Charlotte Rueger Woodley
Charlotte Rueger Woodley
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Born Jan. 29, 1927, in Lucerne, Switzerland, daughter of the late Ernst and Anna Bucher Rueger, she graduated from the Hoehere Toechferschule in Zurich, earned a certificate in French from the University of Geneva and came to this country as an exchange student at the University of Pittsburgh. She also held a Swiss Red Cross nursing license and worked at the Magee Hospital in Pittsburgh.
She was a member of Shiloh Presbyterian Church, past matron of John Wanama Kev Chapter of the Eastern Star, the Northern Cultural Alliance, Cameron County Arts, a subscriber to the Pittsburgh Symphony Concerts and a life member of the University of Pittsburgh Alumni Association.
Her professional affiliations included American Association of Teachers of German, Council of Teachers of Foreign Languages, Alliance Françoise and Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees.
Her teaching career included lectures at the University of Pittsburgh, St. Marys Area High School and 28 years at Cameron County High School, retiring in 1992.
Charlotte enjoyed her family, her friends, nature, reading, music, a versatility of hobbies and extensive domestic and world travel.
She is survived by a son, Christopher Woodley, M.D., and wife, Linda; three grandchildren, Briar Woodley, Glenn Woodley and Holly Woodley Shane and husband, Kevin; and a great-grandson, Dean Clarence Shane.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Geoffrey R. Woodley; and two siblings, Anne Rueger Ramseier and Ernst Rueger.
A memorial service will be planned and announced at a future date.
Memorials may be sent to Shiloh Presbyterian Church, 217 Washington St., St. Marys, PA 15857, or donor's choice.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home, Clarks Summit.
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Billie Jo Stoltz (CCHS class of 1987)
February 27, 2015
I had the pleasure of knowing Mrs. Woodley first as a student in her German classes at CCHS and later, as a friend here in St. Marys. Any time I saw her, she always greeted me with a smile. She was a true lady, and I have many find memories of her in my heart. One of my favorite will always be of the candy cupboard in her classroom! My family and I offer our deepest sympathy to her entire family.
Candice (Umbenhauer) Graham
February 27, 2015
What a wonderful woman she was. She taught us all valuable lessons about life that I never forgot. I thought her often over the years and now and then wrote to her. I received a nice note from her a few years ago, in which she said it was so nice to be remembered as a great influence on so many young lives. I am honored to have known her.
MARK (CLASS OF 1985) SEABOLT
February 26, 2015
FRAU WOODLEY, WHAT A GREAT TEACHER. I HAD THE PLEASURE OF HER TEACHINGS FOR THREE YEARS AT C.C.H.S. SHE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
Valerie Harris
February 26, 2015
Frau Woodley, when I was in school. In 2000 she became Char Woodley. So grateful to have gotten to know her as an adult, as well as a student. Always gracious and kind. Wonderful memories. Sincere sympathy to the entire family.
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Larry Miller
February 26, 2015
What a remarkable woman. I had her frequently for study hall. I am from the class of 71
Samuel Tarbox
February 26, 2015
I had Frau Woodley in German class , which really helped when I was stationed in Germany. She was a really nice woman and had a great sense of humor.
Kim Czekai Zito
February 26, 2015
Frau Woodley, mogest du in Frieden ruhen..
Vicki Pollock
February 26, 2015
Frau Woodley was my German Teacher in 10th grade at CCHS; which seems like a billion years ago; yet I still remember her fondly as one of my favorites. My sincere sympathy.
Peggy Perry Giglio
February 26, 2015
Hearing of Mrs. Woodley's passing made my heart so heavy. She was a lovely lady and an excellent teacher. I will always remember her fondly. And for the rest of my life (as has always been the case), I will never see a Toblerone or a chocolate orange without thinking of her with a smile.
Stacy Tibbetts
February 26, 2015
Vielen dank, Frau Woodley, fur unsere Deutsch!! --CCHS
Leah Burke
February 26, 2015
Many fond memories of Frau Woodley. She was one of my favorite teachers. My sincerest condolences to her family, take comfort in knowing that she touched so many lives and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Carole Newton(Reed)
February 26, 2015
Fondest of memories. Rest in Peace Mrs.Woodley
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