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Van Deward Woods Obituary
Lake City, South Carolina, United States
January 07, 1945 - October 08, 2024
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Van...My Brother from another Mother, you are missed and have been for quite a while! We had some amazing and prosperous years in NYC!!! Rest in peace my Brother! you're now with "Mom" and your Dad. Sincere sympathy to Brenda and the Woods Family! Much Love, Nan Puryear
Dear Woods Family: I send my thoughts and prayers to Kenny and the rest of the family. Van has always been a dear friend of mine. I feel very saddened over his passing. Me and Van meet in the 80's in Harlem and became very close. He is going to be missed in my life and I pray that the family continue to be strong and steadfast in all of the dreams that your mother and father left you. I will be coming to Harlem soon to see you Kenny at Sylvia's. Peace, Love and Blessings, As Salaam Alakium, Mustafa Majeed
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Van was a very special man. He was hilariously funny, smart, and caring. Van gave me many words of encouragement throughout the years. I thank him for that. I'd like to give my deepest sympathy to you all, especially Che. Much love and many blessings to you.
West Harlem Community Organization Head Start Program sends sincere condolences to the family of Van Woods. Can and my sister Ann were in school together and I can remember the first day he brought his son to class at our Head Start center on west 128th Street. He was a gentleman and it was a pleasure to have known him. May he Rest In Eternal Peace. Jeanette Butler Spencer
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Sending Heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the Woods family❤️🕊️
My condolences to the Woods Family. Van was an inspiring person who made a difference. May God Bless! Ty Fields
I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE MY CONDOLENCES TO THE WOODS FAMILY FROM MICHAEL AND KIM PRESSLEY
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To the woods family, where there is sadness love plants a garden of memories. Wishing you moments of peace and tender reflection…sending you heartfelt sympathy! 💐 Wellington D. Faulkner New York, N.Y.
My Most Heartfelt Condolences to the Family. This is such a Heart wrenching situation for me. Van and I grew up together in Harlem on 131st St. and attended the same schools as children. He was a couple of years older than me and became my protector along with a couple of brothers on the block. We did just about everything together. There is so much history between us. When I use to visit him at Sylvia's he would often introduce me to celebrities and tell them I helped save his life. We communicated up until the time he couldn't remember our conversations any longer, I had gone through this with my mother and I knew the symptoms. I'm Blessed to have known Van and his parents and siblings. There is so much more I could share but it's your time to Sleep in Celestial Peace My Brother. I'll always cherish the memories, Peace and Love ❤️ Frank Coleman Sr.
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Sending condolences From your slster Linda l will miss you Until we meet again, Love Linda Woods♥️♥️♥️
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My heartfelt condolences to Woods family.
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My prayers, condolences, and love go out to Brenda Woods and the Woods Family.
Sending my sincere condolences 🙏 to the Woods family From Mary Woods Bklyn NY.
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Dear Mrs. Woods, On behalf of the Board of Directors of Pee Dee Innovation & Leadership Academy, I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time. Please know that our thoughts are with you as you navigate through this profound loss. We hope that you find comfort in cherished memories and the support of loved ones. If there is anything we can do to assist you during this time, please do not hesitate to reach out. With heartfelt condolences, Sharon N. Williams On behalf of the Board of Directors Pee Dee Innovation & Leadership Academy
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Deacon Woods, I am deeply sorry for your loss, please know that our taughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Loosing someone you love is never easy, but I hope you find comfort in the memories you shared. If there's anything I can do to support you please don't hesitate to reach out. As my family and I keep you family in our prayers. Deacon Kenneth campbell and family
My cousin Van was truly a very kind and caring man, and a famiky visionary. He will be remembered by me as always the one who'd always make time to visit with us whenever he came to Philadelphia. My deepest sympathy to Brenda, and the rest of the family.- Diana Dukes, Phila. Pa.
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Condolences to Van Woods’ family, keeping Benda and children lifted in prayer. “Servant of God Well Done”🙏🏼
My sincere condolences to the Woods family! Van I always admired because of his humbleness and kindness to my brother in his time of need. My prayers are with you!🕊️
Gwendolyn Bishop sends their condolences.
My dear brother Van Woods. Small in stature but had the command presence of Shaquille O'Neil. He shared a lot of jewels with me while he was here in Harlem. My sincere condolences to Che, Vonet Chonna, Malaika, Rich and all of his children, his beautiful and dear siblings Bedelia, Kenny and Crizette. May Allah God bring comfort to all of you who are touched by his departure . Know that the lord giveth and the lord taketh. We all belong to him and must return back to him at some point. Van Woods left his mark in our lives so let us reflect and take in all the good times that was shared. May Allah be pleased with his life. Bro Khalil Ali (formerly Bro Chris)...
I’m sorry for your loss my deepest sympathy for you and your family we all will answer the call one day.💜
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Prayers to my family. Rest well Big Cuz you will be missed, your spirit of love and knowledge of books, as well as that bebop walk will always be remembered.
Brenda, Sierra, and Devaughn, I am so sorry for your loss! Praying for comfort and strength for your family.
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