Jean Vehre Woodrum

Jean Woodrum Obituary

WOODRUM Jean Vehre Woodrum, age 75, died on Sunday, October 29, 2006, following a courageous battle with cancer. Ms. Woodrum was born in Mingo Junction, Ohio and graduated from Liberty High School in Youngstown, Ohio. She served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1949 to 1951, achieving the rank of Sergeant. Jean's passion was her family and golf, never giving advice for either unless asked. Ms. Woodrum raised her five children by herself, working two jobs for many years while insulating her children from the monumental task of their care. As her illness progressed and she moved from strength to vulnerability, her grace and wisdom only shined brighter on all of us. To Jean we say, "Well, we love you." Jean is survived by her five children, Joan and husband, Mike Mitchell, Jeff, Jon and wife, Pam, Jerry and wife, Dara and Jim Woodrum; nine grandchildren, Michael and Doug Mitchell, David and Michelle Woodrum, Stephanie Shupbach, Rebecca Agee, Jean, Jule and Jenna Woodrum. Jean's family will be receiving friends and family Friday, November 3, from 12:30 to 2 p.m., with a funeral service to follow at 2 p.m., at Woody's Funeral Home at 1771 N. Parham Rd., Richmond, Va. Interment will be at Greenwood Memorial Gardens following the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, Ms. Woodrum's wish was for donations to be made in her memory to the Angelman Syndrome Foundation, 3015 E. New York Street, Suite A2265, Aurora, Ill. 60504. www.angelman.org. Online condolences at www.mem.com

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Nov. 1 to Nov. 2, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Jean Woodrum

8 Entries

Mr. BJ Hendrix

November 5, 2006

To the Family of Jean Woodrum:
I had the pleasure of working with Jean at Royal Insurance since 1986. I worked at the corporate Headquarters here in Charlotte, NC which as many of you know no longer exists. As I got to know your Mom I respected her so much for her dedication and professionalism but then she just became my friend.I loved her honesty and sarcasm and wit. I use to call her Aunt Jean because my real Aunt Jean lived in Richmond, VA as well. My Mom and her 4 sisters grew up in the Churchhill area of Richmond. The first time I visited your Mom at the office she took me to the little barbecue restaurant across the street from the office in Midlothian. They served the best rolls. She got quite a kick out of me as I wasn't embarrassed to eat the whole pot of them in front of her branch manager, Lesley Gordon. I think I intimidated him as my hand was reaching for one right after the other and he didn't get but one. When I left coming back home to Charlotte; they even mailed me some rolls in a brown inter-office envelope. Also on that first visit to her Richmond office she and I drove around one night after dinner as she was trying to show me the historic district where my Momma grew up and she really didn't know where she was going and apologized for sort of being lost. I told her she didn't realize that I loved just riding around looking at neighborhoods and the restored houses and it was right up my alley. Through the years we worked on many projects together. You could always count on her for a job well done. She was a great lady. I sent her some flowers when she retired from Royal and she told me they were the most beautiful she had ever received. I have always thought that flowers were for the living. She and I have kept in touch via email for several years now. She has shared your pictures and grandchildren's pictures with me as well as her cherished pets. I am president of the Golden Retriever Rescue Club in Charlotte, NC and I would share stories as well as share pictures of my Golden, Molly and my Audrey and our 5 cats. I know that she loved each and everyone of her children and grand-children with all of her being as well as her game of golf. Your Mom seemed to be a blessed woman and loved her life. I know I loved her as a work colleague but more importantly as my friend. I know the Good Lord is taking care of her and she is probably giving instructions on a new golf green. I feel blessed to have known her. My prayers are with each and everyone of you.
Sincerely and with love,
Mrs. BJ Hendrix
4144 Ashleytown Lane
Charlotte, NC 28270
[email protected]
phone704-846-8434

Michaela Davis

November 5, 2006

Jerry, Dara & girls, and the entire Woodrum family,
Please know you are consistently in our thoughts and we pray for your hearts to continue to heal at this difficult time. I will remember Ms. Woodrum most for interaction with little Jean and will think of the two of them dancing every time I hear "Write this Down" by George Strait. I also feel compelled to share that I always deeply respected your mother for her dedication to her children. Her success in that regard was obvious to me. You honored her by mentioning that aspect of her important life in the obituary. May Big Jean rest in peace and watch over you all as you persevere.
With love and friendship and unending support,
Jamie, Michaela and Andrew Davis

mary handschumacher

November 2, 2006

Please accept my deepest sympathies.your mom was awonderful person.Im glad I got a chance to meet her.

mary handschumacher

November 2, 2006

Please accept my deepest sympathies.your mom was awonderful person.Im glad I got a chance to meet her.shes a angel.

mary handschumacher

November 2, 2006

Please accept my deepest sympathies.your mom was awonderful person.I glad I got a chance to meet her.shes a angel.

Cindy (Willis) Ramsey

November 2, 2006

It has been many years since I have seen your mom but I remember her quit wit and humor about everyday life. I still recall her ability to keep my parents laughing hysterically on our many visits to the old place on Spencer Road or all of you guys over our house for a swim in the pool (on Argus Ln). Even as young as I was I realized that Jean was the glue that held "her" family together and she did it all by herself. My thoughts and prayers are with you all; Joan, Jeff, John, Jerry and "Jim Jim" and your families.

Cindy (Willis) Ramsey
(Clyde and Barbara's daughter &
Keith Willis' sister)

Cousin Kathe (Martin) Ailstock

November 1, 2006

Please know that I am thinking of all of you. I remember our last visit with your Mother.....we drove from Warsaw, VA in 1985 with Mom, my husband and 6 month old baby. She made us feel very welcomed and enjoyed showing us her home. Her humor was at it's finest!!! This is a memory that I will always keep of her. Love and prayers to all of you.

Beverly (Wendy's Mom) Almond

November 1, 2006

The lessons of life and of love that you learned from your Mama will keep her alive in your hearts forever. Remember to share those experiences in days and weeks to come so that your little people will know and appreciate the wisdom of her ways.

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