Woodland Funeral Chapel Obituaries

Understanding the Importance of Funeral Homes: Woodland Funeral Chapel

When a loved one passes away, it can be a difficult and overwhelming experience. During this emotional time, it's essential to have a trusted funeral home to guide you through the process of saying goodbye. Woodland Funeral Chapel, located at 305 Cottonwood St, Woodland, CA, 95695, is a reputable and compassionate funeral home that provides exceptional services to families in need.

A Brief History of Woodland Funeral Chapel

Woodland Funeral Chapel has been serving the Woodland community for many years, providing a tranquil and comforting environment for families to celebrate the lives of their loved ones. The funeral home's rich history is built on a foundation of trust, respect, and dedication to excellence. With a team of experienced professionals, Woodland Funeral Chapel has earned a reputation for delivering personalized and meaningful funeral services that honor the memories of those who have passed.

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James Carroll O'Mary - January 02, 1965 - February 29, 2020

Departed: 02/29/2020 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: James Carroll O’Mary, II

James was born January 2, 1965 at Ft. Sill in Oklahoma to James and Marta O’Mary.

James had an infectious laugh, sense of humor, love for life, the outdoors, and the will to help others. Along with spending time with Shelley and Ruger at the Beach or on the trails, he truly had a passion for his job. He met so many people through his business Cold Draft Refrigeration. Many he regarded as family and friends. He loved helping and meeting new people. He enjoyed hearing their stories, some funny and some sad and sharing those stories as well as his own with those around him.

In the last couple of years, he took up bee keeping (Sacramento Area Bee Association) and fly fishing (Davis Fly Fishers). He was always willing to help and volunteer for the clubs he belonged to.

James was preceded in death by his father James and his brother Jimmy. He is survived by his wife Shelley, his step children Jerry King and Caitlin Howard, his mother Marta, his brother O’Shea (wife Diana), niece Lily, cousins Gina Fredrickson, Irven McGoohan, Ashley McGoohan, and Farrell McGoohan, and his beloved dog Ruger.

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Glenn Baker - September 02, 1961 - January 26, 2020

Departed: 01/26/2020 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Glenn Baker.

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Norman Ma Gill - May 23, 1934 - December 09, 2019

Departed: 12/09/2019 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: Norman Joseph Ma Gill II, Senior Master Sergeant United States Air Force (Retired).

Born May 23, 1934 In the family home in St. Johnsbury, VT, to Norman Joseph Ma Gill and Eliza Atlanta (Burt) Ma Gill, originally of Quebec, Canada.

He grew up in St. Johnsbury with his family (Gloria, Iris, Oliver and Joyce) and graduated from the St. Johnsbury Trade School 12 June 1952 with a concentration in Radio. He got a job in Boston working for Raytheon, where he worked in electronics and building of “wire looms”, before he enlisted in the Air Force on 10 July 1954.

One of Dad’s early assignments was to Neah Bay, Washington, where he was a radar technician. The Peninsula of Washington was a sparsely populated area in 1956. Dad (and the other service members) would often travel east to Clallam Bay, where there was a small town that had a Tavern. Dad took a liking to the Tavern Keeper’s daughter, Kathleen. She was known by her family as “Tootie”…but Dad erred and thought her nickname was “Boots”. They became an “item” and married on 2 February 1957, (Ground Hog’s Day). The nickname Dad had given her stuck and became their joke for the next 55 years. Mom passed in December 2012, leaving six grown children: Tim, Leah, Monty, Norman III (Joe), Dan, and Daryl.

Dad’s specialty in the Air Force was radar. He worked his way up in the field and was a subject matter expert. He worked around the country on numerous different radar systems including Distant Early Warning systems and other specialized systems. He was sent on two “Isolated Remote” assignments to Alaska ( ’62 and ’70) and an “Accompanied Tour” of 2 years to Iran in 1974. When he returned to the US in 1977 he went back to school to further his education and get his Bachelor’s degree so he could advance his career and his knowledge. He retired at McClellan AFB, Sacramento, CA on 9 August 1984 as a Senior Master Sergeant. In all, he served his country for more than 30 years, as he built his family, his friends and his life. After retirement from the military, he continued to live in Citrus Heights, and worked for Auto Gator and later SAIC- using his love of cars at Auto Gator and his vast knowledge of electronics and mechanics to repair military communications and mobile air traffic control systems at SAIC. Dad was always available to help with car advice and repairs and everyone referred to him as CG – Car God, we benefited from his advice, experience and wisdom.

