Edward J. Woods
April 5, 1929 ~ April 27, 2021
Edward J. Woods, 92, Greenwood, passed away April 27, 2021. Mr. Woods was born April 5, 1929, in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late John A. and Theresa (Wetzel) Woods. He married Dolores (Kuntemeier) Woods on May 15, 1954, and she survives.
Ed graduated from St. Mary’s High School and attended St. Louis University. He proudly served in the Missouri National Guard and in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He worked for AC Delco for 35 years, retiring as a sales manager in 1992. He built his own Ham radio shortly after his service to his country and remained an avid radio operator under the handle WD9DVA for many years. After retirement, Ed became active with AFMARS (Air Force Military Auxiliary Radio System) and devoted more than 25 years supporting service men and women connecting them with their families. A devout Catholic, Ed was a member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council 3660. He was also a member of the Greenwood American Legion and loved to golf. Ed will be fondly remembered for his social nature and his strong devotion to his family.
He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Mary Adele.
Survivors include his bride of more than 66 years, Dolores; children, Ed (Aggie), Kathy (Mike) McCullough Kevin (Danette), Tom (Sara); sister, Mary Ruprecht; his ten FAVORITES, John, Brian, Daniel, Lindsey, Megan, Kevin, Katelyn, Marilyn, Thomas, and Samantha; four great grandchildren, Caroline, Lauryn, Reid, and Tatum.
Visitation will be Monday, May 3, 2021, 10 – 11:30 a.m., at the O’Riley Funeral Home, with prayers at 11:30 a.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 12 Noon, in St. Barnabas Catholic Church. Mass will be streamed by visiting: https://vimeo.com/542844330. The committal service will be on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, 11 a.m., (CDT) at Calvary Cemetery, St. Louis. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Greenwood American Legion Post 252, any veterans-based charity, or a charity of your choice. Visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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I only had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Woods a couple of times, but I loved hearing the great stories that Ed would tell about his dad. Our thoughts are with all of the Woods family. Mike and Julie Dunn
Dee and Family, We have many memories of laughter, good cheers and story tales (mostly true) at The Knights of Columbus. Please count on our prayers. John and Deb Madden
Aunt Dee – sending so much love to you and everyone in the family. I have so many fun, wonderful memories of Uncle Ed. We will miss him very much.
Thoughts and prayers for the Woods family from the HCC golf crew.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mike, Kathy & family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
With heartfelt condolences, may he Rest In Peace.
Our warmest condolences, Your S/IL USMS Family.
Heaven has received a new member. Uncle Ed will always be remembered full of love and laughter. Prayers and sympathy from our family to yours.
In memory of Ed Woods for family of Brian Woods with love from Allen and Debbie Grau and family
“Edward Woods” will remain in our hearts forever.
We send our deepest condolences and prayers for peace. May you find comfort in the memories of the wonderful life he lived.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will miss you Uncle Ed!!
My sincere, belated condolences to the Woods family. My family lived across the street on Sally Dr. in Florissant, MO many years ago. I especially remember playing with Ed and Kevin but knew Kathy and Tom well too. I remember what a wonderful family you are and how sad I was when you moved out of the neighborhood and even sadder when you moved out of state. My whole family have fond memories of the Woods family. I can recall Ed, Matt Lottspeich and my dad enjoying a beer and lots of stories. God bless! Dave Kralemann