Alfreda Woods (died 2024)
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| Died | 2024-12-24 Thunder Bay |
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Alfreda Jessie Woods (died 24 December 2024) was a dedicated volunteer at St. Mary's Nipigon and foster parent who lived in the Thunder Bay District.[1][2]
Life and family
Alfreda Jessie Woods was a devoted member of her community, particularly through her involvement with St. Mary's Nipigon. She served the church in numerous capacities over many years, including as the People's Warden, a lay reader, and the long-time President of the Altar Guild. Her volunteer work extended to baking, cooking, and greeting for various church events.[1]
She was married to her husband Larry for over 52 years. She was a mother to daughters Angela and Stacey, and a son, Christopher, who died in infancy. Her family included her son-in-law Justin and granddaughter Abby. She was also a foster parent to many children and had several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her siblings included an older sister Linda, a sister Doreen who was married to Frank, and a younger brother Ernie who was married to Denise.[1]
Alfreda died on December 24, 2024, at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center following a brief illness. She was predeceased by her husband Larry, her son Christopher, her parents, and her sister Linda. She was survived by her daughters Angela and Stacey, her son-in-law Justin, her granddaughter Abby, her sister Doreen, and her brother Ernie.[1]
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life was planned for a later date. Her final care was provided by the medical staff at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center, including the emergency department and the hospice unit.[1]
Newspaper record
- Obituary notice in The Chronicle-Journal, 2025-01-04.[2]
- Recorded as occurring 24 December 2024.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Obituary for Alfreda Jessie Woods, tbnewswatch.com, 2025-01-04, via tbnewswatch.com. Archived copy on datum.locker.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 The Chronicle-Journal, 4 January 2025, p. 2(D)