Bernard Lee "Bernie" Goddard
November 28, 1949 ~ March 5, 2015
Bernard “Bernie” Lee Goddard, 65, of Leonardtown, MD passed away on March 5, 2015 in Washington, DC. Born on November 28, 1949 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late Mary O. Goddard, and J. Lloyd Goddard, Sr. Bernie is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth Goddard, whom he married on May 7, 1988 in Mechanicsville, MD. Bernie is survived by 2 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and his brother Larry O. Goddard of Riverton, WY. He was preceded in death by his brother Joseph L. Goddard. Bernie graduated from Chopticon High School in 1968 and was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD resident. He worked as a Horticulturist for the Federal Government for 30 years retiring on December 5, 2005. Bernie enjoyed hunting, and gambling.
The family will receive friends on Friday, March 13, 2015 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 10:00 AM in the Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be; George Kalnasy, Jeremy Hunley, James Goddard, Joseph Goddard, Michael Goddard, and Jim Cryer. Honorary Pallbearers will be; Brooke Hunley, Stacey Williams, Cameron Adams, Olivia Hunley and Elaina Justus.
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“Liz, may God wrap his arms around you through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Liz @ family so sorry to hear about mooses passing. He was a great guy. I went to school with him but we met every morning with Harvey moose and myself at the Veterans home. He was always so pleasant to talk to.We new he was’t feeling well for a while. We where so glad when he told us he was going to have surgery.God bless you all.And moose I’ll never forget you. “
“Our sincerest sympathy to all the family and many friends. We will miss him so much especially at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. May God reward him for all the many things he did for so many of the wonderful residents there.”
“Liz Our thoughts are with you and may God bless you.”
“LIZ AND FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR THE PASSING OF BERNIE. WE WILL REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD OLD DAYS RUNNING AROUND AND THE DAYS AT PENNIE’S. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU!”
“Liz, we are so sorry to hear of Bernies passing. May Gods loving hand help heal your sorrow and touch your heart with the peace only he can give. “
“Liz and family we are so sorry to hear of Bernies passing. May God Bless and be with you now and always.”
“Liz, Bobby and I are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Liz I am so sorry about your loss, just remember my love and prayers are with you.”
” Liz, I am sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family. Big hug.”
“Liz,I knew Bernie mosly from woking at the Capitol Greenhouse. May God comfort you .”
“Liz, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Bernie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am only a phone call away. Let me know if you need anything. God will give you the strength to get through this hard time. Just remember Bernie will always be in your heart.”
“Liz and Family,Sorry to hear about the passing of Bernie.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Liz, I am sorry to learn of Bernie’s passing. He was a good man and our community certainly benefited from him living here. God Bless you as he has already blessed Bernie! “
“Liz and family. We are so sadden to hear of Bernie’s passing. He was such a good person to everyone and a good friend to us. We will miss him. May you find comfort in the days to come from your family and many friends.”
“”Our sincerest sympathy to all the family.””
“Liz & family, so sorry to hear of Bernie passing. He was always a friend to me. Thoughts and prayers are sent your way during this difficult time. sincerely…”
“Liz, we are so sorry to hear about Bernie. He will be truly missed. All our prayers and love. Norman, Brenda and Family”
“Liz, it was so good to spend some time with you each week during Mom’s hair appointments, on my recent visit to Maryland. I knew Bernie wasn’t feeling well when I was there, but I was so shocked to hear of his passing. I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you now and I know the many wonderful memories you have in your heart will help you though this most difficult time but also know your family, friends, and clients will also have you in their thoughts, prayers, and hearts, and that does help a lot. May God’s healing hands help bring peace and healing to your heart. It seems like you were just helping Gracie through her loss, and now I am sure she will be there helping you also. God Bless You Liz and again I am so very sorry. Audrey”
Liz and Family,
We were very sad to hear the new of Bernie passing! My the love of family and friends help ease you pain now and the hard days to come. You all are in our thoughts and prayers!
Tommy & Rose
Liz, Larry and family, I am so sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. I could always count on Bernie to flash that big smile and say hello whenever he saw me. He was also so good to Mom when he worked in DC. He knew how much she loved flowers and would bring them to her quite often. It always made her feel so special. I will keep all of you in my prayers during this difficult time. Cathy Williams
Liz and family very sorry to hear of Bernies passing thoughts and prayers to you at this sad time.
Liz and Family
OUR most sincere condolences on the loss of Bernie. This was such a shock thought he was doing well . We hope all your wonderful memories help ease your pain and the love and concern of your so many family members and friends .May God keep you close at heart and dry your tears.May God give you and your family peace and love.
Wayne and Joan
Liz, Bobby and I are so sorry for your loss. Hugs to you!
LIZ, VERY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF BERNIE,hE WAS A GREAT GUY. he will be missed. may he rest in peace.
To Liz & Family So sorry to hear the passing of Bernie He was a great person He will truly be missed by all My prayers and Blessing are with you in this time of sadness and May the Lord hold you in the Palm of his hand and give you Peace & comfort
To Bernie’s family, So very sorry for your loss. We knew each other since we were young our dads were best friends (Johnny Drury)I would only see Bernie once or twice a year in Leonardtown and he always called me by name. What a kind and gentle soul. Everyone will surely miss him.
Our sincerest sympathy to Bernie’s family and many friends. He was such so nice and we have known him for many years. May God bless him for his many good deeds and kindness to so many. Be assured of our thoughts and prayers.
I was just thinking of Bernie, so I looked him up hoping to make contact after many, many years. He was a good childhood friend. I’m sorry to hear of his passing. He was a very good person. I knew his grandmother, “Miss Janie”, to me, too. In fact, she was present when my father was born! Later, she worked for him at the Leonardtown Laundry before retiring. Sorry Bernie and I never got together again. I’ve lived out in California for many years.