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WOODFORD James R. Woodford, loving father, brother, uncle and son, age 48, of Columbus passed away on April 24, 2010. Jamie was a 26-year veteran of the United States Air Force. He served in Afghanistan and on a multitude of other missions in the service of his country. He was honored with the Joint Service Achievement Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal with a Bronze Star, and too many other honors and awards to list. He was fluent in several languages and used these skills extensively throughout his Air Force career. Jamie was proud of his service with high-level government agencies including the Pentagon. He was a small arms expert, and a National Rifle Association lifetime member. Jamie will be greatly missed, and forever loved and respected. The family will be having private services in Jamie's memory.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on May 5, 2010.

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E

April 24, 2025

Hey my Friend, Thinking of you on this day ;( As I said before, Gone too soon! Right around the corner is watermelon time.
Happier thoughts of you! <3 E

Beth

April 17, 2025

Coming up on April 24; after 15 years, it still stirs up a lot. You came to me in a dream recently, and were worried that we´ve become "disconnected" as of late. I woke up shouting, "Don´t worry, I will find you, I will find you!" And, of course, I shall, if it´s possible. I love you and still miss you, Brother.

E

July 29, 2024

Happy Birthday! Gone Too Soon But Loved A Lifetime! Love E

Moca McCarty

April 28, 2024

Don´t think that you´re not constantly on my mind because I haven´t come to this site in a while. I think of you every second of every day. The 14th anniversary of your leaving was just a few days ago. You are still loved.

Angela Bongiovanni

April 29, 2023

Thinking of you

E

April 30, 2022

Jamie <3 ,
`Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground´
XO´s <3 E

Beth

April 29, 2022

Still missing you 12 years later, brother! Wherever you are, I hope that you are well and happy

Rick

April 29, 2022

Missing you

E

April 29, 2022

Hey my Friend:) I have to say..April has the meaning of Loss and the beauty of Spring. You are remembered in April, when my Lilac blooms. You are loved and missed throughout the year. Always with Love, E

Moca

April 29, 2022

This has never gotten easier. My soul is permanently damaged for the lack of you. Even now, 12 years after, it´s as though very little time has passed in my heart. I mention you at least once and think of you almost constantly in my mind, every day. I miss you. I will always love you.

Beth

April 29, 2021

Thinking of you, Jamie--today and every day--until we meet again, know that I love you. xo

Logan Roy

April 29, 2019

Uncle Jamie brightened all the family gatherings and events with his presence. I'll always remember the one discussion we had at Aunt Beth's dinner table about Darth Maul. He was the only adult in the house that had even a slight grasp of Star Wars, and I thought that was so cool. I wish you could be here to meet all the new additions to the family, and even help me with my German. You are dearly missed.

E

July 30, 2014

Sorry the ? marks showed up on 7/29
I had emojis 'Heart E'

E

July 29, 2014

7/29/1961-4/24/2010 'Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground' ????

March 16, 2014

love you

March 16, 2014

Think of you often! xo

Moca

July 30, 2011

happy birthday jamie... it breaks my heart not to be able to call you. i had to smile when i heard 'kiss from a rose' by seal as i remember you loved that song. every song you either hated, loved, or didn't know. i remember your calling me your 'tiny dancer' from elton john's song. i'll always be your tiny dancer, sweetheart. i love you beyond always.

July 30, 2011

Thought of you all day yesterday! Miss you.

July 29, 2011

Wishes on Your Birthday

Jeremy Amborn

January 24, 2011

I was shocked to hear of Jamie's passing. I worked with him at the 94th and later on in Germany. He was one hell of a great guy, and will be missed.

January 2, 2011

We all have had a memorable Christmas and New Years wknd..You would of Laughed and Loved it :) The little ones are growing up and they put such a smile on my face! but, you already know that ;) We had snow on Christmas Day and you would of been right in the middle of the snowball fight! Wonderful thoughts of you, Love E

Fallon Roy

January 1, 2011

Happy New Year, Uncle Jamie! We miss and love you. XOXO Fal

January 1, 2011

Happy New Year, Jamie :) Here's to a better "year" if there is such a thing wherever you are. Much love and peace, B

November 30, 2010

Just checking in. Thinking of you as I do every day :) Grateful that we have such an AWESOME guardian angel. xoxo B

November 27, 2010

Hi Honey, Thinking of you this Thanksgiving weekend and you sure did Brighten up our Family visits :) I was looking at some of our Family pictures..my goodness..what a Handsome Brother :) XO ttyl E

Moca

October 28, 2010

Jamie, there is literally not a single second that goes by in which i don't think of you. I wish I could tell you so many things- i wish i could call you like i did before to tell you stupid little unimportant things that would so amuse you.

for all that we've been through and survived... you were always my friend and i was always yours. you saved my life a few times... how i wish i could have saved you. i know you are here... i feel your presence. i wish i could see your face and hear your voice again.

i loved you then, love you now, will always love you.

peace out yo... ;)

Guernica Borne

September 10, 2010

Jamie,
I'm shocked and saddend to learn of your passing. I will always remember you as my foil and nemisis at DLI, and will remember you, always.

