Stephen R. Woolard - Cremation Society of Virginia

Stephen R. Woolard

July 19, 1952 - May 26, 2017

Stephen R. Woolard, died on May 26, 2017 in Hampton VA after succumbing to the complications of a stroke.

Steve was born July 19, 1952, in Newport News, VA., to Clyde R Woolard, and Doris E. Woolard Walczak. A longtime resident of Hampton, he attended Bethel High School. He worked as a technician in the family business, Dial Electronics, and later for the Navy as an electronics technician where he was responsible for the calibration of various sophisticated equipment at Whidbey Island WA, Okinawa, Philippines and Diego Garcia. Steve retired from Civil Service after 20 years. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid surfer, fisherman and hunter. An accomplished musician, Steve played a number of instruments of which the guitar was his favorite. He has written and composed many songs and was working towards having them recorded and published while living in Nashville TN.

Steve was preceded in death by his son Travis D Woolard and his father Clyde R Woolard. He is survived by his sons; Jason Woolard (Amy) of Fredericksburg, VA, and Stephen Woolard of Newport News; his mother; Doris Woolard Walczak (Richard) of Hampton; brothers; Wayne Woolard (Carolee) of Rio Rancho NM, and Randy C. Woolard (Sharon) of Myrtle Beach SC; 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

In accordance with Steve’s wishes there will be no viewing or service. Steve will be cremated and his ashes scattered in a private ceremony.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Arthritis Foundation http://www.arthritis.org/ or the Stroke foundation http://americanstroke.org/.

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Stephen R. Woolard, died on May 26, 2017 in Hampton VA after succumbing to the complications of a stroke. Steve was born July 19, 1952, in Newport News, VA., to Clyde R Woolard, and Doris E. Woolard Walczak. A longtime resident of Hampton, he attended Bethel High School. He worked as a technician in the…

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To The Family: Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. May you find comfort knowing that very soon God promises to end suffering and also "death will be no more". (Revelation 21:3,4) www.jw.org

My sincere sympothy to the family. I was privileged to call him my friend . I worked with Steve for several years and we stayed incontact by email and phone over the years. He loved his family and often spoke of their latest adventures. He loved music and we often played guitar when we had the chance while stationed in the Philippines with the Navy. I will miss my old friend. Peace, Wally

This is sad news to hear. Steve was one of my best friends growing up in Hampton. He was my inspiration to learn how to play guitar. He was an incredible talent. He had a great singing voice, effortless. I spent countless hours with him playing guitar and listening to his brother Wayne's albums. His parents always welcomed me at their house and treated me like family. In 1969, Steve and I hitchhiked to the Woodstock Music Festival, much to the chagrin of our mothers. I remember how excited Steve was to join the band Danny and the Delnotes and him singing with them at a concert at Jeff Davis junior high. Although our paths rarely crossed after High School, he will always have a special place in my heart. May you rest in peace my friend!

Although, in our later years of life Steve and I never saw easy other much, due to the rigours of every day life; Steve and I were very close in our younger years. I considered him my best friend. We both loved playing music and being a part of the local music scene. Most of my fondest memories of my teenage years and early 20's, were of times spent with Steve. I will always think of him and smile at the joy he brought into my life. His entire family always treated me good and I'll never forget it. God bless you brother.

So sorry for your loss. Steve was a good friend. I was fortunate in past years to share some awesome adventures with him. I will always remember his friendly smile.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.