Obit of Woods, Donald E. - Alfalfa County, Oklahoma Submitted by: Gene Phillips 25 Sep 2005 Return to Alfalfa County Archives: http://www.usgwarchives.net/ok/alfalfa/alfalfa.html ========================================================================== USGENWEB NOTICE Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm ========================================================================== Woods, Donald E. Donald E., beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, died August 7, 2005 at the age of 73 surrounded by those who loved him dearly. He was born April 1, 1932 to A. Jay and Millie (Barrows) Woods in Aline, OK. Donald graduated from Aline High School and continued his education until his graduation in 1956 from the University of Oklahoma where his love of Sooner football began. He married Jessie Marie Elliott March 17, 1956 in Aline, OK. To this marriage were born five children, Ron, Marla, Paul, Cynthia, and Lisa. He is survived by two sons, Ron and wife Belinda and Paul and wife Cindy, all of Yukon; three daughters, Marla Fisher and husband Tom of Oklahoma City, Cynthia Woods of Wichita Falls, TX, and Lisa Culliton and husband Edward of Overland Park, KS; a brother, Jay Woods and wife Dena of Arlington, TX; a sister, Alemeda Smith of Norman, OK; thirteen grandchildren-Danny, Joshua, Justin, Erin, Kimberly, Tisha, Brooke, Jessica, Tyler, Brett, Cale, Christopher, and Beatrice; and three great grandchildren-Blake, Joseph, and Daniel. He was preceded in death by his wife of 34 years, Jessie; his mother, Millie; his father, A.J.; a brother, Jimmy; and two sisters, Edith and Rose Mary. Donald served 34 years as a civilian employee at Tinker Air Force Base, Midwest City, where he gained much respect and many friends. His unforgettable smile, encompassing hugs and sense of humor made a multitude of fond memories for those who knew him. His love for his family and unending generosity will leave a large void in the lives of many. We will miss you Daddy! The funeral service will be at 10 AM, Friday, August 12, 2005 at the Aline United Methodist Church, Aline, OK. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations in Donald's memory be made to the charity of your choice. Published in The Oklahoman from 8/9/2005 - 8/11/2005. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Return to Alfalfa County Archives: http://www.usgwarchives.net/ok/alfalfa/alfalfa.html