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Charles and Rebecca Tharp
November 19, 2008
I had to say good-bye to my brother nearly a year ago. I could not put into words all of the emotions I felt at the time. Many I still have, and memories I hope to never forget.
His contagious laughter, the ability to find good in everyone, always willing to lend a hand, a shoulder to lean on, or a ear to listen.
Woody's zest for life was as large as his smile and his heart, and no matter how down I may have gotten his prescense always raised my spirits.
Though a large void was left in our lives, something's we are sure of, the love he had for his wife, his children, grandchildren and all of us that he knew as family and friends. We take comfort in knowing, that we will see you again someday. Until then we keep you close in our hearts. We Love and Miss you so much.
Your Brother Chuck, Sister-in-Law Rebecca, and your Nephew Big Jake.
barb and scott fisher
January 19, 2008
roxanne and family
we are so sorry for your loss, woody was truly a remarkable man and will be miss by many. our prayers are with you.
love barb and scott fisher
Jean (and Andrea) Chesney
January 14, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family every day, Roxanne. Woody was such a wonderful person. We have been so fortunate to know him and you, and to live in a town in which he contributed so much over the years through his big spirit, and kindness, and civic leadership.
George and Terry Cservenak
January 13, 2008
Dear Roxanne and family,
George and I were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We will miss Woody very much. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jeri Sheldahl ( Sporman - class of 1971)
January 8, 2008
I was deeply saddened to learn of your loss. Woody and I graduated from high school together, he was a good friend in school. My whole family feels your loss. God bless you at this time and always.
Ken Thorley
January 8, 2008
What a kind and generous man. Woody was one of the good guys and he will be missed. The world is a better place because he was here. This was one of the times I wanted to be home again - to say goodby.
Jennifer Cunningham
January 5, 2008
Roxanne and family,
My deepest sympathy to you. Woody was such a great person, so helpful and he will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dennis and Marlene Nicksic
January 5, 2008
Roxanne and Family
Sorry to hear of your loss Woody was a great guy and he will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him.
Pamela Glines
January 4, 2008
I was saddened to hear of your loss. Woody was a generous man with a big heart. He will be remembered fondly by all those he touched.
Dianne & John Krajewski
January 3, 2008
Roxanne and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember what a great guy Woody was. It isn't often a person like Woody can be found thus, his memory will be treasured by us all.
God Bless
BARB RHODES
January 3, 2008
YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS ROXANNE AND FAMILY. I GREW UP WITH WOODY, JUST DOWN THE STREET. HE WILL BE TRUELY MISSED.
BARB (GLINES) RHODES
JJ Furto
January 3, 2008
Sean,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. You are a wonderful individual, and I am sure that your father is very proud of the man that you are. May god bless each and every one of you.
JJ Furto
January 3, 2008
Sean,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time of mourning. May God bless each and every one of you. You are truly a great person and I know that your father is very proud of you.
Steve & Marie (Lounges) Dobrowolski
January 2, 2008
Roxanne and Family:
Our sincerest prayers are with you at this time. Not only was Woody a super mechanic, he was a great guy. The long lines of people at his wake today was a glowing tribute as to how many people he touched. His contagious smile and laugh will be missed by all.
Anita Aguilera
January 2, 2008
Martin and Gayle,
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. I pray that your memories of him keep your heart warm.
He will live on forever through you and your family forever.
God Bless You and Your Family!
Mary L Bonnema
January 2, 2008
Jennifer:
I was truly shocked by the news of your father's passing. I remember all the fun times I spent at your house when we were young and how wonderful you Dad was with us. He was always so much fun and had such a way of making us laugh. My heart goes out to you and your family at what can only be an extremely trying time. May God be with all of you and help you through this very difficult time.
Love,
Mary
Tom Lounges
January 2, 2008
What an amazing legacy Woody leaves behind. He was a hard working, honest man who could ALWAYS be counted upon by his family, friends and neighbors.
A pillar of his community, this well-respected family man is someone that Highland, Indiana can proudly call a native son.
On a personal level, I will miss him, his wit, his jokes and the many conversations about our Chicagoland sports teams, muscle cars, and classic rock 'n' roll.
My deepest condolances to Roxanne, their children and grandchildren, who now have to move ahead in their lives without this wonderful man.
But forge on they will, because they are Tharps, a strong and hearty bunch who can always count on their neighbors to be there for them, as Woody had always been for us.
God bless Woody and the loving family he leaves behind. We were all fortunate to have known him.
Nancy Bozak
January 1, 2008
Dear Tharp Family:
My deepest sympathy for you. It's never easy losing a loved one and you can never be prepared. My prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerly,
Nancy Bozak
Jerry & Gina Brown
January 1, 2008
Dear Roxanne,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything Jerry and I can do to help at this time. Woody was a wonderful free spirited man that would have done anything for anybody...We ALL will truly miss him. I love you Roxanne and may God provide you and your family the strength needed to get through this difficult time in you life.
Love
your cousin....Gina
Sonja M. Zacny (Nordyke)
January 1, 2008
To all his family, our deepest symphathy. Woody was a great friend and helpful to anyone and everyone. He will be greatly missed. May God be with you all during this trying time.
Debbie Tharp-Spidel
January 1, 2008
My prayers are with you.
Bill Wolski
January 1, 2008
Roxanne, Jennifer, Jeremy and Sean,
No amount of time can prepare you for something like this. I am crushed! I would not be who and where i am today without Woody's influence in my life. We will all miss him.
Anthony, Anthony's Cafe
December 31, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the family, Woody was an outstanding individual with a great sense of humor and alot of insight about auto mechanics. I have learned alot from him and he was a very caring and loving person. We will all miss him alot. rest in peace.
barb glinski echterling
December 31, 2007
my deepest sympathy goes out to the family of woody. Gordy was always a fun loven man. we went to school together and carred the frienship on by me taking my car for repairs to his shop. i'll miss you woody.
Paul and Dawn Covello
December 31, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dorothy & JoAnne Mankin (Haberkorn)
December 31, 2007
Our sincerest condolences are sent to Woody's family. He and Roxanne hold a special place in our hearts for each kindness they bestowed upon us. He was a kind, friendly and invaluable man that has been taken from us too soon. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him and our prayers are sent to give comfort to his family.
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