The family of George A. Godin, age 83, is sorry to let his friends and neighbors know that he passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, due to complications from diabetes.
He was born on May 28, 1942, in Fairfax, Vt., the son of the late Arthur and Elizabeth (King) Godin.
George was a true Vermont farmer. He was a man of the land and a humorous, genuine soul who enjoyed sharing long-winded tales filled with wit and wisdom. He took pride in his work and found joy in the simple pleasures of life, surrounded by the beauty of his dairy farm. He always had a desire to become a pilot and at the age of 40 took flying lessons for the first time. From that point on, he was hooked on flying, earning his private pilot license and spending countless hours in the sky. George loved his family fiercely and cared for his neighbors and his community, which expanded well beyond the town of Franklin.
He is survived by his wife, Johanna Crane-Godin; children, Reneé Godin and partner Scott Lemert, Tyler Godin, and Andrew Godin and wife Stacie; grandchildren, Jillian, Graham and Charlotte; siblings, Patricia Armmannsson and husband Johann, and Roy McDonald and wife Christine; mother-in-law, Marion Crane; siblings-in-law, Nancy Crane and Robert Crane; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, George was predeceased by his brother, Donald Godin.
Friends and family are invited to George’s life celebration on Thursday, April 9, 2026, to include visitation from 4 to 6 p.m., followed by a time to share stories and favorite memories at 6 p.m., at the Goss Life Celebration Home, 89 Grand Ave., Swanton, VT.
For those who wish, contributions in George’s memory may be made to Green Mountain Bird Alliance, PO Box 4333, Burlington, VT 05406.
Condolences, photos and favorite memories may be shared through gossfs.com.