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Virginia Woodfork Obituary
April 27, 1930 - January 2, 2025
Sacramento, California - Virginia M. Woodfork, 94, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, in Sacramento, California, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 27, 1930, in New Roads, Louisiana, to Albert and Virginia Thornton.
Virginia's life was defined by her devotion to family, faith, education, and service. After moving to California in 1956, she earned her nursing degree from Sacramento City College in 1966 and worked as a SICU nurse at Mercy General Hospital, providing compassionate care throughout her career.
A dedicated community member, Virginia was a Brownie and Cub Scout leader, a classroom volunteer, and a lifelong advocate for justice. Virginia's faith was central to her life, and she was a devoted member of St. Andrews AME Church for over 60 years. She was also an avid San Antonio Spurs fan, forming a special bond with Coach Gregg Popovich.
Virginia was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 72 years, Isaac Woodfork, her parents, and siblings Leah, Albertine, Ralph, and Nathaniel. She is survived by her children Adrian (Linda), Dr. Stephanie (Louis), Mary Virginia, and Lt Col Isaac Keith; grandchildren Myles (Jill), Andrea, Nikki (Andy), Virginia L. (Jeffrey), Stephen, Jena, and Julian (Linnea); and great-grandchildren Elijah, Emma, Blake, Leila Virginia, Koa, and Noa Virginia. She also leaves behind her goddaughter, Thyra Riley (Frank).
A viewing will be held on January 19, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. at East Lawn Funeral Home Chapel, 4300 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95819, followed by a celebration of life at 1:00 p.m. at the same location. The interment will be held on January 20, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, 5810 Midway Rd, Dixon, CA, where she will be laid to rest alongside her beloved husband, Isaac.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association in her honor.
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Lisa sussdorf
April 22, 2025
To my beloved soulsister I miss you so much and the wonderful phone calls we would have at night .my heart has a hole in it that you´re not here ,you always made me feel so special and loved . My hearts will always be with you and you will never be alone cuz so many love you my precious soulsister . Bless you in heaven and remember you have to HANG UP FIRST love you your soulsister,LISA
Lorraine Rinard
January 22, 2025
Virginia and I worked together in the late 70´s in the SICU. She was a lovely lady and an excellent nurse. She will be missed.
Barbara Machen
January 20, 2025
Mother, Dear you are so loved, I was honored to always be a part of your life. You´ll always hold a special place in my heart. love and blessings to all of the family
Margareth pheteau and jean pheteau
January 19, 2025
My husband and I had a chance to meet her face time during our stayed to Jeff my son and Ginny´s house and we have the honor that our granddaughter Noa Virginia carries her name
Connie Jumper
January 18, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Francess Thomas,RN
January 17, 2025
My sincere condolences to all of those who were touched by such a beautiful soul. I had the blessings to be one of the RN's to meet Virginia and her loving family. Providing care to Virginia was like helping a family member as her daughter Mary always showed such compassion and true concern which makes this hit home. Tomorrow isn't promised and Virginia you will NEVER be forgotten. May you rest in peace and watch over us with that beautiful smile and loving heart. Your RN Francess Thomas.
Shawn Jones
January 16, 2025
Ms. Woodfork will always be in my heart as one of our building´s favorite patients. I know that every staff member at Advanced loved her like she was our own grandma, and she showed us that same love every single day she was in our care.
Jeanette LaRue
January 15, 2025
Rest in Heaven Mrs. Woodfork. Such a kind and beautiful soul. Condolences for the family
Jeanette LaRue
Sandra Martin
January 13, 2025
She was a beautiful compassionate lady who always had a smile and hug. She was devoted to her children and gave them the tools to have happy and success lives. An angel.
Rebecca Warren
January 13, 2025
My dearest Virginia, your Beckie will never forget you and will love you always!!!
Lisa sussdorf
January 12, 2025
My beautiful sweet soulsister,remember I will always be here for your phone call ,our conversations were so precious to me and I´m gonna miss them .you are so special to me and remember you always got to hang up first till we meet again your special heart is always with me now
Jan Schatz (Ledford)
January 12, 2025
Jan Schatz (Ledford)
January 12, 2025
My sweet Virginia. You were like a second mother to me. The best next door neighbor that I could always count on throughout my childhood and then 20 years of my adult life. I will cherish my many loving memories of you.
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