Roy "Bug" Lee Godfrey

Roy Lee “Bug” Godfrey, 73, of Olivia, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday October 4, 2025.

Born on June 14, 1952, in Lee County, NC, Roy was the son of the late David H. Godfrey and Lillian Francis Bean Godfrey. A lifelong resident of the area, Roy was known for his love of the outdoors, particularly hunting and raising his beloved fox dogs. He took great pride in running his fox pen in Lee County and found joy in simply listening to the dogs run and hunt. Roy also enjoyed catching up with friends over the phone and sharing stories from the past.

A skilled carpenter by trade, Roy spent most of his life building homes throughout Lee County.

Roy was preceded in death by his parents, his son Keith Godfrey, and his Brother David Allen Godfrey.

He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy; his son Randy Godfrey and wife Kristie; grandsons Colby and Austin Godfrey; sister Anne Jones (late husband Jimmy); brothers Bill Godfrey (Robin), Tom Godfrey (Cindy), and Donald Ray Godfrey.

A memorial service will be held at Hillmon Grove Baptist Church in Cameron, NC, on Thursday, October 9th at 11:00 AM, where family and friends will gather to celebrate Roy’s life. Officiated by Charlie Hickman from 3D Community Church.

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