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Dr. Charles Woodard

Charles Woodard Obituary

Dr. Charles Douglas Woodard

64, died Friday, January 31st, of complications from pneumonia. He was born March 9th, 1949, in San Francisco, CA to Clarence and Patricia Woodard. Dr. Woodard graduated from U.C Berkeley and Saint Andrews University where he received his medical degree. A dedicated and well-loved pediatrician, he worked at Bayside Medical Group since 1987. He is survived by his spouse, Leslie, and three children: Christopher Woodard, Alix Woodard, and Gabriella Woodard. He is also survived by three siblings: Sarah Woodard, Scott Woodard and Tom Woodard. He will be missed. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the National Park Foundation.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Feb. 11 to Feb. 16, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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30 Entries

Judy Barr

February 8, 2025

I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Woodard´s passing. He had a caring, kind manner that always made you feel better . My son and our family keep you, his family, in our prayers

Judy Barr

November 17, 2023

Sad to hear about Dr. Woodard´s passing. He was my son´s pediatrician for 9 years. We loved his kindness and mild manner. He made you feel comfortable. He will be missed.

June 3, 2020

I just found out 2 years ago thatDr.woodard passed He was my children's Doctor for 8 years would of been longer but I moved out of state He was very caring kind wonderful Doctor there will never be anyone like Dr.woodard ❤

Stacy Thomas

March 30, 2017

My children and I love Dr. Woodard, I have 5 children with the oldest being 32 and the youngest being 14 in April, Dr. Woodard has been all of my children's pediatrician, we started going to Bayside Pediatrics when my oldest was about 4 years old, the only reason my youngest stopped seeing him was because we moved to Southern California when he was 3 moths old, but whenever we went back to the Bay Area and my youngest needed to be seen we always went back to Dr. Woodard and no matter what he was always available whether he was in the Oakland office or the office in Alameda. I just found out about his passing today, because I have a brand new granddaughter and she is having some complications and I thought about Dr. Woodard, even my grand kids that are 10 and 8 have seen DR. Woodard at least once, he will be truly missed by the Thomas/Morgan family :'-(

Veronica Galindo

January 29, 2015

It will be a year since we lost this wonderful pediatrician. We all miss him and think of him often. He will forever be in our hearts.

Laura O.

October 10, 2014

I just learned of Dr. Woodard's passing. He was our doctor for 15 years. He was so caring and personable. We adored him. We will miss him very much. Our condolences to his family and loved ones.

September 9, 2014

Dr. Woodard was a very eccentric man and physician. Our family has going to him for over 20 years. He was very caring and took his time with the kids. He was very thorough and even discovered my then new born Son had an ear infection when the nurses at Children's Hospital said that they would have to preform a spinal tap to see what was wrong with him...Doctor Woodard to the rescue!!Having so many children 3 I asked if I could bring them all in together for their appointments so that I wouldn't have to make so any trips to the office and they 85 % of the time accommodated me. He was a wonderful doctor and person and our family will miss him. Love the Lompa Family

June 11, 2014

I was shocked and saddened by the news of Dr. Woodard's passing as I was attempting to make an appt. He was my 10 & 3 year old son's doctor since they were babies. He was always straightforward, knowledgeable and manage to make us comfortable when it was time for those shots. He always put a smile on our faces and laughter in the room. He will be truly missed and we are fortunate and privileged to have had such an amazing doctor for my sons. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and the staff at Bayside Pinole.

The Estrada Family

Pam

April 7, 2014

I just learned of Dr. Woodard passing. I was saddened. He was our go to doctor at Bayside. My deepest sympathy to his collegues and family.

Chaz'a Bullock

April 4, 2014

Dr. Woodard will always hold a special place in my heart. He's been my doctor all my life and was always nice. I am saddened to hear about the passing of such a great man. My condolences to the family.

Annie Reid

March 25, 2014

Dr. Woodard was my first child's fantastic pediatrician. I learned of his passing when I delivered my second child last month. He will be greatly missed by my family, he helped my husband and I through the usual first time parent worries and a life threatening illness with reassurance and endless knowledge and compassion.

March 20, 2014

I learned today that Dr. Woodard had passed away. My now 17 year old daughter and I had an appointment at Bayside Pediatrics where all three of my girls had gone since they were newborns. Dr. Woodard has been their Doctor for all these years, and he will be greatly missed. I only have the best memories of him, and all the wonderful stories and advice he would give me regarding parenthood. He was always so reassuring to me and my children, especially during those early days of parenthood. He was a wonderful Doctor, and we will miss him very much.

