Margaret Elaine

"Midge" Godin

A t 77 years of age, Margaret passed away unexpectedly in the emergency department of the Whidden Memorial Hospital after being stricken in her home.  Born and raised in Chelsea she was the beloved daughter of the late George and Margaret (Farrell) Chamberlain. She attended local schools and was graduated from St. Rose High School.  She was married to Joseph A. Godin, Jr and together raised their family of six children.  She had worked briefly outside of her home but remained extremely dedicated to home and family.   For many years Margaret  "Midge" resided with her family in the Bellingham/Shawmut St neighborhood. Many neighborhood children would affectionately call her "Ma" or "Midge" as she loved and cared for all children.   In her lifetime Midge most enjoyed shopping and providing for her grandchildren and keeping her home exceptionally clean and healthy for her tender loving family.  She is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years; Joseph A. Godin, Jr. of Everett and she was the devoted mother of Jay Godin, Theresa Mallet and her husband Daniel, all of Everett, Cheryl Hanson and her husband Arne of SC, Gerry Godin and his wife Brigid of Billerica, Margaret Godin of Woburn, and Laura Godin of Berwick ME.  Dear sister of George Chamberlain of Saugus.  She is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

ARRANGEMENTS:  Visiting Hours will be held from the Welsh Funeral Home 718 Broadway CHELSEA on Thursday September 19 from 4:00 PM to 7:15 PM immediately followed by a prayer service at 7:30 PM in the funeral home.  Relatives and friends are most kindly invited to attend.  Committal will be private.  Funeral home fully handicap accessible, ample parking opposite funeral home.