Richard Dick Woods

Richard Franklin Woods 11/30/1943 ~ 04/03/2014 ” Richard Franklin Woods of Temperance, MI, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, April 3rd, 2014 at 11:45 a.m. at his home surrounded by his loving family and close friends.””Born November 30th, 1943 to Raymond Johnson Woods and Amelia Gienevieve Woods (Scanga) in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. ” He grew up in Cheswick, PA and graduated from St. Vincents Preparatory in Latrobe, PA. “After high school he joined the United States Air Force, where he was stationed in both Alaska and Texas. “Upon returning home he met, fell in love, and married Violet Ann Northern on May 11, 1963 at Our Lady of Victory. “” Throughout his life he had a love for all animals, rescuing strays and caring for them. “His compassion was also felt by strangers who found themselves in need. Richard was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan.” He also enjoyed listening to Elvis. ” He is survived by Violet, his wife of fifty years.” Four children; Richard B. Woods, Raymond W. Woods Sr. (April), Deborah Pym (Mark), Ronald H.P. Woods.” Eight grandchildren; Deanna H.C. Woods, Brittany K. Woods, Raymond W. Woods Jr., “”Jonathan D. Pym, Ronald H.P. Woods Jr., Sara E. Pym, Austin R.J. Woods, Ryan M.L. Woods. “Three great-grandchildren; Preston W. Woods Makayla R. Woods, William J. Woods. Also, a special family friend who he thought of as a daughter, Lynn E. Schultz (Pearson). ” Richard was employed twenty-five years at Air Liquide in Holland, OH. “Afterwards, he acquired his Real Estate license for both Ohio and Michigan. “He worked as a realtor for five years achieving the Million Dollar Club status. ” ” ” “