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John Woolery Obituary

John Russell Woolery, 75, passed away on November 12, 2022 in Virginia Beach, VA. John was born in Sedalia, MO to John Richard and Marjorie Bolch Woolery. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; son, Weston Drew; sister, Jan Powell; stepdaughters, Krystle Woodward and Kelley Russell (Jon); and grandchildren, Nolan and Marlin Woolery, Lena Woodward, and Luke Russell.

John was a 1965 graduate of Princess Anne High School and a 1969 graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute. He retired after 34 years with Norfolk Southern Railroad. John enjoyed spending time with family and friends, playing golf, and watching football.

A celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, November 17, 2022 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Venue 1225, 5300 Kemps River Drive, Suite 126, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. Condolences may be offered at www.vacremationsociety.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 16, 2022.

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Larry sylvester

November 16, 2022

John was a great friend and co worker.we played a lot golf together among other activities. Wish I could have been around to visit with him one more time.

Jane Smith

November 16, 2022

My sincere condolences to all of you. John was a great guy. I remember standing up at his wedding to Nancy. RIP

Drew

November 16, 2022

I love you, dad. We miss you so much. I know you're still watching every breath I take and that makes me smile.

DT5

November 16, 2022

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Please take comfort in the words found at 2nd Thessalonians 2:16,17.

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