Arthur Sidney Goddard

Arthur Sidney Goddard was born in North Sydney on 22 Aug 1916, the son of Herbert Arthur Sidney Goddard (1877-1947) and Euphemia Swadling (1880-1970).

Arthur married Rita Sneddon on 24th April 1942 at Christ Church Cathedral, Lavender Bay NSW.

Shortly afterwards, Arthur enlisted in the Australian Army, serving from 24 Jul 1942 - 20 Dec 1945. His time in the Army included service in the 1 Australian Field Censorship Company with time spent in Bougainville, Adelaide River and Darwin.

Arthur and Rita had three children - Ian (1943-), Noel (1947-) and Edwin (1950-1975).

Arthur suffered from lung cancer later in life and died from his illness on 9th March 1973.