Ryan H. Woodson

I just found out about Ryan Woodson’s passing. He was a wonderful person. He always had a smile and had kind words to share and greet you! He was missed by the school district as he was helpful to all! God bless his family and may you find strength through God’s guidance!

Dear Karla, Nathan and Katie. We are so sorry to hear of Ryan's passing. Ryan and your family are our family. We love you and cannot imagine how you are feeling. May God be your source of comfort and peace at this difficult time. Love James, Karen, Shauna, Wesley and Leah

Ryan, You will always be my best man friend, and I miss you. I always enjoyed our visits on the phone and the videos you sent to Janie and me. I will never forget that special day when I introduced you to your dear Karla. Being your Best Man at your wedding and Janie being Karla’s Maid of Honor was one of the best moments of our lives. You will always live in our hearts as we share our memories with Karla. I know how much you love God, and I know you are so proud of your family. I’m happy we have such great memories of coming out and visiting you and your family. We will always love you, and you can know that Karla will be held close to our hearts forever. We will be praying for all of your family who you loved and loved you. You will never be forgotten. We know you are having a good time in heaven and I know my mom Carrittus welcomed you in with open arms. Rest in the arms of Jesus. Jerry and Janie Myers

Ryan was very friendly, helpful, responsible and respectable person. Working with him at King school for many years was a pleasant memory! During the break, he often chatted with us and talked a lot about his family and hometown. He was so proud of his wife and children and loved them so much! We feel so sad and sorry for his family, and you are in our thought and prayers!

I was so very lucky to work with Ryan for so many years at King School! As a classroom teacher , I appreciated Ryan visiting my classroom each morning to encourage me and give me words of wisdom when I had those "tough classes" ! Throughout the years , Ryan was always there to help set-up for Veteran's Day assemblies, Civil War programs, 5th grade graduations, and more . He loved to come to all of the classroom dinners we had and I can see him sitting there eating with the students ! The students at King loved him ! He had silly nicknames for all of them and they loved that about our "Mr. Woodson." Ryan was the kind of friend that called to wish you Happy Birthday, Merry Christmas, and on and on. He never forgot a holiday !! I was really lucky to call him my friend ! To Ryan's family , he always spoke so highly of all of you and I know how heartbroken you must be . You are in my prayers!

I am so very sorry for your loss. I can only think of smiles, laughter, kindness & compassion when I think of Ryan. He was truly a wonderful man who took great pleasure in doing everything he could to make our workdays together at King School enjoyable. Ryan always made time for everyone, no natter how busy he was. I thought of him as a brother because he just possessed & embraced that true sense of community. God bless his soul & all of you at this most difficult time. My thought & prayers will be with you.

Ryan is my cousin. I live in Virginia. We all grew up in the same neighborhood going from house playing, eating and sometimes spending the night. After moving to Illinois he would come back to Virginia for visits come by to see me. My heart is heavy. To his wife, children and grandchildren so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest condolences. It's a loss for our whole family. May God be with you and bring you peace in the days and years to come.

So very sorry to hear the passing of Ryan. Praying that the Lord will hold each of you close in these sad and difficult times. All the years that we lived next door he never showed us anything but kindness, a true gentleman he was.

For 35-years my dad has given me unconditional love and support. There aren’t any words I can use to properly describe what he has meant to me.

Ryan and I was first cousins, and we both lived in Wingina Virginia. Ryan had one brother named George Woodson, who is decease.One sister named Helen Woodson who is deceased. At the age of 14, Ryan and I went to Connecticut to harvest and pick tobacco in 1971. We earned about $1,000.00 for working. The work was hard and difficult. Ryan and I lived in same house, and we had 11 children in the house. Ryan and I would call and text each week. He taught himself to play the guitar. Ryan could also sing. He loved his family. I will remember him with smiles and laughter. Rest in peace cousin Ryan Hart Woodson.

I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Woodson's passing, and am holding your family close in my heart. I knew him over many years with Urbana School District, and he always had a smile for me and a wonderful way of making me feel welcomed and that I was important to him -- even when we passed quickly in the school hallways. He was a wonderful human and we will long remember his many, many kindnesses over the years. So very sorry for your great loss.

I had the privilege to work one summer with Ryan when I worked for the School District. He ultimately is the reason Nate and I became such good friends. Ryan was fun to work with, great to talk to, had an amazing heart and always talked so highly of his kids. The world lost a great man, but heaven gained a special person. I will always cherish the times I got to spend with Ryan.