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Doris Ann Johnson Godwin

November 30, 1953 ~ March 8, 2020

ROCKY MOUNT - Doris Ann Johnson Godwin, age 66, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Doris was born in Harnett County, NC on November 30, 1953. She was preceded in death by her mother, Doris Marie Turner Johnson; and brother, Donnie Ray Johnson. A woman of tremendous faith, Doris was a longtime and highly active member of Cornerstone Community Church. Her life of ministry began with the Erwin Church of God. Throughout the years she has left a legacy of love that has impacted church families in Michigan, Georgia, and North Carolina. She was a dedicated prayer warrior, there was not a soul that she wouldn't pray for. She had a unique way of welcoming everyone, whether friend or stranger, her heartfelt hospitality always brought those around her closer. Doris was a talented pianist for over 30 years, having taught others to play from as far away as Paris, Michigan where she also taught kindergarten. She had a love for hearing the waves crash upon the shore, while walking along the sands of the beach, and was also a fierce UNC Tar Heels Basketball fan. A devoted and giving wife, loving and caring mother and "Nana", and a genuinely good friend to all, Doris will be truly missed and never forgotten. Doris leaves behind to cherish her memory, husband Richard "Rick" Edward Godwin; her father Victor Ray Johnson of Lillington; children , Jason Phillips and wife, NiCole, of Garner, Dorie Phillips Barron and husband, Adam, of Hopkins, MI, Lindsay Godwin Hill and husband, Tim, of Tarboro, Derrick Godwin and wife, Ashley, of Garner; 11 grandchildren; sister in law Janice Johnson; and 1 nephew. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Steve Webb officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. Burial will be Friday, March 13, 2020 at 1:00 PM at Erwin Memorial Cemetery, 506 W A St, Erwin, NC 28339. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Doris's name to Cornerstone Community Church, 9149 East, NC-97, Rocky Mount, NC 27803. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com. Visitation Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home 1130 N. Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Thursday 3/12, 10:00 am - 10:45 am Visitation with the family will be from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. Service Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home 1130 N. Winstead Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Thursday 3/12, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Steve Webb officiating. Cemetery Erwin Memorial Cemetery 506 W. A Street Erwin, NC 28339 Friday 3/13, 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Burial will be Friday, March 13, 2020 at 1:00 PM at Erwin Memorial Cemetery, 506 W A St, Erwin, NC 28339.

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  1. Yes a wonderful woman of faith. Doris and I had wonderful times at Pathway Temple Church of God. She was a great prayer warrior. My prayers are with her family

  2. Ms. Godwin was always a sweet lady every time I saw her. She will be missed. Jill Fipps Rocky Mount Family Medical Center

  3. She was a dear friend. No words can explain what a terrific woman of God she was . Doris was loved by everyone. She will be greatly missed!

  4. Our hearts are broken by this great loss. She was a treasured friend since our early childhood and will be sorely missed. Sending our condolences, prayers and hugs to each of you as you adjust to this new life without Doris Ann.


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