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Stanley Sheldon Woods

Posted 2014-11-27 by Sharla
The Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona,
Thursday, November 27, 2014

Stanley Sheldon Woods, age 90, of Prescott, Arizona, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014, in Prescott. Born on June 22, 1924, near Fairfield, Nebraska, he was the son of the late Taylor and Ada (Kriutzfield) Woods.

Stanley was a navigator on a B24 Liberator and later was a fighter pilot in the European Theatre during WWII. Following his service in the United States Army Air Force, he attended the University of Nebraska and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1949. He then returned to his life on the family farm.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his three sisters, Lola Ells, Elma Ells and Vera Fuller. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Patricia Woods; his sons Bruce and Bradley Woods; his brother Royal Woods; and his brother-in-law Bill Humiston; along with grandchildren Taylor, Trenton, Lindsey, and Michele; great grandchildren, Jennifer, Heather, LeAnna, and Jenna; also his nieces and nephews Elma Joanne, Nancy, Carol, Harvey, Sarah, Linda, David, and Patti.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial service 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014, at the Trinity Presbyterian Church, 630 Park Ave., Prescott.

Inurnment will follow the service at the church memorial niche.

Donations in his memory may be made to Yavapai Humane Society, Trinity Presbyterian Church or Pineview Adult Care Home.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Hampton Funeral Home.

Information provided by survivors.

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