The industry mourns the loss of Russell Irwin (Russ) Woodard.

Russell Irwin Woodard

July 11, 2022

“Dad passed away peacefully on June 25th, at his home on Sturgeon Lake, just shy of his 92 birthday.” His wife Sally and his three children; Greg, Ellen and Jennifer were by his side.

Forming Woodard & Co.

In 1967 with business partner Mike Boase, Russ formed Woodard & Co. He loved every minute of his hard work, until retiring and selling the business in 1997. Woodard & Co still thrives today.

Dad had a wonderful life and will be sadly missed by many.

A full obituary can be found at www.jardinefuneralhome.com

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