Obituary of Edward Woods

Woods, Edward Forsyth

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Edward Forsyth Woods on January 18th, 2022 of Ridgetown.

He was born in New Liskard, Ontario on March 9, 1936. Son of Albert Woods and Jessie (nee Forsyth).

Beloved husband of Joyce Marie Garrod of 66 years.

Loving father of Gordon (late 2011) (Yvonne), Linda McLaren (Don) and Barb De Cook (Albert). Grandfather of Tim Woods (Liza), Jennifer Woods (Greg Spence), Jim McLaren (Morgan), Sheila McLaren, Michelle McLaren (Martin Helmer), Corrie De Cook, David De Cook (Joanne), Brenda De Cook (Dave Adams). Great grandfather to Austin and Cohen Woods, Myah and Chloe Spence, Sofia De Cook, Nevaeh De Cook and Hensley Adams.

Brother to Wanda Gould (late 2006) (Frank), Norman Woods (Joan), Wayne Woods (late 2010) Karen late 2018) Zelda.

Brother-in-law to Eugene “Sonny” (late 2016) Garrod (Marion), George “Peter” Garrod (Barb), Gayle Clarridge (Bill).

Survived by several nieces, nephews and extended family.

Following Edward’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a gravesite service will be announced at a later date. Celebration of life will take place on Sunday, July 17th from 2:00pm-4:00pm at the Highgate Legion. If desired, memorial donations payable by cheque to Turin United Church or the Chatham Kent Hospice are appreciated by the family. Please share a condolence online at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.

Farming was his passion,

Family was his reason,

Steward of the Land

HEAVY DUTY to the end.