aiken Standard on Mar. 6, 2014.

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Ann Raby

March 7, 2014

Gary, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your mom are in my thoughts and prayers.

March 7, 2014

Keith, Mary, and family: Sorry to hear of Lens passing. Friends from long ago, Bettye and Bill Mode

March 6, 2014

Loving cousin kind to all. Loved his family, and was an inspiration to all. We mill miss you Len.

KJ Lamb

March 6, 2014

Len was a kind, sweet and strong man who loved his family and was a hard worker. He set a wonderful example of kindness and compassion. He will be missed by all those that loved or knew him

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