Elena M. Goddard, 91
Dateline: Mansfield, MA
Elena M “Ellie” (Morini) Goddard, age 91, a lifelong resident of Mansfield, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family on Monday, October 31, 2022. She was the beloved wife of the late Raymond E. Goddard, to whom she was wed for sixty-six years at the time of his death on August 8, 2018.
Ellie was born at home on North Main Street in Mansfield on August 11, 1931 to the late Silvio & Jessimina (Romano) Morini.
She was a 1949 graduate of Mansfield High School. She was secretary of her class and remained in close contact with her classmates throughout her life. Ellie enjoyed organizing the reunions and in later years, having yearly luncheons with them.
Ellie received her certification in Radiology Technology in Boston and was employed at Sturdy Memorial Hospital. She ventured to England in May 1952 to marry Ray as he was stationed there during the Korean Conflict until returning home to Mansfield in 1954.
She was a lifelong communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Mansfield, a member of the Catholic Woman’s Club, and a Eucharist Minister. She was a woman of deep faith and dedication to caring for those in need. Her passion was always helping those less fortunate and caring for the elderly. In 1979, she was trained as a volunteer at one of the first Hospices at Southwood Community Hospital. She helped countless families and patients find peace and comfort during their hardest days.
Ellie’s artistic talents were expressed in her beautiful gardens, growing herbs, flowers, and vegetables at their home in Mansfield. Ellie and Ray were owners of Ray’s Dry Cleaners in Wrentham from 1962 to 2000. The family she and Ray raised brought her the most joy.
She will be missed by her children, Kathleen Goddard of Las Vegas, Nevada, Elaine Goddard of Plymouth, Gail and Mike Achin of North Attleboro, Gary Goddard of Ft Lauderdale, Florida and Susan and Robert Jean of Mansfield. She was the cherished Nonnie of Robert and Angela Adams, Raygan & Anthony DeCarlo, Patrick and Shaun McManus, Benjamin and Ashley Achin, Danielle Achin and Fiancé Tom Brissette, Zachary and Susan Achin, Christine & Luc Robitaille, Ryan Goddard, Daniel and Taylor Jean, Jessimina Jean & Fiancé Dallas O’Brien, and Abigail Jean. Loving Mama Nonnie to 19 great grandchildren. She will be truly missed by her devoted siblings, Michelina “Mickey Fournier and her late husband Eugene Fournier of Mansfield and Mario and Sandra Morini of Falmouth, as well as her loving nieces and nephews.
During her long journey, she taught all of those around her the true value of Hospice care and that you can live your best life with the care Hospice provides. She truly received the benefits of being able to stay at home and far out lived all of her family’s expectations. With the guidance of Hospice, Ellie’s family was able to keep her comfortable and surrounded with love, music, laughter, and tears until the very end.
Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend visiting hours on Sunday, November 6th from 4:00-7:00 P.M. at the Sherman & Jackson Funeral Home, 55 North Main Street, Mansfield.
Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, November 7th at 11:00 A.M. in Saint Mary’s Church, 330 Pratt Street (Route 106) Mansfield. Burial will follow at Saint Mary’s Cemetery in Mansfield.
In lieu of flowers, Ellie’s family has requested that donations in her memory be made to Hope Hospice, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904
To send her family a message of condolence, please visit www.shermanjackson.com
Dateline: Mansfield, MA
Elena M “Ellie” (Morini) Goddard, age 91, a lifelong resident of Mansfield, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family on Monday, October 31, 2022. She was the beloved wife of the late Raymond E. Goddard, to whom she was wed for sixty-six years at the time of his death on August 8, 2018.
Ellie was born at home on North Main Street in Mansfield on August 11, 1931 to the late Silvio & Jessimina (Romano) Morini.
She was a 1949 graduate of Mansfield High School. She was secretary of her class and remained in close contact with her classmates throughout her life. Ellie enjoyed organizing the reunions and in later years, having yearly luncheons with them.
Ellie received her certification in Radiology Technology in Boston and was employed at Sturdy Memorial Hospital. She ventured to England in May 1952 to marry Ray as he was stationed there during the Korean Conflict until returning home to Mansfield in 1954.
She was a lifelong communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Mansfield, a member of the Catholic Woman’s Club, and a Eucharist Minister. She was a woman of deep faith and dedication to caring for those in need. Her passion was always helping those less fortunate and caring for the elderly. In 1979, she was trained as a volunteer at one of the first Hospices at Southwood Community Hospital. She helped countless families and patients find peace and comfort during their hardest days.
Ellie’s artistic talents were expressed in her beautiful gardens, growing herbs, flowers, and vegetables at their home in Mansfield. Ellie and Ray were owners of Ray’s Dry Cleaners in Wrentham from 1962 to 2000. The family she and Ray raised brought her the most joy.
She will be missed by her children, Kathleen Goddard of Las Vegas, Nevada, Elaine Goddard of Plymouth, Gail and Mike Achin of North Attleboro, Gary Goddard of Ft Lauderdale, Florida and Susan and Robert Jean of Mansfield. She was the cherished Nonnie of Robert and Angela Adams, Raygan & Anthony DeCarlo, Patrick and Shaun McManus, Benjamin and Ashley Achin, Danielle Achin and Fiancé Tom Brissette, Zachary and Susan Achin, Christine & Luc Robitaille, Ryan Goddard, Daniel and Taylor Jean, Jessimina Jean & Fiancé Dallas O’Brien, and Abigail Jean. Loving Mama Nonnie to 19 great grandchildren. She will be truly missed by her devoted siblings, Michelina “Mickey Fournier and her late husband Eugene Fournier of Mansfield and Mario and Sandra Morini of Falmouth, as well as her loving nieces and nephews.
During her long journey, she taught all of those around her the true value of Hospice care and that you can live your best life with the care Hospice provides. She truly received the benefits of being able to stay at home and far out lived all of her family’s expectations. With the guidance of Hospice, Ellie’s family was able to keep her comfortable and surrounded with love, music, laughter, and tears until the very end.
Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend visiting hours on Sunday, November 6th from 4:00-7:00 P.M. at the Sherman & Jackson Funeral Home, 55 North Main Street, Mansfield.
Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, November 7th at 11:00 A.M. in Saint Mary’s Church, 330 Pratt Street (Route 106) Mansfield. Burial will follow at Saint Mary’s Cemetery in Mansfield.
In lieu of flowers, Ellie’s family has requested that donations in her memory be made to Hope Hospice, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904
To send her family a message of condolence, please visit www.shermanjackson.com
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