Harvey Milton Godwin

Harvey was born on November 4, 1932 in Chadburn County, NC. He spent 17 years in the Navy and 28 years at Weyerhauser. Harvey enjoyed bowling in his spare time. He loved God, his church, his family, and his friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Mertie Godwin and a sister, Eula Norris.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Leonard Godwin, of 44 years; six children, Paula and Freddie Mercer, Cheryl and Mike Oliver, Harvey Jr. and Christal Godwin, Robbie and Phyllis Godwin, Ricky Riggan, and Brian and Tatiana Godwin; one brother, Wilton Godwin; one sister, Frankie Tracy; 18 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and two faithful feline companions (his furbabies), Marco and Buttercup.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, July 29, 2019 at Sherwood Forest Freewill Baptist Church in New Bern. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 am at the church. He will be laid to rest in New Bern Memorial Cemetery following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Harvey's name may be made to his church, Sherwood Forest FWB Church or Community Hospice.