There will be a burial service on Saturday, October 16, 11:00 am at Moore Memorial Gardens in Arlington, followed by a Celebration of Life, 12:00 pm at the White Room in Pantego.
Pat was born July 27, 1939 in Ft. Worth, TX to Oscar B. and Claudina L. Swallow (Lyons). She grew up in Ft. Worth, graduating from Our Lady of Victory H.S. where she was a cheerleader and voted “Most Likely to Become a Nun”—she DID NOT!!
At the age of 17, while attending O.L.V., Jack enticed her to go on their first date with tickets to see Chuck Berry. That began their courtship and lifelong adventure of 65 years. Pat and Jack were married a year later on October 17, 1957 after SHE proposed to Jack! They made Arlington their home, raising their four children Debbie, Jack Jr. (Bo), Laurie, and Michael there.
Pat’s love of music and dance was nurtured from an early age. She enjoyed playing the piano and later became an accomplished artist. She loved interior design and writing. Pat had many creative talents which she shared freely and encouraged in her children and grandchildren.
For many years, Pat worked tirelessly by Jack’s side to expand the family business, Comet Cleaners & Laundry, turning it into an international franchise company. Together they traveled the world extensively and made many friends along the way. Pat never met a stranger and was always ready to share her faith in Jesus or pray on the spot for someone in need. Their home always had an open door to many throughout the years. Her never ending faith was always her focus and God’s unconditional love was her message.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Claudina Swallow, her sister, Carla Swallow Vogel, grandsons, Joshua and Dylan Godfrey, and great granddaughter, Clara Felton.
Pat is survived by her husband, Jack D Godfrey, Sr., children, Deborah Godfrey of Ft. Worth, Jack Godfrey, Jr. (Juana) of Arlington, Laurie Godfrey Leonard (Steve) of Waco, and Michael Godfrey (Krisi) of Dublin. Grandchildren, Nick Serrano, Courtney Serrano, Alexandria Serrano Rasuk, Chaslyn Pilarcik, Rachel Godfrey Bumpus, Meredith Godfrey Khonsari, Grace Godfrey, Lauren Felton, Carly McReynolds, Lacey Leonard, Aaron Leonard, Lillian Edwards, and Casey Godfrey. Great grandchildren, Presley Hinson, Ruby Travis , Rhett Travis, Deklan Serrano, Tallulah Rasuk, Sebastian Bumpus , Isabella Male, Will Male, and Penelope Felton. Her four legged baby, Elvira and many nieces and nephews.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.grandprairiefh.com for the Godfrey family.
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