Roy Woodruffe
February 20, 1931 ~ October 30, 2022
Marietta Southern Cremations & Funerals
Roy Woodruffe, age 91, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 30, 2022, surrounded by loved ones.
Roy was born in Coventry, England on February 20th, 1931, the son of the late Beatrice Annie and Harry Woodruffe.
Roy is predeceased by his brother Brian Woodruffe, sister-in-law Jo Woodruffe, and granddaughter Sara Carter
Roy is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Ruth Woodruffe, his three children; sons David and Michael Woodruffe, and daughter Melanie Carter; grandchildren Christy Samples, Brandee Hamby, Casie Duncan, Dustin Woodruffe, Tyler Carter, and several great-grand Children.
In accordance with his wishes, he will be cremated, and a private visitation will be held.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider making a contribution to Wellstar Hospice Care at https://www.wellstar.org/community/foundation/ways-to-give/give-to-hospice
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Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you. Heaven has gained a special angel. Much love Nik and Jane xx
Roy was a wonderful, caring man and brother-in-law, it was a pleasure to know him. Love and condolences to all the family on this sad loss. Love Anne x
Uncle Roy was an absolute gentleman, soft spoken and always kind. May he rest in eternal peace. With love to all the family – Kathy & family xx
We will always miss our lovely Uncle Roy and his infectious chuckle. RIP our Chilli King, love to all from Louise, Paul, Will and Emily
We didn’t get to see Uncle Roy as much as we would have liked as there was a whole Ocean in between us, but when we did get together we certainly all made many happy memories. Uncle Roy was most often the quietest man in the room but when he did speak you listened as he had the most funny and interesting stories to tell you. He had a great sense of humour and loved a funny story, a happy memory, fish and chips, a “Full English” breakfast and a pint of beer. He was kind, generous and always a true gentleman.
We will miss you so much but are thankful for the wonderful memories.
Our heartfelt condolences to all the family. Love always, Karen and David
Poppa was the best Poppa anyone could ask for. I have plenty of amazing memories that I will keep close and cherish. Poppa was always my partner in crime. If there was trouble to be had we would find it! It was my honor and my pleasure to be there to help take care of you the last few months up until the last days.
I love you and miss you.
Christy.
I will miss poppa a lot, he was always caring and kind. I enjoyed every second I had hanging out with him. I wish I could see him one last time. He always found a way to have fun and make you happy.
Love
Ryan
Two photos of my Dad, the first a photo of him on his bike, a 350cc BSA, and the second is a photo of Dad on my bike, an 88ci Harley Davidson. These were taken about 55 years apart.
Dad was always up for a good Laugh, and a song and dance.
Dear Ruth, our thoughts are with you all during this very hard time. With lots of love, Anne, Katherine and all the family xxxx
The one memory out of a million memories that I have of papa , that sticks out the most is when he let me drive his boat ,even though I couldn’t see over the steerring wheel , as I gave it all the throttle I could and it took off almost tossing him out of the boat, his worry quickly turned into laughter after the boat finally settled down, we always had a good laugh about it.
One of the memories I have of papa is his love for drawing and painting. He would always help me color pictures when we would go to his house.
Poppa was a good man and will be missed dearly. My favorite thing about poppa was his infectious laugh ❤️😄
We met almost 35 years ago, I would go on to marry your only daughter at your home on Marcia Dr. You were always welcoming, you were always good to Me. I have many fond memories but the fishing trips stand out the most. We would haul the old boat all the way from the back of the basement, hook to the Tahoe and off we would go to Allatoona (AKA The Dead Sea). We wouldn’t catch much, once the motor wouldn’t turn over and we had to crank it with the pull rope (that was a pain) but every trip was a good trip. I love and remember the many stories you have told, about fishing, about rugby, and about your childhood. You sir are a treasure, one of a kind and you will be missed; but we know you are already updating those who have gone before you. Love you, Mark
Enjoying a “flight” white Nana and Melanie were off shopping!
The kids always love their Poppa!
