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Dee Richard Woolley, Jr.
1956-2022
Dee Richard Woolley Jr., beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, age 66, passed away July 15, 2022 in his home unexpectedly.
Born June 21, 1956, Salt Lake City, Utah, to Dee and Marjorie Carol Springman Woolley. Married Anne Meilstrup Woolley August 1, 1978, in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. He graduated from Highland High (class of 74), University of Utah (BA) and Northwestern University (Masters in Advertising). He served in many capacities in his church, including an LDS Mission to Germany and later as a beloved Bishop in Kenosha, Wisconsin. His great loves in life were his testimony of Heavenly Father and Jesus, his family, his dear friends, music, food, and the Book of Mormon. He is survived by his wife Anne; his children Doug (Amy), Katherine Gardner (Joel), Elizabeth, and Christina Pearson (Patrick); 8 grandchildren; and brother Michael (Debra). He was preceded in death by his parents, Dee and Carol Woolley.
Calling hours Thursday, July 21, 2022, 6:30-8:30 PM at the Scioto Ward Meetinghouse (2400 Red Rock Blvd, Grove City, OH, 43123). Memorial Service Friday, July 22, 2022 Calling Hours 10:00AM, Memorial 11:00AM at the Scioto Ward Meetinghouse.
Zoom link for the memorial service: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89839475215?pwd=T2MvcWtsenhoeG5tVFhnakEyb09pdz09
The Woolley family wishes to extend their deep gratitude for the outpouring of love shown since Dee's passing.
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Rulon Beesley
July 14, 2024
How wonderful are the memories of sitting in my car with Dee, late into the night, discussing the gospel or the girls we were dating, and just enjoying being with one of the finest, funniest men I´ve ever known. Dee, you are sorely missed.
Tim Trush
August 22, 2022
I am so sorry find out that Dee has passed away. I have such great memories of working with him when he was in the Chicago area and I enjoyed all the time We spent together as colleagues and friends. My sincere condolences to his family. Dee was a fine man and he will be missed.
Norman Johnson
August 11, 2022
We were very sad to hear of Dee's passing. I have many wonderful memories of Hollywood Avenue shenanigans, Boy Scout Troop 199, the old 5th ward, Dilworth, Hillside Junior, and Highland High Schools. Dee was a saint. I hope his family members find a measure of peace at this time.
Roger van Komen
July 23, 2022
I am so sorry to learn of Dee's passing. What wonderful memories I have of him and his friendship beginning in junior high and continuing beyond college -- German class, quartet, basketball, more singing, and many great times together. I pray the Lord will give you comfort in this time of loss.
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Rob and Lisa Campbell
July 22, 2022
Dee was a wonderful friend, a great singing companion, a quick wit, and without guile. We will miss him!
Carol (Margrave) Gripp aka "Cammie"
July 21, 2022
My fondest memories of Pete (Dee) were the many summers I spent in Salt Lake City visiting my grandparents, Aunt Carol & Uncle Dee and playing with cousins Pete and Mike. Fun times! Pete was always larger than life and the ringleader of all our "escapades". Truly fun childhood memories.
In later years, while visiting Salt Lake I would often get a chance to talk/visit Pete and have very enjoyable conversations. Great memories too.
With sadness, I send my sincere condolences to Anne and the family.
Janet (Margrave) Martos
July 21, 2022
My condolences. While Pete was my dad´s cousin and I did not know him well, he will be missed. May time lessen the pain of the untimely passing.
Sid and Teri Lyn Baucom
July 21, 2022
Anne,
So sorry to hear of Dee's passing. I still count the baby blessing Dee gave to (I think) Katherine as one of the most eloquent blessings I've ever heard. Condolences and all our best to you and your family.
Gary Margrave
July 21, 2022
My deepest condolences to Dee's family at his untimely passing. I knew him as Pete and he was my close cousin. We spent many days together as teens in SLC and I always fondly remember those times. Although our paths parted in 1976 I have always remembered him fondly and morn his passing. He is with his heavenly father now.
Sandi (and Kent) Arnold
July 20, 2022
Sending our love to Anne and family. I have the fondest memories of growing up with cousins Pete and Mike. I remember when Pete introduced us to Anne and as a teenage girl I was in awe of their sweet relationship. Our love to you all and you are in our every prayer.
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