Jerris Batson Godfrey Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jerris Batson Godfrey of Columbia, South Carolina, who passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Jerris find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her husband Joseph Godfrey; and her parents, Campbell Kerns Batson and Leslie McClure Bush. She is survived by: her daughters, Joie Solomon (Steve), Kerri Nordan (Randy) and Elizabeth Cook (Mike); and her grandchildren, Brian Godfrey, Savannah Clements, Jamie Junis, Chad Solomon and Tyler Korth. She is also survived by ten great-grandchildren.
