Herbert Edward Woodhead, Jr.
August 23, 1917 - December 26, 2010
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Cremation Society of Virginia - Hampton Roads Office
5265 Providence Road, Suite 104
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
(757) 474-9409 |
Home of Pete Phyllis Woodhead
1632 Lake Christopher Dr.
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
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Herbert E. Woodhead, Jr. – Virginia Beach

Herbert “Woody” Edward Woodhead Jr., passed peacefully during his sleep, in his home, in Virginia Beach, early on the morning of December 26, 2010. Born on August 23, 1917, Woody observed his 93rd Christmas. Woody led a very full life. Besides his civilian life he served 21 years in the U.S. Air Force. He also served as an ordained minister for an additional 13 years. He and his wife Ruth moved to Virginia Beach in 1984 to reside closer to their son Pete and their grandchildren. For the next 10 years Woody assisted Pete in his small business. Woody was a caring and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Woody lost his youngest son Michael in 1992 and his wife Ruth in 2001. He is survived by his son Herbert E. “Pete” Woodhead III, daughter-in-law, Phyllis, his grandchildren, Sarah, Michael, Nathaniel and Holly Hufton, and his three great grandchildren, Allison Alvarado, Mariah Hufton, and Kelly Hufton.

A Celebration of Woody’s life will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday January 6th, 2011 at the home of Pete and Phyllis Woodhead. 1632 Lake Christopher Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. All friends of the family and those who knew Woody are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the M.E. Cox Center for Elder Day Care in Virginia Beach, VA, www.mecoxelderdaycare.org.
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Cremation Society of Virginia - Hampton Roads Office
5265 Providence Road, Suite 104
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
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Home of Pete Phyllis Woodhead
1632 Lake Christopher Dr.
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
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Herbert E. Woodhead, Jr. – Virginia Beach Herbert “Woody” Edward Woodhead Jr., passed peacefully during his sleep, in his home, in Virginia Beach, early on the morning of December 26, 2010. Born on August 23, 1917, Woody observed his 93rd Christmas. Woody led a very full life. Besides his civilian life he served 21 years…

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Frances Law left a message on December 30, 2010:
It was my pleasure to know your parents...in your Mom's little study group...wonderful people that always taught love....
Pat Cockrell left a message on December 30, 2010:
To Pete, Phylis and family, My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your father and grandfather. I remember Woody so lovingly as such an honest, warm, and funny man. He could also call it like he saw it, too, and I especially admired him for that. He was not a person who needed to be in the limelight and he knew how to keep his own council, but when he had something to say - better sit up and listen, because it was always good advice. He was a doer, not someone who talked about it. And what patience! A good and honorable man. God bless you, Woody, on your way home, - and thank you for giving so deeply of yourself to all of us who were blessed to know you. Warm Regards, Pat "Cathreen" Cockrell Greensboro, NC
Dana Walker left a message on January 2, 2011:
Phyllis and Pete, My thoughts and prayers are with you! Love, Dana
Mary Starkey left a message on January 3, 2011:
Dear All; Its an end of era for me and that part of my life, what an adventure it was. Woody and Ruth were instrumental in so many ways in all of our lives. We were touched by their love and their wisdom. Their legacy will live on though our many life times. Pete let me know a couple of days ago on Face Book.... hardly personal but fitting that the world should have a glimpse of our Woody. I know Woody used his last 9 years to integrate his life, and to do what he wanted to do after serving Ruth for so many years...and he truly did. I have learned that this is what unconditional love might really look like. Woody painted my first office and both Ruth and Woody were there for me over the years to help guide me along in a path of being conscious in life and in business. A life changing gift! I miss you Woody, you were always there for me. Heartfelt Wishes for Pete and Family. Mary Louise Starkey
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