Wallace Leroy DeWoody
Dearest DeWoody Family-Vince and I are so deeply saddened for your loss. Wally was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed by all. We always enjoyed hearing your stories, Jan about the " early years". I will always remember how you and Wally laughed so hard telling us about how the two of you ran around and threw firecrackers at each other. It was so easy to tell all the pride and love Wally had for his family. I know the all the DeWoody family will keep his spirit alive and find comfort with so many beautiful memories. Much love-Vince & Polly Calise
Vincent T Calise
indian harbour beach
FL
Mollie: Sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
David
Grimes
IA
I was so sad to hear about Wally passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Amy Elam-Hadley
Cocoa
FL
Dear Mollie and Family - Although I never had much of a conversation with your dad I was a young kid when we used to come over to the house to rent canoe's... he was always friendly to me and in many ways over the following 20+ years a guy I looked up to even just in passing when I'd drive by your house and see him working on something - or occassionally see him at the hardware store - because he always seemed like a hard worker, he had his own business for many years, he was a hands on guy, and he had a really great family! I'm sure he'll be very missed by many! I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you Mollie and your family - Eric & Janell
Eric Baldwin
Marion
IA
I enjoyed stopping to talk with you and Janet in the yard, over the past several years, as I regularly walked past your house. It was satisfying watching you craft your landscaping ideas right before my eyes. I will miss you for that.
George Pray Yeomans
Marion
IA
Our thoughts are with your family at this difficult time. A memorial from our firm in honor of Wallace has been made to the First Lutheran Church Flood Relief Fund.
Simmons Perrine PLC
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Jan: I was very sad to read about Wally's passing. I want to send you our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy. May God grant you inner strength and inspiration at this very sad time. We are praying for all of you. Sincerely, Anne Ledvina Richard Mark and Kurt - Sons Cassandra and Alex - Grandchildren
Anne Ledvina
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dearest Jan and family..I have so many great memories of time spent with you. Jan, foremost as an intregal connection to learn of my personal savior Jesus. To be in a bible study with you was priceless. Then the many times as a family sharing time with the horses with Jarry and my boys, Brian and Mark. Your hospitality is well remembered. I can sure remember Wally running Ruby accross Thomas Park field! Lots of fun memories of a wonderful caring family. My sincere sympathy to you all. As my husband Dean is struggling with terminal cancer most likely I will not make it to see you in person. Blessings to you all. Carrol
Carrol Johnson Chipokas
Cedar Rapids
IA
To Janet & Family, How well I remember Wally from our High School days at Marion. Even though I was an under classman at the time, class of 56 it still seems like only yesterday during 1955 when the WAMAC Football team with Wally as our Quarterback ran on to the field located down by the American Legion Pool the old stadium. Number 26 Gold Jersey always led us. You were a leader Wally! The other Guest Book comments from friends and well wishers all express that Wally's deeds indicate that he maintained leadership qualities throughout his entire lifes journey. I want express my sincere condolences to Janet, her children and the entire DeWoody family during this time remembering Wally's wonderful life story and his important accomplishments, not only for the benefit of his family but for others as well... Remember, we will all meet again one day.......... My best regards, George H. Brewer
George Brewer Class of 56
St. Charles
IL
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire DeWoody family.
Andrea Wilson Houser
Marion
IA
Gwen and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I still have many good memories of Wally from being at your place or out at Pinicon Ridge renting a boat. I know my parents thought the world of him as well as many others who's lives he touched. Your all in our prayers.
Ed Godar
Marion
IA
I had the privilege of working with Wally 45 years ago at Nissen Corporation. I fondly remember Wally as a wonderful, thoughtful young man who always spoke of his family with a great deal of admiration and affection. My sympathy to the DeWoody family in this time of deep sorrow.
