James Edward "Jim" Godfrey's obituary , Passed away on December 1, 2025 in Kinston, North Carolina

James Edward "Jim" Godfrey

June 8, 1950 - December 1, 2025 (75 years old)

Kinston, North Carolina

James Edward "Jim" Godfrey's obituary , Passed away on December 1, 2025 in Kinston, North Carolina

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Howard-Carter Funeral Home

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James Edward "Jim" Godfrey

June 8, 1950 - December 1, 2025 (75 years old)

Kinston, North Carolina

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James Edward Godfrey Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Edward Godfrey of Kinston, North Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 1, 2025 at the age of 75. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Edward Godfrey to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Godfrey and Helen Godfrey. He is survived by: his wife Robyn Godfrey of Mary's Kitchen; his daughters, Christine Gilmore (Sammy) and Kimberly Taylor (Tony); his stepchildren, Shannon Foscue and Davin Arnold (Katie); his grandchildren, Kelly Taylor, Trent Taylor, Palmer Foscue, Luke Arnold and Avery Arnold; and his siblings, Mary Bennett (Jim) and Tom Godfrey (Lee). He is also survived by nieces, nephew, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Jaycee Burn Center at UNC-Chapel Hill or Mary's Kitchen c/o St. Mary's Episcopal Church - two causes deeply meaningful to Jim.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Howard-Carter Funeral Home



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St. Mary's Episcopal Church
800 Rountree St, Kinston, NC 28501

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