Elisabeth Godfrey

ELISABETH A. GODFREY Rochester - Elisabeth Adena Godfrey, 44, of 13 Allen St., Rochester, died suddenly on March 2, 2010, at the home of her parents, following years of declining health. Elisabeth was born July 18, 1965, the eldest child of Robert and Judith Godfrey. Elisabeth attended Rochester schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She briefly worked in the Chancellor's Office at UNH before her marriage. Although her complicated and debilitating health problems precluded her pursuing the university education she desired, she was a life-long lover of learning; her reading was wide, her conversation was intelligent and insightful, her wit was delightful, and her talent as a raconteur enlivened many family gatherings. She appreciated a wide range of art and music, had a lovely singing voice and was a talented pianist with a sensitive musical touch. Her passion for collecting new recipes led to her becoming an excellent cook. Elisabeth married, and lived with her husband and their daughter- to whom she was devoted - in South Carolina and England before moving to Derry, NH, where the family lived for twelve years. Following their divorce in 2008, Elisabeth returned to Rochester to live. A life-long member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elisabeth is survived by her parents, Robert and Judith Godfrey of Rochester; her former husband and dearest friend, Adam Pouliot of Nashua; her daughter, Alexandra Pouliot and her fiancé, Cale Allen, both of Nashua; her grandson, Damien Pouliot of Nashua; her brother, Benjamin Godfrey and his wife Alicia of Erie, PA, and her sister, Susannah (Cait) Godfrey of Farmington; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.. Family flowers only. Those wishing to make memorial donations in Elisabeth's name may donate to The Smile Train, ATTN Memorial Donations, PO Box 96231, Washington, DC 20090. Calling hours will be held Friday 6-8 at the R.M. Edgerly & Son Funeral Home, 86 South Main St, Rochester NH 03867 Funeral services will be held Saturday at 10 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Tates Brook Rd, Somersworth NH. Burial will be in the family plot in the Exeter Cemetery.