He loved the weather, the community and his friends in the local area. His family tried for years to get him to move closer to one of his children and he often considered it- however, like everything he did in this world, he listened to the opinions and advise of others, he argued the points with them, (and conceded a few from time to time) but followed his own path.

Dad was an interesting person with many talents. He could cook, sew, play music, fix cars, fix/build furniture and houses, do plumbing and electrical work, even manufacture his own parts when he couldn’t find what he needed, all in addition to his day job of electronics and radar. When Mom (“Boots”) declined due to dementia, he was her primary care giver to her very last day. He basically fed her every bite of every meal, before he even fed himself. He nursed her through at least 15 years of dementia until influenza overcame her weakened body and nearly got him at the same time. He was a caring person who often went out of his way to help others in need, whether he just lent an ear or counseled when they needed, fixed a hot meal, or helped fixing their car: he would do whatever he could. Animals were no different, over the years there was a steady stream of animals who needed care that came through our house. He always had a big heart and an open door.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Hazel (“Boots”) Ma Gill, his brother Oliver Ma Gill, and his sister, Iris Gardner. He is survived by his sisters Gloria Russell and Joyce Ryder.

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Robert Moeller - Unknown - June 25, 2019

Departed: 06/25/2019 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Robert Moeller.

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Fred Kapatkin - September 22, 1927 - February 18, 2019

Departed: 02/18/2019 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Fred Kapatkin.

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Natalie Corona - July 26, 1996 - January 10, 2019

Departed: 01/10/2019 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Natalie Corona.

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MARY STATZEL - October 12, 1930 - June 04, 2018

Departed: 06/04/2018 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for MARY STATZEL.

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William Ritchey - June 29, 1938 - October 21, 2017

Departed: 10/21/2017 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: William Clarence Ritchey

Surrounded by his family, Bill Ritchey peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 21, 2017, at the age of 79 years.

He was born on June 29, 1938 in Moline, Illinois, and moved to Southern California when he was 5. He grew up with his brother Jack and cousins Delbert, Clifford, David, and Shirley. Bill graduated from El Monte High School and served in the US Navy on the USS Essex aircraft carrier for four years. He relocated to Woodland in 1975 and a year later he met Anna Tsourounaki while she was visiting her Greek relatives. They married on August 21, 1976. They moved to Newport, Oregon for 4 years, and then settled in Woodland California for the last 35 years. Bill worked as a machinist until he retired in 2003. Bill and Anna celebrated their 41st anniversary 2 months ago.

Bill loved classic cars, dogs, camping, fishing, old western movies, country and western gospel, his country, God, and his family near and far.

He is survived by his wife Anna; daughters Kari McCoy, Lori Ritchey, and Christina Rocha; 5 grandchildren, Tina, Brandon, Danielle, Cristiana, Jeff; 6 great-grandchildren, Logan, Gemma, Lexi, Delyla, Luciano, and Jax; nieces and nephews, Tami, Michalis, Angeliki, and great-nephews and nieces, George, Angel, and Penny, and his beloved dog, Rudy.

Bill was preceded in death by his father Clarence, mother Hazel, and brother Jack.

A viewing will be on Wednesday, October 25, from 5:30-7:30 at Calvary Baptist Church in Woodland, CA.

A funeral and celebration of Bill’s life will be held at 11:30am, on Thursday, October 26, at Calvary Baptist Church.

Bill will be laid to rest at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, CA. After the burial, family and friends are welcome to an open house reception in his home.

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Selma Kapatkin - December 11, 1929 - October 06, 2017

Departed: 10/06/2017 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: Selma Kapatkin Obituary (December 11, 1929- October 6, 2017)

Selma Kapatkin of Woodland CA died on October 6, 2017 in her home after a battle with esophageal cancer. She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Fred Kapatkin and her loving children Keith Kapatkin and his wife, Robynne (Knoxville TN), children and grandchildren, and Amy Kapatkin and her husband, Bob Poppenga, and children (Davis CA).

Funeral will be at the National Cemetery 5810 Midway Rd, Dixon, CA 95620, Saturday October 7 at 9:30 AM for 30 minutes.