Virjean Goldsmith Svoboda
Overgaard
AZ
Jan & Family, I'm thinking of you all; you are in my thoughts and prayers. Wally will be missed by so many people. Wally was a pleasure to be around. I will always remember him as being a fun and caring man. I had the pleasure to work with Wally, Mollie, Todd, and Brad at the Park in Central City. That was my favorite job - just loved working there w/ Wally and his family. Everyone was always so nice and fun! I will always remember the canoe trips down the Wapsi that always took much longer than they should, but Wally was always there waiting for us w/ a huge smile on his face anxious to hear about all the fun we had! I know Wally really cared and loved his family as he talked about everyone often. He touched the hearts of many people. He will be missed. God Bless Wally and each and every one of you. Keith
Keith Welch
Cedar Falls
IA
Dear Janet, My prayers are with you. My husband died in 2004 so I know how difficult it is. I was one of the Emerson Elem. kids and lived on the edge of town. Wally was among the several kids including Phyllis Carlson who would gather in a pasture there and play work up! May God send His Spirit to comfort you with the knowledge of His love and the fact of resurrection--His and ours! Betsey
Betsey Wachal Kurth
Chicago
IL
Dear Jan & Family, We were so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. We will always remember him with a great respect. He was always so caring and kindhearted. We pray that his spirit guides you all throughout your lives daily as a gentle reminder of his love for you all. We wish you all peace and comfort from each other during this time and the days to come. God Bless, Rebecca & Bert Spore
Rebecca & Bert Spore
Cedar Rapids
IA
Jan, I remember all the years Wally and you devoted to us scouts, putting up with all the pranks, taking the trips down the Wapsie, to Camp and to Canada. He was there - always with a smile - giving of himself to those of us who needed a hand. He will be missed - but I'm sure God must have needed his help or he wouldn't have taken Wally so soon. Ed
Ed Urbanek
Des Moines
IA
Julie, Words can't express the sorrow I felt when I heard about your Dad. I was always made to feel so welcome at your home and it warmed my heart to see how close your family was! It was always a treat when the girl scouts ended up at the DeWoody's for one reason or another. You could feel the love in your home the minute you walked through the door. And Jan, what a loss to loose your life partner, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family. You will always have a special place in my heart. Love, Micki
Micki Mead Telgenhoff
Marion
IA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dallas & Jo Fairley
Altamont
IL
Dear DeWoody family, I'm sure thinking of all of you. I have so many memories of spending time at your home. You all mean a lot to me and I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Wally was a great man and he always treated me just like one of the kids. I love you all and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Rae Ann
Rae Ann Inge
Cincinnati
OH
Wally was a peach to the MHS special ed kids who rode his bus. He was their best customer for banana Laffy Taffy at their candy store. If the Almighty has some building projects, she now has a foreman in Wally. God bless.
Lynn and Harry Baumert
Marion
IA
I first met Wally at Emerson School and we would walk home together. Then we went on to MHS where he really made his mark. I always enjoyed seeing Wally and Janet at all of the Marion High School class reunions since then. I was just looking at the 1954 Quill and at Wally's picture the comment was "I'm no angel", but I'll be he is!! Wally was a sweet person and will be greatly missed!
Elaine McGee-O'Malley
Irvine
CA
What a great picture of Uncle Wally! I will always remember the time when he cut the chicken's head off after it was attacking me. Then it continued to run around with it's head cut off. After that moment, I thought Uncle Wally was a hero and the greatest thing ever. That is just one of many stories I will always remember about Uncle Wally and the whole DeWoody family. Love, Andy & Wendi Neal
Andy & Wendi Krejca Neal
Marion
IA
Wally was a great neighbor. We have all missed the sound of his tractor running, even into the late evening. My 3 year old son and I got to know Wally on our daily walks. Wally would stop from time to time to chat with us about his yard and his family. He would even give Caleb rides on his golf cart around the neighborhood. Every time we pass his house Caleb chatters about Wally and asks where he is. Wally, you sure are missed. Thank you for taking the time to get to know us. Our prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Esther and Caleb Mossman
Esther Mossman
Marion
IA
Janet and family I was saddened by this news May your faith carry you through this loss.
