William "Buck" Godfrey Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on August 1, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia

William "Buck" Godfrey Jr.

April 4, 1943 - August 1, 2026 (83 years old)

Atlanta, Georgia

William "Buck" Godfrey Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on August 1, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia

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Gregory B. Levett and Sons Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc.

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William "Buck" Godfrey Jr.

April 4, 1943 - August 1, 2026 (83 years old)

Atlanta, Georgia

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William Godfrey Jr. Obituary

William Godfrey Jr. (Atlanta, Georgia) passed away on August 1, 2026. William, born on April 4, 1943, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of William Godfrey Jr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

William will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew William will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. William’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Octavia Godfrey and William Godfrey; and his brothers, Robert Godfrey and John Godfrey. He is survived by: his wife Joyce; his brother Frank Godfrey; his children, Colin Godfrey (Deanna) and Rashan Ali Smith (Brian); and his granddaughters, Bailey, Gabrielle, Carter and Morgan.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gregory B. Levett and Sons Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc.



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