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Anne Elizabeth Godden, age 78, of Three Rivers, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born June 12, 1946, in Three Rivers, the daughter of Forrest and Maxine (Castle) Tobin, and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1964. Anne married David Furlong in the spring of 1963, spending her early years as a hard-working young mother of three. Anne married Michael Godden in April of 1971. Anne and Mike were married for thirty-six years and raised the family that she loved and cared for her entire life.
Ann loved working and was employed as a cashier at Harding’s and Fred’s Pharmacy, as a security guard at Abbott Laboratories, and in security at American Axle & Manufacturing.
She loved laughing and having fun with family and friends. Beaches in South Haven were a favorite spot to visit. She also enjoyed ceramics, crocheting, and games on her computer. She enjoyed listening to music of Elvis Presley and all things Disney. She was a member of Riverside Church.
Remaining to cherish her memory are her sons, Michael (Rhonda) Godden II and Todd Furlong; daughter, Amy Whitney; grandchildren, Danielle, Rachael, Branden, Nicholas, Lauren, Chris, Correy, Nichole, and Kaleb; great-grandchildren, Iris, Edith, Kinslee, and Bexlee; brother, Dennis Tobin; sisters, Janice Davis, Mary Cole, and Susan Hall.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, David Furlong; and loving husband, Michael Godden.
In accordance with family wishes, cremation will be conducted; a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Donations in Anne’s memory may be directed to St. Joseph County Animal Control. Envelopes will be available at Hohner Funeral Home.