Tom Domer
Deer Park
TX
I not only knew Wally from the school, I went to school with Mollie. I spent many grade school years at the house. My brother, Brian, went to school with Brad too. I am very saddened to hear of the loss of such a great man. He will be missed by many. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Melissa Wilson Wolfe
Melissa Wolfe
Cedar Rapids
IA
Janet, we are so sorry to read of Wally's death. We have good memories of our time in Marion and especially of our Resurrection Lutheran Church family. You, Wally and the children were a part of those memories. We just want you to know that you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. We would love to hear from you sometime. Love, Betty and Ed
Ed and Betty Ledvina
Abingdon
VA
Gary & I worked at Nissen Corp. with Wally - back in the early days of Nissen. Our sympathy do all of the DeWoody family. Gary & Joy Brecht
Gary & Joy Brecht
Liberty
MO
DeWoody Family, I am very sorry and heart broken to hear of your loss. I have a lot of great memories and I feel lucky and blessed to have known a man like Mr. DeWoody. Our thoughts and prayers go out all of you; God Bless Yours truly, E. Egeberg
Erik Egeberg
Des Moines
IA
Jan: So sorry to hear of your loss. Fond memories of you both from our youth at M.H.S. May God Bless you & your family at this sad & difficult time. Love, Joanie
Joanie Peck
Mesquite
NV
From myself and my family, I send only the deepest of condolences to each of you. Such a long time ago, you welcomed myself and my family into your lives and home. I have several fond memories of running around the property in Marion and working the Wapsi canoe trips with Wally leading the way. I remember him quite well and extend my sincere sympathy for such a profound loss.
Kevin Lewis
Chicago
IL
Todd and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Wally. I remember your father being a sweet man with a smile on his face who was nothing but warm and kind to me. I also remember him making fun of me because it took me 15 minutes to figure out how to get out of your driveway! There really are no words that I can write that will adequately say how I feel for your family at this time. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Warmest Regards, Sandy TranHamilton
Sandy Tran-Hamilton
Bettendorf
IA
A great man has been called to Heaven all to soon....Wally was always my favorite bus driver when I was younger, always caring and had a huge heart. DeWoody family I am very sorry for your loss. I will always cherish the memories growing up and you all always being there for everyone when ever there was a need, I remember one time I was late getting to the bus stop and had to walk to school and Wally was heading back to the bus barn and he actually stopped, picked me up and took me to school : He always had everyone else's best interest at heart and that made him such a GREAT MAN! If there is anything you need or I can do please let me know. Quenten and James can get my number from Grandma Darlene and I will be there. So sorry for your loss....Much Love~ Heather Prohaska Clark
Heather Clark Prohaska
Cedar Rapids
IA
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time, God Bless
Kristin Wilson
Hiawatha
IA
All of us here at Florida Moving Systems Inc. would to extend our depest sympathies to the DeWoody family. Our prayers are with you.
Florida Moving Systems Inc
Melbourne
FL
I am so sorry for your loss. I am a 4th grade teacher at FMI and knew Wally well from field trips. He was one of the greatest drivers we could ask for. I also knew Wally when I was younger as I went to school with Todd before he went on to Linn Mar. You and your entire family are in my families thoughts and prayers!
Melissa Gehring Cannon
Marion
IA
I want your family to know that I am very sorry for your loss. You all have been great to my brother and I as long as I can remember and Wally was a great guy. He will be missed very much by many people. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your family in your time of need.
Kendra Hatcher
Marion
IA
Dear Janet and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Wally. Growing up and hanging out at your house and at the canoe rental with Gwen will always be fond memories for me. Wally's favorite term of endearment for me was, "What are you up to turkey?" He will be in my heart always. My thoughts are with you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to lighten your loss. Love you, Shelly
Shelly Smith O'Neal
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Jan and family, Ever since you bought my folks' place, I've felt like I've known you well. You were great neighbors and our kids loved spending time with yours. Wally was a great, gentle person and he will be missed. Bless all of you. Love, Lois
Carl and Lois Foster
Marion
IA
Mollie and family, I am very sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Jo Hicks Hook
Cedar Rapids
IA
Todd, Sorry to hear about your dad. Just want you to know I am thinking of you. Kyle Young
kyle Young
milwaukee
WI
Dear Jan and family, It is with a heavy heart and tear filled eyes that I compose this memorial. I am deeply saddened for your loss. Wally was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed by all. My memories of Wally and the time I have spent with your family are endless. I was privileged to work at Twin River Supply for 13 years. I recall hanging out at the boat rental when I was only 8 years old. My older siblings had all worked or were currently working and I was eager for my chance. Wally, being the comedian he always was, finally came over to me and said “Listen turkey, either start picking up lifejackets or you are going for a swim.” Little did I know that I would be working side by side with the DeWoody family for 13 years creating a family-like bond that is everlasting. During that time we enjoyed numerous canoe trips, 4th of July bottle rocket fights, Christmas parties, sledding at Pinicon Ridge, trips to Adventureland and Chicago, Mollie’s softball games, and numerous sleepovers. Wally was a fantastic employer! He was a businessman, teacher and a father figure to not just his own children but whoever was blessed to have known him. He will be missed by all, but his love for life will live in all of us forever.
