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John Godso Obituary

John Lucien Godso, Jr., 80 yrs old, passed away August 22nd, 2016. John was born January 21st, 1936 to John L Godso, Sr. and Mamie (LaFleur) Godso , he was the oldest of nine and was a resident of Port Vincent, Louisiana. John graduated from LSU in Chemical Engineering and worked for Duriron Company for 25 years before founding his own company in 1984, G.C.I. (Gulf Coast Industrial Equipment), a Duriron distributor of pumps and valves for the Gulf South. He sold his company in 2010 and it is still operating today. He was an astute and dedicated business man and a good friend to all. His legacy in the pump industry will forever be remembered. John loved his home on the river, racquetball and watching LSU football. He was a devoted husband and loving father and is survived by his beloved wife, Madison and his four children, Ian (Julie), Donna (Pete), Randall, and Brandi (Michael); four grandchildren, Keith, Connor, Ava and Jackson; and five great grandchildren; three brothers, Dennis, Jim and Ronald and five sisters, Mary Louise, Betty, Patty, Jeanie and Debbie. Services will be Thursday, August 25th at Seale Funeral Home in Livingston from 11:00am until 2:00pm. Religious services begin at 2:00pm and burial will follow at Felders Cemetery in Denham Springs. Through this medium we invite relatives and friends to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers the family ask that you make a donation to help flood victims or to the church or charity of your choice.

Published by The Advocate from Aug. 23 to Aug. 25, 2016.
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You will be missed Uncle JL.

Jason & Lisa Kleinpeter

Family

August 26, 2016

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved father, Brandi. Your family has been through far too much this past year and our thoughts are with you, Mick, your family and all of your father's friends and family .
Sending love,
Alicia, Delvin, Oscar, Henry & Butterfly

Alicia Chomiak

August 25, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about John's passing. I worked for him years ago at GCI. He was a very sweet and generous man.

Marybeth West

August 25, 2016

John was a very sweet man and will be missed by all those that knew him. God has his loving arms wrapped around him now. RIP

Rhonda & Jim Palmer

August 25, 2016

Uncle John, you always enjoyed life. You will truly be missed. Thank you Madison for all your love and care you gave to my uncle.

Sherry, Tom & Jessica Willmott

Family

August 25, 2016

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Sally Champlin

August 24, 2016

Madison,
Since the beginning of my friendship with you and John in 2010 from our going out to restaurants together, to barbecues, cook-outs, and watching football games together, and, to just hanging out/visiting with you and John at your home I have personally watched you over the years so lovingly care for John. Yes, John was your love. But, most importantly, John's needs were always number one to your needs what a true, loving, and faithful wife you were to John.
While no words of condolences can lighten your heart, do know that all of Heaven was filled with joy upon John's arrival.
What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more laugh, or one more visit with John. You may not understand why John was chosen by God to be taken from this earth so soon, or why he left before you were ready to say good-bye to him. But, little by little, you will begin to remember not just that John died, but that he lived and that his life gave you memories too beautiful to forget. Yes, John will be greatly missed by you, his family and friends.
I hope that Our Lord brings you and your family the much-needed peace during this sad time. My condolences to you and your family.
Know, that our friendship will continue with our daily telephone calls, our visits, and our hanging out together.
Your friend and sister in Christ,
Claire Brown

Claire Brown

August 24, 2016

You will be missed uncle John. May you rest in peace.

Love,
Cindy and Eddie Perales

Cindy Perales

August 24, 2016

My beloved brother had a big heart for his family. We will miss him dearly. Heaven has a new soul. Our love to Madison for always being there for him. You now have a special angel in Heaven to watch over you and us. Love, his sister, Deb

Debbie Deville

August 24, 2016

You were a great friend & better boss, John. Thanks for bringing Susan & me to BTR for an opportunity. Will always remember watching the Tigers upset the 'Cats in Lexington January '79 with you.

Mike

Michael Hammond

Friend

August 24, 2016

Patty, our condolences to you in the loss of your brother. May the moments you shared grant you comfort and peace. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the Varnado/Godso Families in your grief. God Bless, Vince and Rhenda

Vincent Giaccone

August 24, 2016

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25

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11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Seale Funeral Home, Livingston

20335 Texas St. , Livingston, LA 70754

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25

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2:00 p.m.

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20335 Texas St. , Livingston, LA 70754

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