Hannah Marcum

March 20, 2014

Just found out the devistating news that my kids doctor passed away :'( there are not even words to express how sad I am and how much my heart hurts for his family. He has been with my kids as there doctor for almost 12 years! He is the reason my daughter gabby survived. He would always tell me about his daughter Gabriella too. He would say "it must be something with Gabriella's cause my gabby and your gabby are the smartest little girls I've ever seen." he would talk so highly of all his kids. but we always had our Gabriella's in common. I'm so sorry for your tremendous loss. What a great man and amazing doctor He was. Rest in peace DR woodard. Thank you for saving my gabby and thank you for the amazing and compassionate care you gave my girls over the years! You will be terribly missed!!

tanika bahnasy

March 14, 2014

When Bayside medical told me,,I was in OMG stage,,he was a excellent doctor,,,, my kids had been seeing him for five years and they were crazy about him,,he took the time and listen to there needs and was always concerned,,my son Charles is now 15 my daughter age 5 and my four month old was his patients,,, trust me when I say he was thee best,,,so very sorry for your loss will be greatly missed rip

Nunez Family

March 7, 2014

My 3 children were all patients of Dr. Woodard, ages 10,5,3. We were all so devastated with the news. My heart breaks for his wife and children, we will miss you so much it's not easy trusting someone with your children's health but I could honestly say I trusted him 100% with mine. RIP :-(

Carol Sims

March 7, 2014

As a former Charge Nurse of the Nursery at Doctors Medical Center, Dr. Woodard was truly a compassionate pediatrician who cared about his patient's and families regardless of their status or ethnic background. He was a gifted physician who advocated for his patient's to ensure they received competent care. He will be missed. Blessings to his family.

Colette Lapeyre

March 6, 2014

Je me souviens surtout de vous, Alix, Gabriella et Leslie. Et je pense à vous. Il est des moments où la vie s'éteint, ou semble s'éteindre. C'est dur, inéluctable. L'amour et la présence restent toujours. Ils nous font parfois pleurer mais aussi sourire.
Colette

Tim & Laurie K

March 1, 2014

Dr. Woodard, or Dr. Charles as our family called him, was an amazing and intelligent physician. We brought our children to him 1st in Alameda, then Oakland and Pinole. He was always so thorough and put our worries to rest, often sharing stories of other patients or his children, in similar health or life situations. He made a positive connection with families, and we were ALWAYS assured he was right on the mark with his care of our children. He even saw our son as his patient through college.
We are deeply saddened by his passing. We are sorry for your loss of a husband and father, and our community's loss of a remarkable, gifted doctor.
Sincerely,
The Kneafsey Family

February 24, 2014

We will miss you Dr,Woodard:(

Rosy Walia

February 24, 2014

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Rosa Ellen

February 24, 2014

Dr. Woodard was an amazing doctor. Caring, compassionate and dedicated time to listen to his patients. My son said it best as he took him a picture,when he was 8, and dedicated it on the back saying: "TO THE BEST DOCTOR IN THE WORLD."
Our hearts go out to his family.

Rosa & Isaac Ellen

RICHELL STOKES

February 21, 2014

DR. WOODARD WAS A GENTLE,KIND AND CARING MAN. HE WAS A VERY GOOD PEDIATRICIAN.HE WAS GREAT WITH KIDS AND THE STAFF HE WORKED WITH. HE WILL GREATLY BE MISSED.

Shama R

February 21, 2014

There are so many words I want to say but I just don't know where to start. All I can say is I MISS YOU DR.WOODARD!! I just feel that one day you will walk through the door and say HELLO and everything will be back to normal.

Sonia Eliserio

February 21, 2014

We miss you Dr. Woodard.

marina zepeda

February 20, 2014

Dr.Woodard has been my children's doctor for 20 years,i have to say that he was the best Dr anyone would want for their kids,he was funny,smart and always had time to listen to your concerns.In my heart he will never be replaced and will always hold a special place in our lives..prayers to his family.

Rachel Allen

February 20, 2014

I'm saddened to hear of the passing of my favorite pediatrician, Dr. Charles Woodard. He was with me when I delivered my twins 25 years ago and joked for years afterwards I took him away from his Thanksgiving dinner. He was down to earth, caring and patient. He leaves such a void on this earth

Kamiko Page

February 19, 2014

Dr. Woodard was awesome, our girls adored him. He often told them stories about his daughters. He helped through some tough medical issues with our youngest daughter. He also came to the hospital to discharge my son after he was born. Dr. Woodard will truly be missed. He has touched alot of families. He will forever be in our hearts.

J. Helvig

February 13, 2014

We moved to Pinole and after much searching we found Dr. Woodard who was a caring and thoughtful pediatrician for our son. After our daughter was born she too saw dr. Woodard as her pediatrician. Dr. Woodard has help us navigate through some tough health issues for our kids and he will be greatly missed. Both of my children loved Dr. Woodard and so do I. We will miss his intelligence and humor.

Malea Zivney

February 11, 2014

I met Dr. Woodard at the hospital the day after my son was born. He gave me his card & he has been my kids doctor ever since, 12 years to be exact.We went in last week to get immunizations & were very sad to find out why we couldn't see our own doctor. He was a great doctor & my family & I miss him very much.......

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