Mary Evelyn Godsey

Mary Evelyn Godsey, 80, of Blytheville passed away at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 4, 1938 to Bob and Sue Mason Hammock. She graduated from Dyess High School.

Her husband of 57 years said he met Mary while she was a car-hop at Kream Kastle. She later worked at Sterlings, TG&Y, and Walmart, where she retired after 20 years.

She was a member of the Emergency Squad for over 50 years. She served as treasurer for several years.

Family says that she was an awesome cook, especially known for her chicken and dressing and her hashbrown casserole.

She loved to fish and travel. She enjoyed going to Branson to see the Presley Family Show.

She enjoyed computer games and loved her soap operas.  

She was very caring, always taking care of others. Everyone says she was always smiling.

She was a good wife and mother, and mother-in-law. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband, Mike Godsey, of the home;

Two sons: David Godsey (and Sonja) and Bobby Godsey (and Kim) all of Gosnell;

Six grandchildren: Timothy Godsey and Christopher Godsey, both of Ravenden AR; Braiden Wiseman of Fort Smith AR;

Jessica Buckingham (and Jason) of Collinsville IL; Joshua Godsey and Caleb Godsey (Rylee Garner) both of Gosnell;

Three great-grandchildren: Brody, Carter, Hadlee, and one on the way;

Five sisters: Sue Allen of Dyess AR, Ruby Jewell of Paris TN, Bobbie Prince of Springfield AL, Nadine McClain of Lepanto AR, and Nan Prentice of Palestine AR;

And her dog, Baby;

And friends and family that will miss her dearly.

Memorial donations may be offered to Blytheville Emergency Squad.

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Sunday, June 2, 2019 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Carney Funeral Home Chapel 1501 Byrum Road Blytheville, AR 72315

Sunday, June 2, 2019 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Carney Funeral Home Chapel 1501 Byrum Road Blytheville, AR 72315

Sunday, June 2, 2019 3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Carney Cemetery 1501 Byrum Rd. Blytheville, Arkansas 72315

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