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George Woodin Obituary
George was "Mr. Wrestling"/Tim Woods, a professional wrestler for 22 years. He was a two-time NAAU Champion, a member of the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame, and had been inducted into the International Wrestling Institute and Museum in Newton, Iowa. Mr. Woodin held many national amateur wrestling titles. Recently, he managed a consulting business in Charlotte and held several patents dealing with air conditioning, heating and refrigeration. Mr. Woodin also worked with photo restoration and had participated in charity events to raise money for worthwhile organizations.
Mr. Woodin is survived by his wife of 39 years, Joan Woodin, son Wesley W. Woodin and daughter Wendy Brantley and her husband Everett, all of Charlotte; brother, Royal H. Woodin of Atlanta, GA; and sister, Dubby Osborne of West Monroe, LA.
A "Celebration of Life" memorial service will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center at Central Church of God, 5301 Sardis Road at Randolph Road, Charlotte, NC.
In lieu of flowers memorials should be sent to Matt Greene Golf Classic, P.O. Box 4161, Greensboro, NC 27404-4161 to benefit the American Diabetes Association.
Carolina Funeral & Cremation Center is entrusted with the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Woodin
Bob Harris
December 18, 2002
Even though I have been in broadcasting for 35 years, I find it difficult to express my feelings in the loss of my friend Tim. The past ten years of his friendship have been great. Even his passing will not remove those feelings from my life. "The Tour", our spring and summer charity golf outings, will never be the same. Tim truly cared about others and tried to find a way to make life's bumpy road a little smoother for those less fortunate. His big ole smile and wonderful sense of humor will never be replaced. I miss you, my friend. Rest in peace. And, may your drives be long and straight, your putts always true, and may you always be 'under par' on that Heavenly golf course.
To Tygre, Wes and Wendy...you'll always be in my prayers and thoughts.
John Hinkle
December 9, 2002
To the Woodin family:
Growing up in Georgia in the 70's, Tim Wood showed me the difference between good & evil, right & wrong. In a day when it is hard for kids to find a hero - I had mine in Mr. Wrestling.
Rev. John Hinkle, Jr.
Ralph McLeod
December 4, 2002
I knew Tim for only 12 years. I got to know him through his business but we became friends. I understand that that's what happened with most of his customers...they became his friends. I will miss him and his constant smile.
Keven Casey
December 4, 2002
growing up in richmond virginia, i watched men such as mr. wrestling tim woods on mid-atlantic championship wrestling. i later became a part of pro-wrestling and got to meet tim after playing in many celebrity golf tournaments. he was truely a man's man and one of integrity and honesty. it was my priviledge to know him! it is the worlds loss and heavens gain. rest in peace mr. wrestling, and may God bless, and give strength to your family.
Stu & Bonnie Schwartz
December 4, 2002
Our deepest sympathy to all the Woods family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Tim was an exceptional man,we are proud to have known him in wrestling and as a friend.I will miss his funny stories and inspirational Emails. God Bless you all in this time of sorrow. Our Love,Bonnie & Stu
Chris Copelen
December 4, 2002
He served his public and served his peers...Now, he will serve his Lord. What a blessed testimony. Our loss is Heaven's gain...
Bill Kaffenberger
December 3, 2002
Tim "Mr. Wrestling" Woods was probably my favorite wrestler from the great years of Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling. The fact that he was also a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ was an added blessing. To me, he always epitomized a gentleman and a role model in a sport where too few role models are left in this day and age. May God bless and comfort the family in this time of loss.
Jack and Jan Brisco
December 3, 2002
Our deepest sympathy to Tyger and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Have many fond memories of Tim as a friend and true professional. Will miss him always.
Michael Stocks
December 3, 2002
May God bless and comfort Tygre, Wendy & Wes in their hour of need with the loss of Tim. They along with the Carolina's & the Wrestling Nation have lost a Great Ambassador, but Tim will live forever in our hearts and memories, and will never be forgotten.
Heaven has taken alot of Superstars from us, but i truly believe that tonight, Tim is in the main event one more time.
