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Gordon Ralph Woody, Jr.
Gordon Ralph Woody, Jr., 78, of 34 Old Farm Road, died Thursday, January 6, 2011 at his residence.
Born on May 14, 1932 in Danville, he was a son of the late Virginia Ayers Woody and Gordon Ralph Woody, Sr.
He graduated from the University of Virginia with honors in 1954, where he was a member of the Seven Society, and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Dental School in 1961. He was a veteran having served in the United States Navy from 1954 - 1956 as a Gunnery Officer Lieutenant J.G. on the USS Intrepid.
In 1959 he married the former Jeanne Craig Gibson, who survives at the home, at First Methodist Church in Roanoke Rapids, NC.
He started his Orthodontist practice in Danville in 1961 and retired in 1996. He was a Scout Master with the Boy Scouts, a member of the Rotary Club, a golfer, and a long time member of the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany where he served in many roles.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by five children, Gordon Ralph Woody, III and his wife Susan, of Annapolis, MD, Blair Gibson Woody and his wife Trudy, of Locust Grove, VA, Craig Woody Hatz and her husband Tom, of Ashland, VA, James Ayers Woody and his wife Gwen, of Boca Raton, FL, and Stuart Magill Woody and his wife Winnie, of Princeton, NJ; twelve grandchildren, Austin, Maddie, Dillan, Blair Jr., Christina, Jud, Allie, Ashworth, Caitlin, Ben, Logan, and Gill; a sister, Marie Harris and her husband Dr. Stuart Harris, of Lynchburg, VA; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM, Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, with the Reverend Samuel Colley-Toothaker officiating. Interment will be at 2:00 PM, on the Woody Family Farm, 2528 Fruitridge Road, Penhook, VA. Military honors will be presented by the American Legion Dan River Post 1097 and the Virginia Army National Guard Honor Guard. A reception will follow from 5 - 7 PM at the residence, 34 Old Farm Road.
The family will receive friends on Monday, January 10, 2011 at Townes Funeral Home from 7 - 8:30 PM.
The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Alzheimer's Association, PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011, or to the Church of the Epiphany, 781 Main Street, Danville, VA 24541.
Townes Funeral Home & Crematory, 215 West Main Street, is serving the Woody family. www.townesfuneralhome.com Sign the guestbook online at www.GoDanRiver.com
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Memories and Condolences
for GORDON WOODY
Leslie Frix Ash
January 20, 2011
Gordon,
My thoughts, love, and prayers are with you and the entire family.
Love, Leslie
Maria Roulidis-Biggs
January 14, 2011
Dr. Woody was such a nice person. May God bless his family during this time. We will all miss him so much.
Sincerely,
Maria and Byron Biggs
January 12, 2011
I was one of Gordon's first paients when he took over from Dr. Gosney in 1961. We played golf every Wednesday for 40 years. It is hard to believe he is gone. Bobbye Raye and I are thinking about his loved ones know what you have been through these last few years.
I have so many memories of Gordon. He was such a friend and partner. Two that stand out are: On a hot summer afternoon at the Danville Golf Club Gordon shot a 69(one under par). It was one of the finest rounds I have ever seen. On another occassion at Virginia Beach he had a hole in one with a shot that never got more than a few inches off the ground.I am going to miss you partner. You will always be my partner Zan and Bobbye Raye Womack
January 11, 2011
Horace, my husband and I are saddened to hear of the passing of Gordon. I have fond memories of Gordan visiting my parents, Claude and Leona Gilbert Williams. As a young man he loved visiting our farm in the Climax community to hunt. He, always arrived dressed in his hunting clothes and always left with game. We were also blessed to visit with him, his father and mother at Grandmother Gilbert's home. Blessings & Love, Jackie & Horace Towler (Ambler, Pennsylvania)
Barbara Johnson Krein
January 11, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the Woody Family.
Barbara Johnson Krein, granddaughter to Laura Woody Gilbert..
Randy Flanagan
January 11, 2011
Gordon III and Family. My deepest sympathy for your loss of Dr. Woody. Great memories of our poker games and the pistachios - we laughed so much at the green fingers and the fact that Mr. Woody took such pleasure in the comraderie and taking our nickels - teaching the Dad way. Peace be with you all - miss you.
Randy
Nancy Obrock
January 11, 2011
Condolences to family.
