Christian Taylor Woods, aged 27, from
Rapid City, South Dakota, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. The family and friends of Christian are extremely saddened and shocked over his death.
Christian, born on December 7, 1995, grew up in Rapid City and attended Central High School. He graduated from the State of South Dakota in 2015. His knack for getting along with everyone led him to service opportunities in the restaurant industry. He also loved working with his hands, which created the chance to work in the landscaping and construction fields.
Christian was such a light to everyone he met. He always brought an energetic and positive vibe to all people and situations. His passion for making people laugh was easy to see and unavoidable to enjoy! He was "The Life of the Party" and you just wanted to stay in that moment with him as long as you could.
Besides being extremely funny and charismatic, Christian was incredibly compassionate and caring. He always had time for you. It didn't matter who you were – family, friend; young, old – he would listen. He would be present. He genuinely cared for you and whatever your situation was. You never had to worry about him judging you, not to say that he wouldn't give his opinion, because he always made it very clear how he felt. No matter if you agreed or not, you knew his view came from his heart and was pure with no bias. Christian was a wonderful balance of determination and fire, with respect and calm. He was truly a gift for all to enjoy.
Christian enjoyed so many things. Some of his favorite pastimes were hiking, long-boarding, gaming, doing impressions, and just hanging out with friends and family. No matter what he was doing, having a good time and enjoying life was going to be part of the outcome.
Christian is survived by Mother, Angie (Aaron) Todd; Father, Jerry Woods; Brothers, Madison Woods (with Brooke Ebright), Jackson Woods; Nephew, Archer Timm-Woods; Grand Parents, Sandi (Joe) Aberle, Craig (Debbie) Timm; Great Grandparents, Dean (Roberta) Reichert, Eugene Timm; Aunts and Uncles, Connie (Larry) Rehder, Geraldine (Nick) Smith, Daniel (Nora) Woods, Becky Huber, Alicia (Jamie) Asbridge, Tori (Billy) West, Stephen (Worasa) Fallon, Grace Carlin; Stepfamily, Bob (Linda) Todd, Monica (Roger) Syron, Adeline Nitschke, Felicia (Will) Sutterer, Leah Todd, Mason (Hanna) Todd, Ashton Todd; and a HOST of Cousins. He is preceded in death by his Grandparents, Gerald and Darlene Woods.
There is a "Celebration" of Christian's life at the Robbinsdale Lounge on Monday, Feb. 13th at 4pm. There will be a more official internment service later this Spring.