Jerry Wooddell Obituary
Jerry Wooddell, 76, passed away at 3:42 P.m. on September 30, 2025, at Care Core Lima.
Jerry was born on September 3, 1949, in Adrian, MI, to Doc and Doris Wesley.
Jerry loved cats, nature walks, going to parks, camping, the outdoors in general and playing cards.
He is survived by his children, Wesley (Marie Wells) Wooddell, Randy (Jackie Keller) Wooddell, and Keith (Beth James) Wooddell; grandkids, Matthew, Candice, James, Kylie, Kasandra, Donavon, Keith Jr., and JayDen Wooddell; and Julia Wells; Numerous great-grandkids; a sister, Patricia Gaddis; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his significant other, Sandy May; a daughter, Kelly Lynette Wooddell; a grandson, William Tyler Wells; and a sister, Linda Sue Wooddell.
A celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements handled by Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
920 N. Cable Rd., Lima, OH 45805
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