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Otis Woods Obituary

Woods Jr., Otis D. Otis D. Woods Jr., 70, of Chicago, Illinois suddenly passed away on Thursday, April 14, 2011. Otis was District Manager at Golden State Mutual Insurance Company. He retired in 2006. He is survived by his wife Deborah, three children Tanya, Cameron and Jasmine. He also leaves to mourn are four siblings Jerry, Linda, Carolyn and Marsha. Visitation Friday, April 22, 2011 4-9 at A.A. Rayner & Sons, 318 E. 71st St. Chicago, IL. Wake: Saturday, April 23, 2011 (Same location) 10-11 a.m. Funeral: Saturday, April 23, 2011 11 a.m 12:00 p.m. Interment at Mount Hope Cemetery. Repast: 1:30 (A.A. Rayner & Sons). The Chef will be truly missed by all.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 21, 2011.

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John Smith

April 15, 2024

Memories are lifetime miss u bro

john smith

April 15, 2021

We will never forget u the man and friend RIP .

JOHN SMITH

April 17, 2012

MEMORIES ARE WHAT WE HAVE, MISS U MAN....

Deborah Woods

April 17, 2012

Hello OD...time has past and so many memories has followed me since you have been gone. You are missed dearly and yes, I have been in the kitchen (lol) I can remember those famous dishes you cooked. I just wish I could make the hot water cornbread like you and that great pot of Cow's Foot...I celebrated our 22nd year anniversary on April 5th down at our place and played your record "What Do You Do When You Love Somebody" This year has gone so fast and I look forward seeing you again one day...RIP my dear husband

Charmaine Harmon

April 16, 2012

Its been a year and still missing you. Continue to RIP!!!

Camille Tutwiler

May 2, 2011

You were dearly loved and may you rest in peace. You will be missed

Charmaine Harmon

April 28, 2011

Otis you were like a uncle who showed lots of love and care to the family. I will miss u coming out to Moms and Dads taking over the radio player to play your favorite tunes and being outside in the backyard gett'n your grill on. That special sauce will never be forgotton. RIP!

April 25, 2011

Hudson Black

Laretta Crawford Harrison, HHS '58 classmate

April 24, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

April 23, 2011

Carolyn Woodard

Mike

April 23, 2011

Condolences to the family. Loosing a loved one is always rough. Memories of better times will help you to cope with a loss that can't be replaced. Lean on each other and pray to God for support. "Truly God has heard; He has paid attention to the voice of my (your) prayer." Psalm 66:19

P Arthur

April 23, 2011

Deborah,
You and your family are in my prayers. May God bless and keep you through your time of grief.

Belinda Hicks

April 22, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you!

Mac Thirus

April 22, 2011

Deborah, you will always live in our hearts and prayers. Even though greif can be hard, those special memories help us cope. My family will always remember Otis and you in our prayers.

April 22, 2011

I am saddened by the news of the passing of your husband. I will pray for God to strengthen you as you walk through this valley. Your cousin Pam Edwards

Gwendolyn Piller

April 21, 2011

To the Family of Mr. Otis Woods Jr. let not your heart be trouble even tho you loved him, God loved him more and he decided that he would send one angel to get another.cherish the memories and take comfort in knowing that you will see him again.

Eddie & Laurie Pratcher

April 21, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Know that Otis will be in your heart forever and those who he touched with his friendship and cooking.

