Amelia "Amee" Woodard

Amelia "Amee" Woodard, born on May 19, 1954, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, at Astoria Health and Rehab, surrounded by her beloved family. She was 71 years old. Amee led a fulfilling life marked by deep connections with her family and friends, as well as a commitment to her community.

A graduate of Miamisburg High School, class of 1972, Amee was well-known in Germantown for her entrepreneurial spirit alongside her late husband, Lynn Woodard. Together, they owned A & L's Pizza, where they served delicious meals and created lasting memories for their customers. After selling the business, Amee dedicated her time to serve in the community by working at Germantown Fresh Market (IGA), where her friendly demeanor and work ethic made a lasting impression on many.  She was a member of Emmanuel's Lutheran Church in Germantown, and she and Lynn were co-founding members of their loving Old Hippies of Germantown.

Amee was a person of vibrant personality. Stubborn to the end yet easy-going and fun, she had a green thumb, nurturing an affinity for plants that brought her joy and comfort throughout her life. Her love for nature was mirrored in her family, where she fostered a close-knit bond with her children and grandchildren. Amee also cherished her pets throughout the years.

She is survived by her children, Jordan (Brenda) McCloskey, Zachariah (Vangie) McCloskey, Mescal (Brandon) Powell, Sage Southers, Drew (Erica) Woodard, and Paul (Maci) Woodard. Amee was a proud grandmother "Mal" to 20 grandchildren and delighted in the company of her 18 great-grandchildren.

In addition, she is survived by her siblings Ron Miller, Carol (John) Bond, Margaret Phillips, Patty (Bill) Clark, John (Kathy) Miller, and sister-in-law Traci Miller. Amee also held a special place in her heart for her favorite son, Johnny Schaeffer.

Amee was preceded in death by her first husband, Terry McCloskey, and her second husband of 38 years, Lynn Woodard, whose memory she cherished deeply. She was also preceded by several siblings: Ann Miller, Joe Miller, Geoff Miller, Kathy Miller, Chris Miller, David, and Michael Miller, along with her son-in-law, Ray Southers, brother-in-law, Mark Phillips, and sister-in-law, Nina Miller.

Her family remembers her with great love and fondness, recognizing the impact she had on their lives and the lives of those in the community. Amee’s legacy of kindness, love and laughter will forever be cherished.

Visitation will take place on October 13, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Arpp, Root, Carter FH, 29 N. Main Street, Germantown, OH. The funeral service will follow on October 14, 2025, at 12:30 PM, at the funeral home, with a graveside service to be held at Germantown Union Cemetery beginning at 1:15 PM. She will be laid to rest in the company of loved ones.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to "Old Hippies of Germantown" in Amee's memory.