Nancy Obrock
Maiden name Johnson, grandmother was Gilbert
January 11, 2011
We were so saddened to hear of Gordon's/Dr. Woody's death. We are thinking of you and so wishing we could have been there with you today. The Woody family is so very near and dear to us and you all have been in our thoughts and prayers. We will always cherish many fond family memories together.
With much love,
The Amend, Wilburn, and Smith families
Lee Ayers
January 11, 2011
Our deepest sympathy for your loss of a truly wonderful man, who aspired to so much, and inspired so many.
"Remember me when I am gone away, Gone far away into the silent land, When you can no more hold me by the hand, Yet if you should forget me for a while, And afterwards remember, do not grieve: For if the darkness and corruption leave, A vestige of the thoughts that once I had, Better by far you should forget and smile, Than that you should remember and be sad." Christina Rossetti
- Lee and Amanda Ayers
January 11, 2011
He was a kind gentleman. Condolences to his wonderful family. Sandra-Lee Zahrn
January 11, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Dr. Woody's family,through the years Blair has remained close to our hearts.
Bob and Norma Martin
Tracy Turner Swanson
January 11, 2011
Dr. Woody- Thank you for my smile.
Billy Roulidis
January 10, 2011
I was very sorry to hear about your loss. I grew up with your family and Dr. Woody was a really great man.
Connie Harris
January 10, 2011
Jamie and I are so sorry for the loss of your dear father. Our prayers are with you all.
January 10, 2011
I knew Gordon well from the 6th to the 9th grade. We did all the things young boys do--Boy Scouts--paper drives--a carnival for younger kids, camp outs and hikes, summer camp. I'm proud to have known him. Please accept my condolences.
Clyde Eanes, Laurel, Md. and Decatur, Texas.
January 10, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Dr. Woody's family. His son Gordon has regaled us with many wonderful stories about his father. May your happy memories diminish your grief.
Mary and Ted McClanahan
Kim Mercanti
January 10, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lucia & Ronnie Waters
January 10, 2011
Our sincere condolences to you,Jeanne, and the rest of the family.
Derrell Wyatt
January 10, 2011
I offer my prayers and sincerest condolences. Blessing to you and your family.
Marentha Moore
January 10, 2011
"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal." Your Father, grandfather is at rest now. Take comfort in knowing that he made a difference in the world and to all who loved him! God bless you all!
Fritz Rauhala
January 10, 2011
I offer my prayers and sincerest condolences. Hold strongly your fond memories of this good family man.
Bondara Buckner
January 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during your time of sorrow. God bless you all.
January 9, 2011
We have many fond memories of good old High School days with Gordon, and always knew that he would turn out to be a true Southern gentleman. Best wishes to his entire family. Opal Johnson Mullins and Pat Gauldin Martin
John and Carissa Hyatt
January 9, 2011
To the Woody Family,
Our hearts are with you during this tough time. Mr. Woody will be missed by many and remembered by all...God Bless and Semper Fidelis...
Dianna Adams
January 9, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
January 9, 2011
To The Woody Family,
So sorry to hear of Gordon's passing. He was an amazing man, always with a smile on his face. Hope there will be an "old yellow" up in heaven when he hits those georgeous fairways.
Brady, Cricket, Lacy and Nicole Gibson
January 8, 2011
James and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your father. May God Be with You all during this sad time and always. Take care.
Phil Helgerson
January 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Slim Lockerman
January 8, 2011
I am really sorry to learn of Gordons death. We spent many hours collecting bugs and watching birds. I will miss that. Slim Lockerman
January 8, 2011
To our dearest Father--we love you and miss you so much--we're heartbroken to not have you here but we know you're in God's hands and at peace. Enjoy heaven Dad, where the stocks only go up, where dividends are always high and paid, where beer is "almost frozen" all the time--and where the birds fly low enough to be easily identified as juvenile or adult......thanks for all you did for us through the years in ways you don't even know. You are in our hearts always--each and every day. Much Love Win, Stuart, and Gill.
Sandbridge Beach, VA 2007 - Best Vacation Ever
Woody Grandkids
January 8, 2011
James Woody
January 8, 2011
With deepest love and respect, we will all miss you Dad. Love James and the FL Woodys
Granddad, we will miss you! Your legacy continues...
Woody Grandkids
January 8, 2011
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