Bruce A. Woods
May 20, 2016
Bruce A. Woods, 74, of Urbandale, passed away unexpectedly on May 20, 2016. Bruce was born November 28, 1941 in Northwest Iowa, the eldest of four children, to Lester and Ila Woods. After relocating to Des Moines, Bruce attended East High School and Grandview College where he met his beloved wife Karen Lucas. They were married December 2, 1962 and had three children. He graduated from Drake University and went to work for Banker’s Life (Principal Financial Group) from where he retired in 2006. The family moved to Winterset in 1976 where he was an active member of the Winterset Lion’s Club. Since his retirement Bruce stayed busy visiting his children and grandchildren, former co-workers and volunteering at the library in Lutheran Hospital.
Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Ila (Bell) and Lester Woods; sister, Cheryl Bryant; and his wife Karen (Lucas) Woods. He is survived by his siblings, Dennis Woods of Des Moines, IA and Lois Hightshoe of Blythe, CA; his children, Jayne Woods (Paul Huber)of Des Moines, IA, Troy Woods (Tara) of North Saint Paul, MN and Todd Woods of Osseo, MN; his grandchildren, Margaret and Gabriella Brooks, Meredith Woods, Logan and Emma Woods; as well as many extended family members.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 24, 2016, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens at 121 Northwest 60th Avenue, Des Moines, 50313. Funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, May 25, 2016, at 12:00 p.m. Interment will take place at Highland Memory Gardens immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to your local chapter of the Lion’s Club International or The American Heart Association.
Online condolences may be made at
www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.
Curt and Kathie (Jones) Olenius
05/25/2016
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Steven and Mary Kuitems
05/25/2016
Dear Woods Family
You are in our thoughts and prayers with Bruce's sudden passing. We pray for peace and strength from Jesus Christ in the days ahead for you-all.
Steven and Mary
Ron Hammond
05/25/2016
Bruce was a kind soul, and will be missed by many. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family.
Judy & Keith Sparks
05/24/2016
We are sorry to hear of Burces passing. Judy went to school with Karen. Judy''s mother (Ethel Murphy) was their neighbor when they lived at Winterset. Bruce will really be missed.
Wade Krieg
05/24/2016
Bruce was a wonderful man who always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. He was universally admired in his profession, and I had the pleasure of working with him for 5 years at Principal. During that time he became a good friend to my wife and I and I am very sorry to hear of his passing. My love and condolences to all the family and my thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Matt & Allison Hibbs
05/24/2016
We are extremely sorry for your loss. Bruce was a great person that I always enjoyed the company of. We really wish we could be there for everyone today & tomorrow. We have made a contribution to Lion's Club International and The American Heart Association in Bruce's honor. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Ron Forret,Las Vegas NV
05/23/2016
My deepest sympathy to the family on the sudden loss of Bruce. Having worked with him for many years he remained a trusted friend after retiring. His sincere thoughtfulness and caring will be missed by many.
My prayers are with your family.
Bonnie Dowell
05/23/2016
I am sorry for the loss of your Father. I worked many years with Bruce. Prayers for all of you.
Wende Bristow Barrett
05/22/2016
We we so sorry to hear of your dad's passing! You are all in our thoughts and prayers!
Jay and Wende Barrett,
Matt Bristow, and Janice Bristow