Julie Hamilton Dort
Papillion
NE
Jan, Brad, and entire DeWoody Family, We just returned from vacation and heard of Wally's passing - what a shock. We remember the days in Cub Scouts and then in Troop 59 - wonderful memories. We will remember Wally's smile and always a kind word - even when the Scouts were being not so 'Scoutly'. I ran into Wally at the grocery store one day with our Brad's son, Jaden, and had a nice visit with him. I pass your house almost every day going to and from work and would see Wally out in the yard working or may see him walking down to the bus barns. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The world has lost a very special man.
Ed and Wanda Van Dee
Marion
IA
Jan, Molly and the rest of the DeWoody's. I am so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. I remember all the fun times canoeing with all of you and living up the street until we moved to Atlanta. Give my best to the rest of the kids. Also Mom and Dad send their best. You all are in our prayers. Love, Shane, Rex and Jackie Bonebrake.
Shane Bonebrake
Cartersville
GA
Mollie, Just wanted to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will always remember going to Picnic Ridge to rent canoes and your Dad helping us out, he was such a nice man. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Bobbi Jo Henderson Knapp
Bobbi Jo Knapp
Marion
IA
Janet, Julie and family, This news was unexpected. You have my heartfelt condolences. Sincerely, James King
James King
St. Charles
MO
Jan- I was very sorry to hear about the passing of your husband, Wally. You are in our thoughts and prayers. -The Lantz Family
Evie Lantz
Marion
IA
Dear Jan and family, I was saddened to hear of your loss. The news reminded me of all of the good times we had through scouting and made me realize how long ago that was and how easy it can be to loose contact with those who meant so much to us.
Terry Godar
Dillsburg
PA
Julie and Family : I was sorry to learn of your loss and my prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Deb Waters Schwitters
Knoxville
TN
To Brad, and thet rest of the DeWoody family. I just found out the news today and I'm so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I had the pleasure of knowing Wally for about the last 25 to 30 years and he was a great man.
Colin & Erica Wilkinson
Marion
IA
So sorry to hear of your loss. May the good memories with Wallace comfort you in this time of sorrow. God Bless! Mavis Lovik
Mavis Lovik
Cedar Rapids
IA
Jerry - I am so sorry to hear about your brother. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. God bless, Marla Taylor
Marla Taylor
Central City
IA
Dear Jan and family: It was with great shock that I learned of Wally's passing. Mother and my brothers family were in Washington State. Terry wrote me of the news, from the paper. I had always hoped that you both would get the chance to come visit us. Always know that our door is open and we continue to pray for you. Our condolences to the family, as we rest assured that Wally is now planning another major canoe trip for us.
Roger & Shirley Repstien
Altamonte Springs
FL
Jan and family, I want you to know how sorry I am about your loss. I loved his sense of humor, and will miss the "teasings" he always delivered when I rode on the bus with my kids. Take comfort in knowing that many people were touched by Wally's life. Take care!
Gwen Buchheim
Marion
IA
I remember Wally as a great kid. He was likeable and always friendly. He wasrespectful toward his teachers. He was one great kid-- that's how I knew him. Love to the family.
Bill D Page
Muskegon
MI
Dear Jan and Family, I remember your family from the boys attending Marion school with the kids and as members of Ascension Lutheran Church. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family in this great loss. Dorothy Johnston Kevin Michelle and family 3 daughters and 7 grandchildrenTexas Karl Joanne and family 2 children Cedar Rapids Kurt Tammie and family 1 son and 1 granddaughter Texas
Dorothy Johnston
Highlands
TX
DeWoody Family, I was very saddened to learn of Wally's passing. It's been many years since I had seen him but he is still in my memory. My brother Kirk and I worked for him one summer in about 1978 painting the barn, shuttling canoes and a variety of other things. Wally was always upbeat and had a great zest for life. My sister Lisa worked a subsequent summer at the canoe rental. All three of us thought he was terrific. Our condolences and best wishes to the entire family. Bruce McMurray