Wilma Louise Woods, nee Williams, 94, of Troy, IL, born Friday, July 1, 1927, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021; at her residence in Troy, IL.
Wilma was an avid sports fan and adored the St. Louis Blues, with whom she shared the love of the game with her great grandchildren Brennan and Reid. Wilma enjoyed playing in the dirt and gardening, in turn, producing the most beautiful roses that she shared with her family. She had a strong affection towards animals, specifically cats, with which she passed that trait to her son and her granddaughters. Wilma radiated dignity and pride all of her years and was respected by her immediate family as well as nephews, nieces, and even her neighbors.
She was proceeded in death by her:
- Husband, Richard J. Woods
- Parents, Jasper Mac and Nellie Rosina, nee Hueble, Williams
- Brothers:
- Kenneth Williams
- Earl Williams
- LeRoy Williams
- Francis Williams
- Sister, Mary Stephens
Surviving are her:
- Son, Rick (Donna) Windham of Waterloo, IL
- Step-children:
- Marcia Renda of IL
- Cathy (Rick) Blackston of WA
- Blair (Joyce) Woods of WA
- Vicki Woods of AL
- Granddaughters:
- Stephanie (Matthew) Koerber of Trenton, IL
- Erica Windham of Collinsville, IL
- Great-grandchildren:
- Brennan
- Reid Koerber
- 6 Step grandchildren
- 7 Step great-grandchildren
Memorials: Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Partners for Pets in Troy, IL
Visitation: Visitation from 1:00 – 2:00 pm, Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.
Funeral: Graveside Service will be held at 2:15 pm, Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Valhalla Gardens of Memory in Belleville, IL.
4 Comments To "Wilma Louise Woods"
#1 Comment By Laurie cregger On July 9, 2021 @ 1:18 pm
Aunt weez you will truly be missed, we luv u
#2 Comment By Linda and Joe Cipfl and family On July 9, 2021 @ 6:33 pm
Rick and Donna and Stephanie and Erica:
We have such wonderful and beautiful memories of your Mother, your Grandmother and our Aunt “Weezie.” Our families all shared so many good and fun times together. We always certainly knew how to have a good time. Also many special occasions were shared together. A lot of love was always so very present. We will forever treasure those memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God bless and please take care!
#3 Comment By Kenny Williams On July 11, 2021 @ 5:47 am
July 11,2021
Aunt Weeze:
Your life was an inspiration to us all. God blessed you with a long life and the many happy children and relatives who survive you will be inspired to be better people because of the example of your love and understanding.
Your nephew. Kenny Williams
#4 Comment By Heather Williams On July 11, 2021 @ 12:47 pm
Great Aunt Weeze,
Never is there I time I don’t remember you being all all family functions – weddings, funerals, etc. You were always kind, smart, conversational and so loving. A pure job to be around. Rest in peace. Give Grandpa and all else who have passed in our family hugs until I’m there.
Great niece, Heather Williams