Former bishop and priest: Pastor Dr. Eric Godet dies at the age of 81

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The article reports on the late Pastor Dr. Eric Godet, who died on November 4, 2025 at the age of 81.

Der Artikel berichtet über den verstorbenen Pfarrer Dr. Eric Godet, der am 4. November 2025 im Alter von 81 Jahren starb.
The article reports on the late Pastor Dr. Eric Godet, who died on November 4, 2025 at the age of 81.

Former bishop and priest: Pastor Dr. Eric Godet dies at the age of 81

On November 4, 2025, the Catholic Church suffered an important loss: Pastor i. R. Dr. Eric Godet has died at the age of 81. The Paris native, who was born on June 13, 1944, leaves behind a remarkable career that has influenced many community members and colleagues. He was ordained a priest on December 1, 2001, and soon afterwards began his active time in Germany, where from August 1, 2002 he worked in the parishes of St. Marien in Berlin-Karlshorst and Zum Guten Hirten in Berlin-Friedrichsfelde.

Dr. Godet completed his doctorate in 2004, another milestone in his work. He was also appointed pastor on January 15, 2011. He spent his chaplaincy from May 2007 to January 2008 in St. Joseph in Greifswald and then from February 2008 to January 2014 in St. Bonifatius in Berlin-Kreuzberg. Before retiring on February 1, 2014, he also worked in the library of the Redemptoris Mater seminary.

Return to Paris and say goodbye

For health reasons, Dr. Godet returns to Paris in 2023. His death on November 4, 2025 came as no surprise, even though he led an active and committed life. The details of his requiem and his burial in Paris will be announced by the Archdiocese of Berlin, which many of his companions and parishioners had to note with regret.

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Dr. Godet will be remembered in his communities and beyond as a dedicated and passionate minister. His mark will continue in the hearts of many people who were lucky enough to know him.