70, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 11, 2018, surrounded by family, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. John leaves behind his caring wife of 49 years, Pat, his children Adam (and Danielle), Ryan and Craig and his grandchildren Stacy and Abby. John was an avid reader, dedicated marathon runner and cycling enthusiast. John also enjoyed winters with Pat on Destin’s sandy white beaches. A special thank you to the staff at Hospice Wellington and the Bayshore nurses for their amazing support and professionalism. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of will be held at a later date. Donations can be made in John’s name to Hospice Wellington.
A tree will be planted in memory of John J. Woods in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest, University of Guelph Arboretum. Dedication service, Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 2:30 pm.