Remembering John Henry Godward

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on March 7th, 2016 in his 91st year. Beloved and devoted husband to Pauline for 62 years. Loving father of David (Shirley Ann) of Bolsover, Cathy Lawrence (Jeff) of Marchmont, and Paul (Michele) of Owen Sound. Cherished and adored grandfather of Andrew and Thomas Godward, John and Jenni Lawrence and Blake and Joshua Godward. Special Great Gramps to Sebastian. Predeceased by his parents Ada and Alex Godward. Proud veteran of the RCAF during WW2. Graduate of Agricultural Studies at the University of Guelph. Long time educator as Science teacher and Vice-Principal with most of his career at Park Street Collegiate Institute. Long time member of St. James’ Anglican Church, Champlain Seniors Service Club, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #34, Orillia, the Orillia Lawn Bowling Club and Past President of the Orillia Curling Club. Special thanks to Dr. Sochaniwskyj and all the very caring staff at OSMH. A Memorial Service to celebrate John’s life will be held at St. James’ Anglican Church, 58 Peter St. N., Orillia on Saturday May 7, 2016 at 1 o’clock. If desired, memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Homes, 54 Coldwater St. E., Orillia, (705) 326-3595.