Robert L. Woods' Obituary
Robert L. Woods, 82 passed away March 3, 2014 in his residence.
Services to celebrate Robert’s life will be 12 noon Saturday, March 8, 2014 at the House of Miracles Church, 441 N. Church St Decatur, IL 62522. Visitation will be one hour prior to services.
Interment will be at Graceland Cemetery.
Robert was born on September 5, 1931 in Barlow, KY. He accepted Jesus Christ at an early age. He enjoyed cars, fishing, music, and mostly loved spending time with his family. Robert worked 28 years for Caterpillar, of which he later retired from.
Robert Lee Woods and Mae Helen Woods were united in marriage June 12, 1992, and they shared 21 wonderful years together.
Cherishing his memories are his children, Robert Woods Jr. (Boe) of Decatur, IL; Lynne King (Arthur) of Milwaukee, WI, Sharon Wallace (Kenneth) of Milwaukee, WI; Craig Woods of Milwaukee, WI; Latrina Bond (Samuel) of Decatur, Shawn Woods (Gala) of Decatur; 14 grandkids; five great-grandkids; eight step-children; special nephew, and James Earl Hollowell.
He was preceded in death by his parents, three sons, eight brothers, five sisters, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Condolences and memories may be shared www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
The family of Robert L. Woods has entrusted the care of their loved one to Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL.
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