Godlien, Eric Wesley

September 25, 1952 -
February 10, 2022

With broken hearts and an empty saddle, we announce the passing of Eric Wesley Godlien on February 10, 2022. Eric was born on September 25, 1952 in Invermere, BC to Ray and Lillian Godlien. Eric grew up in Wilmer with his predeceased older brother Gerry (Patsy) and older sister Carol (Mark).

Eric left us on his terms and his way after a courageous 6 year uphill battle with cancer. He was a true mountain man and horseman to the core. His love of the outdoors took him into some of the most picturesque and rugged mountains in BC and the Yukon. Eric made friends everywhere he went. There wasn’t anything Eric couldn’t do or figure out how to do. An electrician by trade, he also spent time as a logger, trapper, guide outfitter, rancher and fencing contractor. He was a husband, father, grandpa, uncle and best friend to so many. Eric had a way of telling stories that made everyone stop and listen. He had incredible life adventures.

He was a proud man who looked after his family and had an incredible bond and innate ability to communicate with his horses, mules and dogs. It was truly magic to see first hand.

The family would like to express their most sincere gratitude for the exceptional care and compassion provided by Dr. Mannheimer and Dr. Geddes. They worked miracles and gave Eric 6 more years with his family. Dr. Maslowska, the nurses in Home Care, the Acute/ER and lab went above and beyond for Eric always with a smile and laugh making his visits a lot more tolerable.

Eric will be deeply missed by his family. He leaves to mourn, his wife, Irene (Pat) Godlien, his son Micky (Teena), granddaughters Jessica and Rachael Godlien, his sister-in-law Sandi Ruault (David Fuller), Cody (Kristi), Shane (Sarah), many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Eric reunites with his son Lawrence, who most certainly greeted him with a cold beer and a “whoop, whoop!!!

A small family gathering to celebrate Erics’ incredible life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Hospice Society or Ladies Auxiliary.

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