Arlin E. Godby, 79, of Russell Springs, KY was born on June 29, 1945, a son of the late Eld. Paul Godby and Valeria Owens Godby, and departed this life on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Arlin was a devoted and loving Husband, Dad, and Pa. He gave his heart to the Lord at an early age and enjoyed witnessing to those he came in contact with. Arlin was a devoted member of Clearfork Baptist Church where he served as a trustee for many years. He loved his church family. He was an advocate for children and was acknowledged for his work in the Always Believing in Children program.
He owned Arlin’s Construction and loved working in the dirt with his machinery. He also enjoyed going to the lake with his fishing buddy and long-time friend John Wilson, tinkering with old cars, and camping with friends. He was well loved in his community and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He will be sadly missed by all of his Family and Friends.
SURVIVORS:
His beloved wife of 47 years: Gay Swanson Godby
7 children: Karen (Danny) Loveless, Lori (Kerry) Morrow, Kimberly (Scottie) Weston, Brian (Beckie) Godby, Darin (Misty) Wade, David (Devin) Godby, and Allison (Travis) LaFavers
19 grandchildren: Wesley, Bobbie Jean (Mark), Russell, Josh (Karen), Tanner (Amy), Kaycee, Whitney (David), Jonathan (Allie), Mackenzie (Ronnie), Dawson (Justine), Joe, Robert (Katie), Keagan, Logan, Hannah, Lexie (John), Abigail, Riley, and Braydon
14 great-grandchildren
1 sister: Ann (Ronald) Rexroat
1 brother: Michael (Sharon) Godby
Funeral Service: Friday, May 23, 2025 at 11:00amCT at Bernard Funeral Home in Russell Springs, KY with Bro. Joe Sullivan and Bro. Bill Mullins officiating
Visitation: After 9:00amCT on Friday
Burial: Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery
Pallbearers: Arlin’s grandsons
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to Hospice of Lake Cumberland, 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, KY 42503.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
