Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Grandpa Woodward 1925 ~ 2011

My sweet Grandpa Woodward passed away on Sunday evening. I was so glad I went to see him that morning and kiss him goodbye and tell him how much I loved him. My Grandma & Grandpa were married for 64 years...her heart is broken. When I got there on Sunday morning, she wouldn't let go of his hand. Grandpa was quite a guy...Served in WWII on the USS Enterprise, incredible athlete, teacher, and grandpa. I have so many wonderful, and funny memories of him. He will be missed! This is the first of my grandparents to pass away, and it has been such a great blessing to know them in my adult years, and to have them know my children. 

 Building tables for his grandchildren. Such a keepsake.
 In his Marine uniform.

 Grandma & Grandpa

On my grandparents wedding day....64 years ago. 

1925 ~ 2011
Jim passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 13, 2011 in Salt Lake City. He was born June 21, 1925 to Charles S. and Marion Woodward. Graduated from East High. Joined the Marines in 1943, serving in the Pacific on the USS Enterprise receiving five Battle Stars. Graduated from the University of Utah with Masters Degree. Mens Student President, member Phi Kappa Alpha, Skull and Bones, Owl and Key, Beehive Honor Societies, U of U National Championship 1947 Basketball Team, State Handball Champ, All Church Golf Champ. Champion in sports and many peoples lives. Married Marsy Hall in the Salt Lake Temple, 1947. Head Basketball and Golf Coach at Skyline High School. Master woodworker making beautiful furniture for his entire family. Went to Jacksonville, Florida on a mission with Marsy. Faithful High Priest serving in many capacities. Never quit coaching, smiling and never complained.
Jim is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marsy; three children James H. (Carolyn), Jamey (Gary) Toomb, and Chris (Heidi); sister Marion and brother Ralph; 13 Grandchildren, and 29 Great-Grandchildren.
Preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and a sister.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 17, at 11:00 a.m. at the Big Cottonwood Stake Center, 1750 East Spring Lane. Family and Friends may call on Wednesday evening from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East 1300 South, and again one hour prior to the services at the church.

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2 comments:

Josette said...

i am so sorry for your loss, liz. he seems like quite the guy. i love love all of those pictures. very cool that he was on the utes championship team.

Melissa said...

What an awesome tribute. So sorry for your loss. Even though we know they are in a better place it's such a hard reality. Thinking of you and your family.