Cynthia Russakoff

April 21, 2011

Oh how sad I am to hear of Otis's passing. Even though I didn't know him very well, my dear Mark loved him like a brother. He had such an amazing effect on Mark, I don't know whether he even knew how much. I will always remember the "off the cuff" eulogy he gave for Mark. What an amazing and wise man the world has lost. Sometimes we are lucky enough to meet people with whom we have such a connection which results in such a positive effect on our lives. Otis was this to Mark. I'm sure they are having a great time together in heaven. My heart goes out to Deborah and Jasmine - I know your pain is more than one should ever have to bear. I'm here and Rachael is here too if you ever need to connect with someone who really understands. I love you and wish you didn't have to know this pain. (((((((hugs))))))))

Connie Riales

April 21, 2011

Deborah I am sorry, I wrote this and forgot to sign it. REST IN PARADISE Otis: Otis, everytime we met and talked, the conversation I had with you was very informing, enlightening, and interesting. I really had a learning experience with you. Its been a while since I have seen you, but it was like yesterday the last time we talked. We will miss you but God now has a personal Chef. Much love Connie!

April 21, 2011

R.I.P. Mr. Woods

Rhonda Dunn

April 21, 2011

Woods you will truly be missed. I will check on Deb, Cameron and Jazz for you. Tell Mama, Levi Obie and Lawrence hello. Love from your Pretty Face Rhonda

Barbara Gaston

April 21, 2011

Rest well in the arms of Jesus.

Gerald Harris

April 21, 2011

Rest in Peace Otis! I know you're singing the blues with Little Milton, Johnnie Taylor and Tyrone Davis right now!

John Veal

April 21, 2011

I never had the pleasure of meeting Otis Woods Jr. personally, but the loving nature of his wife exemplifies the type of man that he must have been. Though it must be difficult now, the Lord will see you through. My most sincere condolences for your loss. My prayers are with you and yours!Sincerely, Pastor John Veal.

Carol Johnson

April 21, 2011

My prayers are with you and your family. Otis was an intelligent, witty, and brought a spark of life with him wherever he went. He lived life to the fullest. More of us should live like him...to the fullest. May God give you strength and peace.

Jasmine Delaney

April 21, 2011

Thank you for the years that you spent with me, you taught me so much, that a young woman should know. R>I>P. Your Step daughter Jasmine...

April 21, 2011

Otis, everytime we met and talked, the conversation I had with you was very informing, enlightening, and interesting. I really had a learning experience with you. Its been a while since I have seen you, but it was like yesterday the last time we talked. We will miss you but God now has a personal Chef. Much love!

SUSAN PRATCHETT

April 21, 2011

I'LL KEEP YOU LIFTED IN MY PRAYERS. AND I PRAY THAT YOU STAY STRONG GOD IS WITH YOU. I LOVE YOU CUZ!!!

April 21, 2011

Deborah, we are thinking of you and your family with sympathy, with love and with prayer that God will bless you every day and keep you in his care. Mae & Robert Carr of Chicago

Kael Beverly

April 21, 2011

Mr Otis Woods was a great cook, intelligent man, life of the party and will be sorely missed by his family and friends.

JOHN SMITH

April 21, 2011

MAY GOD BLESS YOU WIFE AND FAMILY DOING YOUR TIME OF BEREAVEMENT AND KNOW THAT O.D.WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM.

Rosetta Willis

April 21, 2011

Deborah,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family in this time loss of your husband. My prayers are with you. May God bless you with peace and strength.

Darla Blakes

April 21, 2011

Sending our deepest condolences to Deborah and to the family. May Otis rest in peace. ~John & Darla Blakes

ROXANNE ROBINSON

April 21, 2011

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal...
R.I.P OTIS YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED...

Melvin Collier

April 21, 2011

Cousin Deborah and Family, there's an African proverb that states that an ancestor never dies if his name is called. Cherish the memories, and he will still be with you all. Stay strong!

Deborah Woods

April 21, 2011

Dear My Darling Husband...you left us suddenly and my heart was not prepared for you to go but I know you were always prepared for death. You always looked at the obituaries and today I granted your wish and your death notice is in the obit section. I will miss you daily and I will continue to stay strong. I will always remember your favorite song "What Would You Do When You Love Somebody" well you did a lot for me...you made sure that I had the best of foods and ate right. I will miss those great meals. Some day we will be back together.
Love Your wife

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