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Margaret Bender - October 26, 1928 - September 29, 2017

Departed: 09/29/2017 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: Margaret Bender of Woodland, CA passed peacefully on September 29, 2017 at the age of 88. She was born in Arkansas on October 26, 1928 to Walter and Winnie Ward. A visitation will be held at 2:00pm on Friday, October 6, 2017 at New Testament Church in Woodland. The funeral service will follow at 3:00pm. Burial at St Joseph's cemetery will be at 11:00am on Saturday, October 7, 2017.

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Connie Pressley - April 03, 1934 - September 14, 2017

Departed: 09/14/2017 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Connie Pressley.

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AURORA MITCHAM - June 19, 1930 - July 18, 2017

Departed: 07/18/2017 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for AURORA MITCHAM.

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Richard Burgess - April 26, 1937 - June 26, 2017

Departed: 06/26/2017 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: Rest in Peace Dad. Richard Allen Burgess, April 26, 1937-June 26, 2017- Beloved Father, Son, Brother, Grandfather and West Texas High School Football Legend!!

You will be missed.

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LaDonna Gallego - June 04, 1934 - November 21, 2016

Departed: 11/21/2016 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: LaDonna Mae Gallego was born on June 1, 1934 and passed on November 21, 2016.

LaDonna is survived by her three children: Lillie Rutledge, Teresa Barrales, and Mark Gallego. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, as well as three of her eleven siblings: Clyde Ely, Jerry Ely, and Leonard Ely.

LaDonna was loved by many and will be dearly missed by friends and family. She was devoted to helping family members. She dearly loved Jesus and we believe she is joyfully resting with him now.

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Maria Gutierrez - October 14, 1923 - March 26, 2016

Departed: 03/26/2016 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: Maria Gutierrez, 92, of Woodland, California, passed away peacefully at Woodland Memorial Hospital on Saturday, March 26, 2016, with family by her side.

She was born October 22, 1923, in Chihuahua, Mexico and immigrated to the United States in 1959, making Woodland her home. Family was center of her life. Her greatest joy was to cook and feed all that came to her house, be it friends or family. She was a pillar of strength and her steadfast example will be with us always.

She was preceded in death by daughters Velia Gutierrez and Elida Ramos and son Ramon Gutierrez. She is survived by her husband of 72 years, Otilio Gutierrez, her children Isedora Gallardo, Jose (Martha) Gutierrez and Hector (Lynda) Gutierrez, ten grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

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Lee Ward - October 31, 1954 - February 09, 2016

Departed: 02/09/2016 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: A celebration of life for Lee Farris Ward was held at Calvary Baptist Church in Concord, California on February 13, 2016. Burial services were held at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery on February 16, 2016. Arrangements were

thru the Woodland Funeral Chapel in Woodland, California. Lee was born on October 31, 1954 in Helena, Arkansas and passed away on February 9, 2016 at the VA Medical Center in Martinez, California after a long courageous battle with cancer. Lee was raised in Baytown, Texas. He was a

graduate of Ross S. Sterling High School. Lee was preceded in death by his parents Jeff Dale and Alma Jeannette Ward;

brother Jeff Dulaney Ward; sister Jane Ward Tatum and niece Lisa Wilkerson Guy. He is survived by his daughter Anjale Ward; son Lee Ward, Jr.; grandson Christian;

sister and brother in law Jeannette and Dennis Wilkerson; brother and sister in law James and Kathy Ward; several nieces; great nieces and nephews.

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Jorge Xaxocoteco Zavaleta - December 11, 1996 - January 25, 2015

Departed: 01/25/2015 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Jorge Xaxocoteco Zavaleta.

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Tommy Nix - January 18, 1923 - October 08, 2014

Departed: 10/08/2014 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Tommy Nix.

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Elizabeth Spring - August 21, 1925 - October 08, 2014

Departed: 10/08/2014 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Elizabeth Spring.

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Patsy Cotterel - September 11, 1932 - October 02, 2014

Departed: 10/02/2014 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Patsy Cotterel.

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Erin O'Hagan - October 18, 1957 - September 27, 2014

Departed: 09/27/2014 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Erin O'Hagan.

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Kenneth Gambee - December 27, 1954 - September 27, 2014

Departed: 09/27/2014 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Kenneth Gambee.

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Margaret Henryson - July 25, 1911 - September 25, 2014

Departed: 09/25/2014 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Margaret Henryson.

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James Sanders - November 24, 1931 - September 17, 2014

Departed: 09/17/2014 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for James Sanders.

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Peter Haden - March 17, 1952 - September 17, 2014

Departed: 09/17/2014 (Woodland)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Peter Haden.

