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Williamsburg Funeral Home
Williamsburg Funeral Home
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10/18/1954 – 12/14/2020
Kingstree
Funeral Services
Funeral services will be 11 AM Saturday, December 19, 2020, in Williamsburg Funeral Home Chapel with a burial in Kingstree Memorial Gardens.
Visitation
The family will greet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Friday at Williamsburg Funeral Home.
Memorials
Memorials may be made to Kingstree Second Baptist Church, 20 Dennis Avenue, Kingstree, SC 29556 or American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.
William Francis Godwin, Jr., 66, husband of Kathy Baylor Godwin, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020 in McLeod Regional Medical Center of Florence.
Francis was born October 18, 1954, in Kingstree, SC, a son of the late William Francis “Bill” Godwin, Sr. and Leona Grantham Godwin. He was owner and operator of F & W Body Shop, also known as the Honda Man. Francis could often be found working on a car in his shop, at home, watching his favorite old tv shows and movies or out eating and spending time with his family and close friends. He was a member of Kingstree Second Baptist Church.
Surviving in addition of his wife Kathy are: a son, Timothy (Marla) Godwin, of Kingstree; a daughter, Katelyn Godwin, of Kingstree; a granddaughter, Katie Godwin; a sister, Vicky (Donnie) Witherspoon, of Kingstree; 2 nieces, Amy (Edward) Strong, of Andrews; and Emily (Dale) Tisdale, of Kingstree; 4 great nieces, Courtney Strong, Mary-Katherine Tisdale, Reagan Strong, and Whitney Tisdale; he was Poppy to 3 special children, Morgan Lane, Allie Baylor, and JT Baylor.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Willie and Victoria Godwin Greene and maternal grandparents, Anderson and Moneta Grantham.
Funeral services will be 11 AM Saturday, December 19, 2020, in Williamsburg Funeral Home Chapel with a burial in Kingstree Memorial Gardens. The family will greet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Friday at Williamsburg Funeral Home. Due to COVID 19 mask and social distancing are required. Memorials may be made to Kingstree Second Baptist Church, 20 Dennis Avenue, Kingstree, SC 29556 or American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.
Our thoughts and prayers to you…our dear friend, Kathy.
Kathy and Family, our hearts are broken to hear of Francis’s passing. He and I started first grade together in the same class. Our mothers became great friends and our fathers were both veterans and were friends as well. Our prayers are with you all, may God be your anchor through this passage and the days that follow. Love In Christ, Sheryl T. and Chuck Belding
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you, Katelyn and Timmy!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Kathy and your family.
Prayers for all of you
Dear Kathy and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Francis’ passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
One of the best friends anyone could have May God Bless all of you and Kathy we love y’all for ever
Prayers for all of the family and friends. My thoughts are with you.
Dear Kathy,
So sorry to hear of Francis’ passing. We are praying for you and the family. God bless.
So sorry to hear of this. My prayers will be with you and your family
am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kathy, I am so sorry to see this. I did not know he was sick. My heart goes out to you and your family. May God give you peace that passes all understanding. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sorry for your loss, keep your family in prayer.
You and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Regie, Missy and Bryce Bedenbaugh
Sending up prayers for you and your family.
Kathy, Timothy, and Katelyn: We’re so saddened by the news of Francis’ passing. It was a shock. Francis was a great friend and supporter while at Second Baptist. He was dedicated a Christian and a loving father. Our prayers go to you all.
My prayers and thoughts are with you Kathy and family
Lifting you all up in prayer during this time of sorrow. Love you.
I am so sorry to hear this of Francis. We were childhood friends. Mr. Bill and my dad raced cars together. Mrs. Leona and my mom were good friends.
Kathy, so sorry to hear of Francis’ passing. I have fond memories of him is school years ago. Such a sweet little boy. Prayers for you, Katelyn, and Timmy.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Kathy and all the family.
So sorry. Kathy, I have fond memories of Francis as a student. Prayers of comfort for you, Katelyn, and Timmy.
One of the good guys is gone.
We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Francis’s passing. He was a great Godly man. He sure will be missed especially around the shop. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
So sorry for you loss. Praying for you and the family. Love to all.
So sorry to hear this. I remember him as a small boy
My thoughts and prayers are with you Kathy and your family
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God grant you peace during this difficult time
So Sorry for your lost !!! Our thoughts are preys are with you!!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
So sorry for your loss. Prayers, love and hugs to you all!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
In Deepest Sympathy & Love,
John & Faith Hopkins
Tim & family:
I am so very sorry about your dad. Thoughts of you all during this difficult time. And prayers for comfort today & the days ahead.
Kathy and Family
Rosa and I are sorry for your loss. Francis was a good man and a true Gentleman. We know you will miss him and so will the community.
The struggle you’re in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow. Don’t give up.
I know daddy ( Mr. John Fulton Jr. ) will truly miss is friend. Mrs. Cathy remember we’re just a phone call alway. Love you guys!
Sorry for your loss. He will be truly missed.