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In 1982, Chip fell in love and married Linda, his friend since childhood. His career led him through managing Morrison's restaurants before eventually owning establishments of his own. Returning to his roots in Frisco City, he found joy in the ownership of a cozy drive-in, reconnecting with lifelong friends and having the time of his life serving up cherished memories alongside some of the best eats in town.
The final chapter of his life unfolded in Memphis, TN, where Chip, surrounded by family, made friends with everyone he met and cared for all those around him. He loved cooking, Auburn football, studying history and his Bible, reminiscing, extending a helping hand to others, and cherishing moments spent with family and friends. Chip was a remarkable husband, father, grandfather, mentor, and friend until his last day on earth. He is now at peace, cradled in the arms of his Heavenly Father.
Chip is survived by his wife, Linda Sawyer Woods, daughters Amber Leigh (Derek) Thacker and Barclay (Thomas) Erdman, son Hayden Woods, brother Ted (John Carter) Woods, grandchildren Noah, Aubrey, Chloe, Eason, and Addeline, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Saturday, December 30, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at Monroe Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Mark McCullough officiating. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery in Frisco City, Ala. Visitation for friends and family will be held Saturday from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. at Monroe Chapel Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers or gifts, please make a donation to Regional One Health Foundation in Memory of John Clifton Woods. Funds will be in support of his daughter, Dr. Amber Thacker and her CTD-associated interstitial lung disease research.
Your memorial donation may be made online here: https://www.regionalonehealth.org/foundation/change-a-life-donate-today/
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Or you can mail your memorial donation to:
Regional One Health Foundation
877 Jefferson Avenue
Memphis, TN 38103
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