Walter H. Woods

Pastor Walter Woods, 59, Haddam, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 27, 2006. Walter Holt Woods was born August 2, 1946 to Joseph and Elizabeth (Cameron) Woods at Willmington, NC. He attended the Hanover County Schools in North Carolina and later the Tomilison Bible College of Cleveland, TN. He had a salvation experience at the Church of God of Prophecy in Wilmington, NC on August 19, 1970 and became a member there. He received his lay minister’s license in 1976 and full minister’s license in 1979. On October 15, 1978 he was married to Glenna Weigel at Florence, SC. They pastured at North Wilkesboro, NC and Haddam, KS. Walter was a quiet person who loved music and playing his guitar in the church band. He also enjoyed bowling with friends and family. He was an avid reader and valued his Bible research books. In the last several years he had battled poor health but continued to serve the Lord with his pastoral duties as much as health would allow him. On Thursday, April 27, 2006 the Lord called him home the result of a tragic mowing accident. He had been cleaning the underside of the propped up garden tractor which gave way and fell on him, killing him instantly. He leaves to mourn his passing his beloved wife, Glenna and many, many relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held May 20, 2006 at 2:00 pm at the Haddam Methodist Church with Pastor John Pace officiating. A graveside service will be held immediately following the service at the Patterson cemetery. A luncheon will be served at the Methodist church To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Walter H. Woods, please visit our flower store.