From the infectious laugh, the nights playing Atari in the old house, the days swinging golf clubs in the yard, to all the Christmas eves with the whole family! You were caring, bright and an all around inspiration to everyone! Laura, the girls and I will miss you tons! Love you Poppa!
Roy completed an Aeronautical Engineering apprenticeship at AWA (Armstrong Whitworth) at Baginton near Coventry in the early 1950’s. Almost 50 years later in 1998 the medieval city of Coventry extended its boundry and Roy became a Freeman of the City of Coventry. He was bestowed the honour from the Lord Mayor of Coventry and Swore an Oath of a Freeman of the City. He was tickled by the honour as like the rest of us he thought that it meant it could graze your sheep on the common and gain the keys to the city – but it was much more important than that. The medieval term ‘freeman’ meant someone who was not the property of a feudal lord, but who had the right to earn money and own their own land. People who were protected by the charter of their town or city were often ‘free’, hence the term ‘Freedom of the City”.
Here is a picture of a four generations of Woodruffe men.
I have fond memories of my Cousin Roy who always had time for me when I was very young. I admired his courage in emigrating to Canada at 21 years old and respect the life he built for his wife and family in America.
A life “well lived indeed”.
Rest in peace.
Colin
Roy, you have been my one and only love for 68 years, it was hard for me to let you go and I held you until you left on your final journey, until we’re together again , you will always be in my heart. Rest In Peace.
So hard to try and find the right words to give tribute to such a fine man. We first met Ruth and Roy in the early 1970s and became good friends with them, and shared many parties , and trips together. When my father passed away in England , Ruth and Roy happened to be visiting for their 40th wedding anniversary, and took the time to come down from Coventry to Basingstoke. Roy you were a good friend and our memories of you will always remain in our hearts. Love Tom and Jan Gardner
I’ve know Roy for as long as I can remember. As a little girl he was always kind and I loved his laugh! I remember thinking how cool he was when he showed me the scar on his leg where he hit it with the ax, but I most remember when Ruth and Roy traveled to Nevada with mom and dad to celebrate my sons first birthday in 1997, and the last time I saw Roy in 2016 at my daughters High School graduation party. He will always hold a special place in my heart. Rest In Peace. Love Jana Gardner Seddon
Sending love from across the miles
Lots of love
Amie, kieran, Isla-Kate and Alfie
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. With deepest sympathy.
My first remembrance of Roy I must have been no more than 10 or 12 years old, around 50 years ago! Ruth and Roy were close friends of my mother and father. Little did I know at that time how big of an impact Roy would have on my life. He was very instrumental in my first full time job, and a few years later it was my honor to actually apprentice under Roy in the engineering field. The skills that I learned from Roy served me well in many aspects of my life both professional and personal. In addition to work related activities I also had the opportunity to go on numerous fishing trips with Roy, and they rank in some of my fondest memories. Rest in piece my friend, but your positive impact on others continues to live in our hearts. Tommy Gardner
For over 40 years Roy has been my father-in-law. You could not ask for a kinder, sweeter person. He was a great Poppa to the grandchildren. I loved how our children loved playing Atari, drawing, and painting with him. They also loved their “adventures” in the boat when it was parked in the garage almost as much as they enjoyed being at the lake in the boat. Knowing we would always stop for ice cream on the way home. He was always a kind hearted gentleman. He will be missed by all that knew him.
What do I say about a man that was larger than life to me? From the funny things you brought home from work for me to play with (airplane ball bearings, dry ice!) to the homemade stilts and all the funny things you said, life with you was always amazing and fun. There really are too many memories to list here and they will remain with me forever. You were the best dad I could have asked for and the best Poppa to all the grands and great grands and your memory will live in our hearts forever. Till we see each other again, I love you.
this is the picture me and papa drew together
Fond memories of an older cousin taking the time to take me sledding when I was little. Later in life we would bump into each other when he was visiting the old country and staying with my Dad (his uncle Albert). A very intelligent quiet man who would help anyone. His smile and quiet demeanor will be missed.