MANSFIELD: Mary Ellen Godbey, 85, of Mansfield, Ohio (Richland County) passed away June 1, 2013 at MedCentral Health System.
Mary Ellen was born May 11, 1928 in Lancaster, Ohio (Fairfield County) to George and Ina Beal Etzel.
She was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church.
Mary Ellen was an avid bowler and enjoyed crafts, taking bus trips with friends, and spending time with her family.
Survivors include her son David Godbey of Mansfield, OH; grandchildren Michael Godbey of Bellville, Summer Stone of Mansfield, Marc Hess of Canton, Gregory Baker of SC; great-grandchildren Destiny, Kaylee, A. Leigh; friend Julie Godbey of Mansfield, OH; special nieces Donna, Rochella of Parkersburg, WV; and other relatives.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Herbert Godbey.
Friends may call at Herlihy-Chambers Funeral Home, 173 Park Avenue West, on Tuesday from 4 - 7pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00am Wednesday at St. Peter's Catholic Church.
Burial will follow in Mansfield Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pat Kracker Breast Cancer Fund.