July 30, 2010

Thought of you yesterday, as I do every day. Wherever you are I hope the linguine is as good as you made it here. Love you :)

July 29, 2010

James Robert...Remembering you poolside for your Birthday Celebration :) This Season just hasn't been the same without you! I would make Linguine w/clam sauce, but yours was the very best! why spoil perfection!! and watermelon for dessert :) You should see how much Love and Miss You's left behind & Many Thanks For Every Kind Word & Caring Thought! Well Honey..I'm gonna run..but I'm only a second of a thought away :) Love E

July 29, 2010

Happy Birthday 7am..Love Dad

June 19, 2010

Thinking of you. xoxo

Dr.Daniel Morgenstern

June 18, 2010

Jamie...I only knew you for a few months and quickly realized that I was in the company of a true hero and and a modern day warrior.We had many great conversations untill late into the evening and I will always miss you.Blessings to your family...so long my friend
Dr.Daniel Morgenstern

Lauri (Nauman) Scussel

June 7, 2010

My fond memories growing up together as first cousins was having Aunt Paulines great danes chase us around the basement and knock us down in the yard! Thank You for being a part of our family. I Love You...

Erin Richardson (Sarver)

June 4, 2010

I'd just heard from another fellow 94IS friend that Jamie has sadly gone from us. He was a wonderful man, loved our country and serving for her, and was absolutely in love with his daughter. May his soul find peace, and may the warmth of his love always live in Annika's heart.

AJ Nash

June 1, 2010

Jamie was a good friend and a good man. He was a true patriot. I am so sorry I was not able to be there for him. I loved him like a brother. Sadly, I took him for granted like one, too. He will be missed.

A.J. Nash

Jamie Cassel

May 28, 2010

Jamie, thank you for your service! You were such a wonderful person! I have many memories of our time together at the 94th! You are missed and loved! Prayers are with your family!

Kevin (Haji) Rodgers

May 27, 2010

Jamie,
You will be missed. I wish I knew your family better, but "our" family is the 94th IS. I care for you and cry for you, your loss is devastating to our core family. God Bless you and Take Care of You, my brother.. Haji, for the last time to you, "out".

Rick Basting

May 26, 2010

Jamie, we all have experienced a great loss. I am graetful that we shared similar military experiences. You are a warrior that requires us to keep your memory alive! Thank you for your sacrifice in military service! Not only do we have a family tie, but are brothers-in-arms and the family is weaker without you! Memorial day will be a more meaningful time of remembrance! I love you!

May 20, 2010

I wish I would have talked to you more. Miss and love you.

David D

May 18, 2010

Jamie: You were my son in all but last name, I love you and miss you and I am sorry I was not there for you in your times of anguish. You are forever in my heart and my soul.

May 17, 2010

Until we meet again and I'll bring my camera :) lol! Remembering you in a fast car and the Summer of 2000! We All had a Good time :) Daddy Dane says "Your Our Hero". I'll give you a shout when We come up for a visit with the Family :) I'll reserve your spot..because you always came over when I called! How Wonderful you were! X's & O's Forever & Always With Love E & Dane

Yeldez "Blondie" Rogers

May 16, 2010

You will be missed by all who loved you and your memory will be cherished.

May 16, 2010

Miss you b.w.

David Cooley

May 16, 2010

I wish we could have spent more time together so we would have known each other better!! You will be missed!!
Uncle Dave

Cheryl Rogers

May 15, 2010

Jamie, so sorry to hear of the world's loss. You were an awesome roommate to Greg and I , and you always had a wonderful smile. Much intelligence shown through your eyes, and much love for your family. We will keep Moca and your lovely daughter Anikka in our prayers.

betty herrod

May 15, 2010

jamie maybe we wasn't close in body but you was in my heart and mind. and will always.be.

May 14, 2010

In my thoughts and prayers, Angela.

Howie

May 14, 2010

You were a good friend and always there to lend a hand when I needed it. Hearing from you after a vulgar text always made me laugh. I hope you find what you're looking for and be sure to check in on everyone from time to time. You will be missed Brother Wood.

Moca McCarty (Woodford)

May 14, 2010

I love you, Jamie. I never stopped loving you. I know that you were in pain, but that doesn't stop me from wanting you here- if only there had been a way to help you heal... if only i could have helped you. I wanted you to be in peace. I just hoped you'd find it in this life. I wish you could have waited to see Anikka grow up... I wish I still had you in my life. I never wanted my life to be absent of you. I'm dying a little every day with the lack of you here. I want to believe that you are here with me but I can't call you, I can't hear your beautiful voice- I can't reach out to you, I can't hold you even as you'd have said that you didn't want to be held... I know that you did. You were someone I needed in my life and I still do. I miss you so much... I wish I could tell you. Nothing will ever bring you back and I will never recover. Sometimes I feel angry, often sad... but I will always love you. As I told you- now and beyond forever, I love you. You and I will meet again in the next life... and we will enjoy each other in it. I love you.

Beth

May 14, 2010

Peace be with you, Jamie. We love you and miss you.

William Tucker

May 14, 2010

You had a much larger impact on this world than you thought you did, and I hate that you're gone. We all love you.

Mindy Vail

May 13, 2010

Knew Jamie in grade school and had the biggest crush on him! Just reconnected with him last year on facebook. I hope you find comfort and peace....you will be truly missed.

May 13, 2010

We appreciate your service to our country.
Burk and Mary Jisa

Angela

May 13, 2010

We hope you have found your peace. We love you and miss you always.

Angiba, Samantha and Cruz.

Luciana Tucker

May 13, 2010

I've never met you, Jamie, but I felt how you'd be missed through the people that truly love you. Typing this message brings tears to my eyes, although I do hope that, wherever you are, your spirit can live peacefully and free of mundane demands and difficulties.

Berth

May 13, 2010

Keep your light shining for those of us you've gone ahead of, Jamie.

Johnny O

May 12, 2010

Jamie, you were a great friend and I will truly miss you. Into God's hands you will be safe.

Shannon Bostic

May 6, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

May 5, 2010

Thank you for your service to our country.

Blue Star Mothers
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Worthington/Columbus OH

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