Loren Eugene Godbold's Obituary
Byron Center - Loren E. Godbold, 92, of Byron Center, formerly of Big Rapids, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2020 at his home with his family by his side.
He was born August 1, 1928 in Rodney, the son of Ivon and Catherine (Lutz) Godbold, and graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1947.
For many years Loren and his brother Wendall owned and operated the Godbold Lumber Company in Big Rapids. After retiring he enjoyed traveling the United States and Canada, and playing golf wherever he could. He was a member of the Big Rapids Lion's Club, and a treasurer, clerk, and trustee for Big Rapids Township. Loren was a long-standing member of St. Mary Catholic Church. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be dearly missed.
On September 13, 1947, Loren married Doris Ross, who survives. He is also survived by their daughter Cheryl (Pat) McKenna of Kalamazoo; his granddaughter Sonya (Ray) Ladd of Homer, MI; 4 great-grandchildren; his sister Gladys Martiny of Lansing; his brother-in-law Glen Norton of Big Rapids; and many nieces and nephews. Loren was preceded in death by his grandson Shaun McKenna; his siblings, Gertrude Bissel, Francis Godbold, Basil Godbold, Wendall Godbold, and Arlois Norton.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Big Rapids with Father Michael Burt as celebrant. Burial will follow in Pine Plains Cemetery in Colfax Township. Loren's family will greet friends beginning at 10 a.m., Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in his name may be made to a charity of your choice.
Due to public health concerns the family is asking for masks to be worn, and will be provided if needed. There will be no luncheon, but the family will hold a celebration luncheon at a later date.
Care and arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory or express condolences at mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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