On Monday, October 20, 2014, Betty Jo Williams Woods passed from this life to be with her Lord, Jesus.
Betty was born on August 31, 1923 in Okmulgee, OK to Laura Mae (Adams) Williams and Walter Everett Williams. She lived in College Station for the past 50 years. She was a 1940 graduate of Olney High School in Olney, TX and attended Draughon’s Business College in Wichita Falls, TX.
Betty is survived by her sons John C. Woods, Jr. of College Station, TX; Joe D. Woods and his wife Cathy of Houston, TX and their children Seth Woods of Albuquerque, NM and Erin Woods of Kingwood, TX; son Jim B. Woods of Austin, TX; and daughter Vicki A. (Woods) Green and her husband Larry Green of Bryan, TX and daughter Kerri Rasco of Conroe, TX along with her husband Scotty Rasco and their children Cameron, Jenson, Taylor and Miranda. She is also survived by her sister Peggy Bockhoff of Olney, TX and sister-in-law Joy Williams of Dallas, TX along with twelve nieces and nephews, numerous cousins and many, many friends.
She will be reunited in heaven with her infant son David W. Woods, her parents, her father- and mother-in-law Dr. David R. and Beulah Woods, her brother Terry M. Williams, her brother-in-law William F. Bockhoff, and her brother- and sister-in-law Dr. Howard and Mary Ritchey.
For 21 years Betty worked as an Accountant in the Biochemistry and Biophysics Department at Texas A&M University. She was the recipient of the Distinguished Performance Award for administrative personnel in 1984. She retired from A&M in 1985. Betty loved to work, at work and at home. She was a people person and loved her family and many friends. She was an exceptional mother and grandmother. She will be missed by all who knew her.
There will be a celebration of Betty’s life at 11 a.m. Monday, October 27 at the First Christian Church at 900 S. Ennis St., Bryan, TX. A reception in the fellowship hall will follow. There will be a private family interment at College Station Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the First Christian Church of Bryan would be greatly appreciated.
Aunt Betty was such a great person. She was sweet, living, caring, funny, and an absolute joy to be around. We will miss her so much, however, we are certain she is extremely happy in heaven with baby David, my Dad, her parents and the many loved ones that went before her. Much love and many prayers to the family. Love, Larry and Chris
John, Joe, Jim & Vicki,
We are very sorry for your loss. Your mom was a sweet lady who always faced her challenges with a great sense of humor. Everyone was always welcome in her home. We know you will miss her.
Lewis & Marilyn
Your mother was a joy to all who knew her…She had an amazing laugh and beautiful genuine smile…I will pray for you all as I can’t imagine saying goodbye to your Mom…please give everyone my love and condolences…Heaven is a happier place today because your Mom, your Gram, and my Mawmaw (Annie Kilcrease) are living it up and oh my…can you just imagine the sound of their laughter! Don’t forget your North Texas Family! We Love you…
John,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and family,
I am saddened to hear that your dear mother and passed to “the other side”. However, she is with her Maker, the One who made her such a beautiful Po ergonomic inside and out. I remember her sweet smile!
God Bless you all,
Kay
John, Joe, and family,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious mother. We’re never ready to lose a parent no matter what their age is but knowing she’s home now with her Lord and Savior should give you much peace and comfort.
Love,
Patricia & Jerry
John, Joe and family,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious mother. We are never ready to lose a parent no matter what age they are but I pray that knowing she is home with her Lord and Savior will help comfort you during this time.
Love,
Patricia & Jerry
Dear Family,
We were saddened to learn the news about Aunt Betty. We are thinking of you and praying that God give you much peace during these difficult times. We will all miss her. Although I did not have the privilege to know her that well, she was always such a sweetheart to me. George tells me wonderful stories of Aunt Betty.
Love,
George and Kay
Larry and Vickie,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a wonderful person with a
big heart and a very sweet personality. I remember her laugh and her beautiful
smile. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.