David Arthur Woodard

1925 - 2011  (85 years)

• Name	David Arthur Woodard
  Born	28 Nov 1925	Tacoma, Pierce Co, Washington, USA
  Gender	Male
  Died	21 Oct 2011	Washington, USA
  Person ID	I9375	A00 Hoar and Horr Families North America
  Last Modified	1 May 2012

  
  

  Family	Rosalie Hoar,   b. 1 Aug 1929, Kelso, Cowlitz Co, Washington, USA
  Married	16 Jun 1951	Tacoma, Pierce Co, Washington, USA
  Last Modified	22 Mar 2009
  Family ID	F4180	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

• Notes

  [[ Obituary: Daily Herald, The (Everett, WA) - October 27, 2011 Deceased Name: David Arthur Woodard Capt. USN (Retired) David Woodard, 85, of Arlington, WA died October 21, 2011 from complications of Alzheimer's disease. David was born in 1925 in Tacoma, WA to Bertha and William Woodard. Joining the Navy during WWII at age 17 he became a highly decorated carrier pilot and squadron leader. He was an inspiring speaker and writer during his 32 years of service and was honored for heroism and leadership. Soon after retiring he completed his history degree at the UW. He enjoyed his later years at the Arlington Gleneagle Golf Course golfing, playing bridge and poker and traveling with dear friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Rosalie (Hoar); children, Jeffrey, Betsy (Kipper) and Wendy; sister, Barbara Simonson; brother, Bill; and five grandchildren. He was predeceased by his daughter, Andrea. Military "Honors "Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, November 1 at 1:00 p.m. at Tahoma National Cemetery, 18600 SE 240th St., Kent, WA. A reception will follow the outdoor service at the Meridian Valley Country Club, 24830 136th Ave SE, Kent, WA.