Michael Stocks
Dr.SilverKat
St.Clair Shores, Michigan
Percival A. Friend
December 3, 2002
Tim will always be remembered for his smile and great friendship. We shared a love for the Three Stooges comedies and I will remember Newton , Iowa where we met for the last time this year. Those memories will be forever etched in my mind.
Good friends are like stars....
You don't always see them,
But you know that they are always there.
Rest in peace my friend and when those final bells are rung for me... tag me into Heaven with you.
Danny Goddard
December 3, 2002
Tim Woods was my friend, a person who believed in me. I was the photographer for Georgia Championship Wrestling almost 30 years ago and later referee. It was good to communicate with Tim a couple of years ago by email. My sympathy to his family.
Mark Liebermann
December 3, 2002
To Tim's family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Tim was major asset to his sport and will missed greatly
Buddy Landel
December 3, 2002
Tim will live on for ever in the path that he helped blaze in our sport.
May God Bless his family now,as he is not alone now but, is with all the greats that have come before us.Remember Jesus Christ Is Lord Of All,Tim would have wanted it that way!
The Weavers
December 3, 2002
To the Woodin family:
Our thoughts are with you - better neighbors, friends and genuinely special people would be tough to find. We're here for you.
Love,
The Weavers
Johnny Lee Clary
December 3, 2002
Tim's contribution to Professional Wrestling will always be cherished. He was often imitated, but never duplicated. In a world that needs positive role models, Tim served as a great role model, and will surely be missed.
Jack & Toni Rose Laughridge
December 3, 2002
With sincerest Sympathy and fond memories.
Mike Mooneyham
December 3, 2002
My deepest sympathy to Tim's family. Tim was a wonderful person and a great friend, and I was blessed to have known him. There will never be another Mr. Wrestling.
Jerry Prater
December 3, 2002
A good friend and a real credit to his sport, and to his fellow man. He will certainly be missed.
Billy Blue River
December 3, 2002
My smypathy to Tim's family. He was a fine person & friend.
Beverly Shade
December 3, 2002
Our smypathy goes out to Tim's family. I worked with Tim and he was a great person.
KARL LAUER
December 3, 2002
The loss of a great friend is always hard to accept,but heaven is a far better place and we will be togeather again. The 5000 plus members of the Cauliflower Alley Club share your loss and grief,we are available if you should need us
Dotty & Don Curtis
December 3, 2002
Tygre, Wes & Wendy,
Our hearts are with you at this most difficult of times. Tim was one of the dearest friends in our lives. We will hold precious our last morning together, enjoying a meal and conversation with you both. Our conversation just a short week or two ago will echo on. He was truly a wonderful friend. He lives on in spirit with us all forever. He made such a great legacy in his life!
God bless you all, and know that we are with you in thoughts and prayers.
Bob Kelly
December 3, 2002
I only knew Tim through his reputation as being one of the "BEST" in the wrestling business.But I am very honored that Tim made it to our wrestlers reunion here in Mobile this year, and I was able to give him a big hug and be with him for a few hours.Our prayers go out to his family. God Bless Them All Bob Kelly
Percy Pringle
December 3, 2002
Tim is certainly a legend in our industry. A wrestler's wrestler, and a man's man. God Bless!
Percy Pringle/Paul Bearer
Bill Watts
December 3, 2002
Another star changes places, earth for heaven. At an exciting and yet challenging part of my life, I enjoyed working with Tim, and have such fond memories of some really exceptional events he was a major force and participant in. Also, his sense of humor was so neat. May the Lord bless and comfort his family.
Wendi Weaver
December 3, 2002
My Deepest Sympathy to Tims Family..Tim was a wonderful person.
Wendi Weaver
Penny Banner
December 3, 2002
TIM: A GREAT PERSON..WRESTLER..FAMILY MAN AND FRIEND..He will be missed by many..My Prayers and Deepest Sympathy are with his family~ ~ ~ Penny Banner
Sue Patera-Baker
December 3, 2002
Sincere sympathy to the family Tim loved. A good man who was able to make the people around him feel special. He will certainly be missed by so many, for so many reasons.
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