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Services Offered by Woodland Funeral Chapel

Woodland Funeral Chapel offers a wide range of services to cater to the unique needs of each family. From traditional funeral services to cremation options, memorial gatherings, and celebrations of life, the funeral home provides personalized solutions that reflect the personality and spirit of the deceased. Some of the services offered include:

• Funeral planning and coordination
• Cremation services
• Burial services
• Memorial gatherings and celebrations of life
• Grief support and counseling
• Pre-planning and pre-funding options

The Benefits of Pre-Planning with Woodland Funeral Chapel

Pre-planning your funeral may seem like a daunting task, but it can provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones. By making arrangements ahead of time, you can ensure that your final wishes are respected, and your family is spared from making difficult decisions during an emotional time. Woodland Funeral Chapel offers pre-planning and pre-funding options that allow you to take control of your funeral arrangements, ensuring that your farewell is both personal and meaningful.

The Role of Grief Support in the Healing Process

Losing a loved one can be a devastating experience, and the grieving process can be long and challenging. Woodland Funeral Chapel understands the importance of grief support and offers resources to help families navigate their emotions during this difficult time. From counseling services to support groups, the funeral home provides a safe and comforting environment for individuals to express their feelings and find solace.

The Importance of Celebrating Life

A funeral service is not just about saying goodbye; it's also an opportunity to celebrate the life and legacy of the person who has passed. Woodland Funeral Chapel believes in honoring the memories of loved ones through personalized ceremonies that reflect their personality, interests, and achievements. By sharing stories, memories, and anecdotes, families can create a meaningful tribute that celebrates the life of their loved one.

Why Choose Woodland Funeral Chapel?

When selecting a funeral home, it's essential to choose a provider that shares your values and priorities. Woodland Funeral Chapel stands out from other funeral homes due to its commitment to excellence, compassion, and personalized service. Here are some reasons why families choose Woodland Funeral Chapel:

• Experienced staff with a deep understanding of the grieving process
• Personalized services tailored to meet individual needs
• A peaceful and comforting environment for families to gather
• A reputation for excellence and trust within the community
• A range of options to suit different budgets and preferences

Conclusion: Trusting Woodland Funeral Chapel with Your Final Farewell

Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy, but with the guidance and support of Woodland Funeral Chapel, families can find comfort in knowing that they are not alone. By choosing Woodland Funeral Chapel, you can rest assured that your farewell will be both dignified and meaningful. With its rich history, experienced staff, and commitment to excellence, Woodland Funeral Chapel is the perfect choice for families seeking a trusted partner in their time of need.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their family, accomplishments, and any notable achievements.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a permanent record of a person's life and legacy.

Who typically writes an obituary?

In most cases, the obituary is written by the family or close friends of the deceased, often with the assistance of a funeral home or cremation service. In some cases, a professional writer or journalist may be hired to write the obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service (if applicable), and surviving family members. It may also include hobbies, interests, achievements, and other personal details.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform. Typically, it ranges from 100 to 500 words. However, some publications may have specific word count limits or requirements.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a great way to personalize the tribute and make it more meaningful.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?

The submission process varies depending on the publication or platform. You can usually find guidelines on their website or by contacting their customer service department directly.

Is there a cost associated with publishing an obituary?

In most cases, yes. The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform, with prices ranging from $50 to several hundred dollars.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, it's becoming increasingly common for people to write their own obituaries in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a more detailed tribute that provides a fuller picture of the person's life.

Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! An obituary should reflect the personality and spirit of the person who has passed away. Including humor or anecdotes can help celebrate their life and make the tribute more engaging.

How do I handle sensitive or difficult information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive or difficult aspects of the person's life that you're unsure how to address in the obituary, consider consulting with family members or close friends for guidance.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial information in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations or memorial funds in the obituary as a way to honor their loved one's memory.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publication varies depending on the publication or platform. Online platforms may publish immediately, while print newspapers may take several days or weeks.

Can I edit or update an obituary after it's been published?

In most cases, no. Once an obituary is published, it becomes a permanent record. However, some online platforms may allow for corrections or updates.

What if I need to make corrections to an already-published obituary?

Contact the publication or platform directly to report any errors or request corrections. They will guide you through their process for making changes.

Can I republish an obituary at a later date?

Sometimes, yes. Depending on the publication or platform, you may be able to republish an obituary on special occasions such as anniversaries or birthdays.

Are there any specific formatting or style guidelines for writing an obituary?