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Century Resident Celebrates 102nd Birthday
February 20, 2014
Della Godwin of Century celebrated her 102nd birthday on Wednesday with a party attended by family and friends.
Godwin was born in Jay back in 1912, one of 12 children born to her parents Annie and William Griffis. She has two younger surviving siblings - Jean Clark and Veda Welch. She raised two sons, one of which is deceased, and has four grandchildren.
She was raised in the Mount Carmel community of Santa Rosa County. In her early years, she spent most of time in the cotton fields, but she was always in church on Sundays.
Godwin attributes her long life to hard work. Those who know her will say that she was always caring for and helping others. She always put family first, even if it meant she had to do without the things she needed.
Godwin is the oldest resident at the Century Care Center.
Pictured top: Century resident Della Godwin turned 102 on Wednesday. Pictured below: Godwin celebrated her 102nd birthday posing for photos with family and friends. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
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10 Responses to “Century Resident Celebrates 102nd Birthday”
Great pictures and story! You raised a great son, Mrs. Godwin — Ronnie and I have been friends since we were in the 7th grade at Century High School, and I treasure my friendship with him and Jeanne. So glad you had such a nice birthday with your family and friends around.
What a blessing to have been here so many years. God has truly blessed you!
May God’s blessing keep coming for you and yours.
Miss Della, we would love to hear the stories you can tell of the changes you have seen in your long and blessed life. Please find someone who can record your history…..Happy Birthday to YOU.
Enjoyed the day very much. Spending time with Mon and celebrating her birthday with family and friends. Thanks to everyone for making this a wonderful day for a wonderful lady.
Miz Godwin may the Lord continue to bless you and yours.
Happy Birthday Ma’am.
Happy Birthday Della
One GREAT woman, who has always showed love and compassion for everyone.
The article is absolutely correct stating that she would help others and do without.
things for herself.
HAPPY 102nd BIRTHDAY Ms. Della
To know her is to love her.
To know her is an honor!
Happy Birthday
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEAUTIFUL LADY.
This is great!!! Happy Birthday Miss. Della Godwin.
Della—You have truly been an inspiration to all whose lives you have touched. You baby sat one of my girls, with loving care, guidance, and a swat or two on her backside, I’m sure.(HA!) Becky has loved you always, as all my girls and I do. You are a great woman! God bless and keep you safe always– Linda and girls