of Tilly, AR
January 27, 1938 - November 10, 2025
Juanita Faye Godfrey, age 87, of Tilly, Arkansas passed from this life to go home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, November 10th, 2025 at her home in Tilly. She was born in El Centro, California on January 27th, 1938 to Julius Ivy and Ethel McKay Ivy. She met and married the love of her life, Eulan ''Dude'' Godfrey, then moved to Tilly, Arkansas spending 72 years with him.
Juanita was a charter member of the Tilly Missionary Baptist Church, which she faithfully attended until she was no longer able. One of her greatest joys in life was being called Mom, Nana or Gran and having her house filled with everyone she loved. Juanita was always ready to help, no matter the size of the problem.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Julius and Ethel Ivy and one baby son.
Survivors include her husband, Eulan ''Dude'' Godfrey of the home; two daughters, Raylene Fountain (Gerald) of Tilly and Leora Housley (Greg) of Tilly; five grandchildren, Russell Fountain (Kim) of Tilly, Jill Hendricks of Pottsville, Bridget Eaton of Tilly, Chelsea Anderson (Talon) of Hector and Clinton Housley of Tilly; ten great-grandchildren and one brother, Arlen Ivy (Pat) of Russellville.
Graveside services for Juanita will be 2:00 PM Thursday, November 13th, 2025 at Union Hill Cemetery near Tilly with Bro. Nathan Ferguson officiating. Honorary bearers will be Gerald Fountain, Greg Housley, Russell Fountain, Clinton Housley, Talon Anderson and Kelby Middleton. "The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want." Psalm 23:1.
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13 Condolence(s)
Lonnie Murphy
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Prayers for your family. Greg and Leora, you guys have been on my mind all day! 🙏🏻 I'm so sorry for your loss.
Brenda J Lewis
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Lenora, I am so very sorry for your loss, and pray God will give you strength during this difficult time.
Renee House Adair
Thursday, November 13, 2025
I sure do love you .you will be grately missed im not sure Noone ever will ever make that crockpot dressing as good as you .til I see you again rest easy .ps please tell my granny I love her and miss her
Love always sissy 💓
Eddie and Pam Cannada
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Juanita was such a kind person.
Phyllis Taylor
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
She was such a sweet, sweet lady! Praying for the family.
Nina Baysinger
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Most precious lady I have ever met
Travis Warren
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Such a beautiful soul and wonderful person! Love the picture y’all chose, that’s how I remember them. So many fond memories to cherish, praying for the family to find comfort that Heaven has welcomed her home.
Tim & Pam Massey
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Russ a& Kim Praying for all who loved her- God Bless your family
Donny and Marlana Ivy
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Such sad news to hear of our dear Aunt Neat’s passing. She was an angel on earth, a wonderful aunt to grow up with and the best “vittle” (dumplings) cook ever.
She had a beautiful singing voice, a strong Christian faith and deep love for her family.
Dewayne & Tonya Keisler
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Sorry for your loss
Prayers for the family
Barbara Smith
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
So sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet lady. I love talking to her. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Joyce Brock Palmer
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
I am so very sorry for this loss and my prayers and love will be with yall
Joyce Brock Palmer
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
I am so very sorry for this loss and my prayers and love will be with yall