Dr. Earl H. Godfrey
Neurologist for over 23 years in Spartanburg

SPARTANBURG - Dr. Earl Hampton Godfrey, 78, died on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice House.

Dr. Godfrey was born in Florence, S.C., a son of the late Carl Henry and Louise Reece Godfrey. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. He subsequently graduated from the University of South Carolina and the Medical University of South Carolina, with honors.

Dr. Godfrey specialized in Neurology and pursued additional study in Philadelphia related to neuromuscular disorders, qualifying him to return to teach Neurology at the Medical University. Upon his return he became the co-founder of the newly formed Department of Neurology and conducted research under grants funded through the NIH. He was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha, the S.C. Medical Association, and the S.C. Neurological Association. In 1972, he started a private practice in Spartanburg, which continued for over 23 years.

Surviving are his son, Earl H. Godfrey Jr.; his daughter, Ann Louise Shirley; his granddaughter, Alison Earley; and his beloved companion, Peggy Edwards, all of Spartanburg County.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Simpson Godfrey; his daughter, Cynthia Joan Earley; and his brother, Carl Henry Godfrey.

A private service was held for immediate family members only.

Donations in his memory should be made to the Spartanburg Regional Hospice House.