Rex Godwin
Born on May 20, 1938 Clayton, N.C.Passed on May 27, 2026 in Melbourne, Florida
Rex Godwin passed away May 27, 2026 due to health complications in Melbourne, FL at the Holmes Regional Medical Center.
He is survived by his loving wife Shirley Chaney Godwin and five wonderful daughters. Barbara Denise Starling of Smithfield, NC, C. Michele Davey of Princeton, NC, Laural Patrice Davey of Smithfield, NC, Alana Marie Cockrell of Smithfield, NC, Paige Godwin Coleman of Melbourne, FL
Rex Godwin was born on May 20th 1938 in Clayton, NC to Eva Hall and Arthur Eugene Godwin. He joined the Air Force immediately after high school and served 28 years honorably. He retired as a Captain working in Federal Law Enforcement for the OSI Department of the Air Force. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in English while serving his country. He then went on to work as a computer security manager at Northrop Grumman in California until he ultimately decided on the best location for retirement. He moved to Melbourne, FL to retire comfortably and focus on the hobbies he enjoyed so much which included golfing and fishing.
My father was a kind and loving man who was held strong in his family and faith. He was a dedicated member of the Church of Latter Day Saints. He had a gift of walking into a room and instantly bring smiles to any and everyone’s face that he encountered. He will be forever loved and missed by family and friends. Rex will always be remembered as a loving father, husband and a true patriot for his honorable service to his country.
His service will be held at the Church of Latter Day Saints at 1145 Creel St Melbourne, FL 32935 on June 6th 2026 at 11:00am. All are welcome.
