Ernest Scott Woodard, Sr

RINGGOLD, LA - Funeral services for E. S. Woodard, known as "Big Scotty" to his family and "Scotty" to his friends, 92, of Ringgold, LA will be held Thursday, September 5, 2013 at 10:00 am in First United Methodist Church of Ringgold, LA. Interment will follow in Providence Cemetery in Ringgold with Rev. Bill Foster and Rev. Stephanie Kidd officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Rockett Funeral Home in Ringgold, LA from 5:00 - 8:00 pm.

A life-long resident of Bienville Parish, he was born August 9, 1921 in Ringgold, LA and passed away September 2, 2013 at his home. He was a 1938 graduate of Ringgold High School. Scotty went to John Brown University in Siloam Springs, AR and served in the United States Army for a short time.

He was very active in the farming community, raising cotton, beef and dairy cattle. Lately he had become involved with forestry and the gas and oil production. He and his family have been very active members of Ringgold First United Methodist Church for many, many years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, A. E. Woodard and Lottie Scott Woodard; his wife, Molly Bell Covey; daughter, Suzanne Huckaby; a grandson, Clay Huckaby; and a sister, Ruth Mitchell.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Larene Woodard of Ringgold, LA; son, Ernest Scott Woodard, Jr and his wife, Mary Claire Woodard of Sherman, TX; daughter, Stephanie Woodard of Phoenix, AZ;

grandchildren, Cecilia Ann DeToye of Sherman, TX, Michelle Huckaby Lewis of Great Falls, VA, Ernest Scott Woodard III of Alabaster, AL, Alfred Ernest Woodard II of Covington, LA, Christopher Finn Woodard of San Antonio, TX, Kristen Cottrell Allen of San Antonio, TX, Lauren Tingle Richardson of Bossier City, LA and Mollie Cottrell of Phoenix, AZ; seven great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers will be Ernest Scott Woodard III, Alfred Ernest Woodard II, Christopher Finn Woodard, Scott Richardson, Christian Lane, and Tyler Woodard. Honorary Pallbearers will be Buddy Light, Marion Leshe, Randall Weems, James Bogan, Enyart Mitchell, and Bro. James Nailes.

The family would like to especially thank his nephew, Bob Mitchell for taking care of him and Delitha Huckabay for her professional services and loving care. They would also like to thank James and Helen Bogan, Becky Thornton, Lanora Nailes, Amy Bogan, and Lindsey Gray.

Memorials may be made to Ringgold First United Methodist Church or Christus Hospice of Shreveport, LA.

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Published by Shreveport Times from Sep. 3 to Sep. 5, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Ernest Woodard

10 Entries

Allie Mae Hullaby, Caroline Hullaby-James & Family

September 5, 2013

To the Woodard Family:
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Penny Hardey

September 5, 2013

Dear Woodard Family, My prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow. Your dad was a fine man, and will be missed in all the areas he was active in. Woodardville will always be his..

Martin Alford

September 5, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Shari Crowder (Sanders)

September 4, 2013

So sorry for the family's loss. I loved staying with Stephanie, Mr. Scotty and Ms. Molly when I was in grade school. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Leisa Harrison

September 3, 2013

Scotty was a fantastic person & friend. Our community will always remember him for his stories of the past and his giving heart to those in need. I'll miss your kind smile.
In Christ,
Leisa Harrison

September 3, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I remember your dad and grandfather from my childhood. Very generous man.

Karen Boyet Ferland
Kansas City, MO

For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud

September 3, 2013

The Final Salute

“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.

This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Ernest (Scotty) Woodard, Sr. our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Scotty. And to Scotty it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Army. Scotty, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, Generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Scotty's family and loved ones.

Bobby L. Williams, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

James Mazariz, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

Lisa Conly Cronin

September 3, 2013

My mom, Pat, reminded me that Mr. Scotty came over early on the morning my dad , Kenneth Conly, died to see if we needed help milking the cows. My dad died 37 years ago today.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Janet (Hohmann Crook

September 3, 2013

Stephanie, I was sorry to read about your dad's passing...Pray that God will give you strength, peace and comfort in the coming days.....

Mollie Cottrell

September 2, 2013

I love you Big Scott. Thank you for being a wonderful grandfather, mentor, and friend. You taught me so many valuable life lessons and the true meaning of "family". You will be missed by many, and loved forever.

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