Anthony Wayne “Tony” Godfrey, 54

Anthony Wayne “Tony” Godfrey, 54, of Forest City, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2014.

He was a native of Rutherford County and the son of Harold and Catherine Suttle Godfrey. Tony was a machine mechanic for Tanner Companies. He coached youth football with the Spindale Parks and Recreation Department.

In addition to his parents, Tony is survived by his wife, Shari McNeilly Godfrey of the home; sons Aaron Godfrey and Chase Godfrey of Forest City; three grandchildren, Alexis, Clay, and Channing Godfrey; brothers Harold Godfrey Jr of Rutherfordton and Greg Godfrey of Spindale; sister Amy Welch of Waynesville.

Funeral services were held at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church with Dr. Scott Courtney, Rev. Danny Black and Rev. Don Crawford officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Spindale Parks and Recreation, PO Box 186, Spindale, NC 28160.

Crowe’s Mortuary is assisting the Godfrey family.