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Robert Dennis Woodward, 70, of Phenix City, Alabama passed away on May 4th, 2020.
He graduated in 1968 from Palmetto High School in Miami, Florida and took photography classes at Miami Dade Community College.
He was a brick, block, and stone mason by trade, but also worked as a barber, and later in life, until his death, worked for JVL Laboratories in Phenix City. Some of his passions were art and sacred geometry. He painted several portraits and other paintings for family and friends. He loved dogs. His hobby was being a member of the Columbus area Search and Rescue team, where he trained his golden retrievers. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge for many years. He loved Columbus hockey. He enjoyed many travels with his wife Tammy, but most of all he was devoted to God and loved his family.
He was preceded in death by his father, Vincent Edward Woodward, Sr., and his mother Kathryn, both at an early age, and his grandmother, Blanche Woodward. His brother Vincent Edward Woodward, Jr., preceded him in death by less than an hour.
His survivors include his wife of 37 years, Tammy Woodward; sons, Andrew Woodward (Pamela) and Michael Woodward (Rubina); step-son, Stephen Howell (Melissa) and step-daughter Charlotte Henley (Russell); grandaughters, Ashley Groom (Andrew) and Katie Howell; grandsons, Tyler Cockrum, Lincoln Woodward, Andrew Singleton, Jonathan Henley, Grayson Henley and Gabriel Howell; Great-grandaughter, Nora Groom; brother, Bill Woodward (Janet); sister, Susan Wyatt (Billy); sister-in-law Gloria Woodward, and several nieces and nephews.
His family wishes to thank all of his friends who have offered condolences.
The Woodward Family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 7500 Veterans Parkway, Suite A, Columbus, Georgia 31909, 706-577-0055. The family invites you to leave a condolence or share a fond memory of Mr. Robert below.
Michelle says
I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers. My sister Tammy was truly loved by her husband Bob. Love of a lifetime. That is a blessing in itself.
Becky says
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Barbara Kane says
My Uncle Bob was the kindest person you would ever meet. He always had a smile on his face and never an unkind word. He loved his family, dogs, hockey and of course getting his head massaged! I am going to miss him dearly.
Becky Butler says
My memories of Bob are not quite as extensive as they are for his brother, Vince, but they are just as fond . Bob and Tammy lived upstairs from us at Brittwood Apts. and if memory serves me correctly, he would often volunteer to take my son to school for me. The most vivid memories are of him at Vince and Gloria’s, my neighbor’s off and on for almost forty years. I always looked forward to see seeing his beautiful smile. The entire Woodward family are a second family to mine. We have shared many birthdays, weddings, graduations, births, and even mourned , while celebrating , the life of those we lost.
I am going to miss the hugs I received from Bob. The last one was at a “celebration of life” honoring another important member of the Woodward’s extended family. A week later I watched him walk out to the ambulance never imagining that I would never get another smile or hug from him. My heart breaks for Tammy , Jonathon, and Mikie, as I know him. The other family members , as well. Bob was a sweet , caring man and he will always have a special place in my heart.