Doris (Simpson) Godwin

Doris Simpson Godwin, 86, of Concord, went into her heavenly home on Tuesday, June 9, 2020.

Doris was born on August 23, 1933 in Cabarrus County to the late James Grady Whittington and Margaret Ann Simpson.

Doris was a faithful and lifelong member of Westford United Methodist Church. She was a talented seamstress and enjoyed quilting and sewing. She spent her career as a telephone operator for Concord Telephone Company for 40 years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clarence Godwin; son, William Marshall James; brother, Charles Simpson, and sisters, Carolyn Whittington and Etta Helms.

Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Kevin Lee James; daughter-in-law, Zelly James; two grandchildren, William Kevin James and Marisa Ann James; and sister, Kay (Ronnie) Greene.

A visitation will be held on Friday, June 12, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Whitley’s Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin at 5:00 p.m. at Whitley’s Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ron Hartman officiating. Burial will be held on Saturday, June 13 at 11:00 a.m. at West Concord Cemetery with Rev. Jeffrey J. Rushing officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Doris’ memory may be made to a favorite charity of one’s choice.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com.