Richard E. Woods, Jr.

Richard "Rich" E. Woods Jr., age 59, a longtime resident of Toledo, Ohio passed away unexpectedly Monday, March 24, 2025 at his home. He was born August 4, 1965 in Toledo to Richard, Sr. and Sandra (Baker) Woods Gregory.

Rich owned his own Subcontracting company working closely with several area construction and remodeling companies. Before stepping away from work due to his health a couple years ago, Rich was involved in remodeling two local restaurants in Rossford and Perrysburg. His involvement in this industry lasted more than 30 years.

Rich was known for being a "Jack of All Trades", so when he wasn't working, he was taking on several projects ranging from car repairs to electrical needs, plumbing challenges and any household repairs whether it was at his home or others. Keeping busy was something Rich enjoyed so working on everyone's "Honey-do lists" was something he looked forward to.

Rich graduated from Bowsher High School, Class of 1983. Soon after that, he met and married the love of his life, Dana Sobiecki on October 4th, 1985. The happy couple honeymooned in Daytona, Florida and soon after started their family with the addition of their daughter, Amanda.

Rich and his family enjoyed vacationing in Florida, spending time at Disney World. In his younger years, he was an avid bowler. As computer technology continued to develop, Rich became interested in computers and developed his technical skills quite well. He  was devoted to his family and would do anything for Dana and Amanda. Many of his favorite memories were filled with laughter, outside grilling and monster fireworks displays every 4th of July, designed by him. But what he treasured most was being a loving grandfather to his granddaughter, Kenna. She was definitely the apple of his eye.

Rich was preceded in death by his parents, Richard Sr. and Sandra Woods. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 40 years, Dana R. Woods; daughter, Amanda L. Woods; granddaughter, Makenna Reid; uncles, Mike (Carolina) Baker of Michigan, Tim (Vicki) Baker of Michigan and Terry Baker of Toledo. Also surviving are many extended family members and dear friends.

The family will receive guests Sunday, March 30th, 2025, from 2-6:00 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home, SW Chapel, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd. Toledo, Ohio, (419-3821-1900), where a Celebration of Rich's life will begin at 5:30 pm. All are welcome to join the Woods Family to pay tribute to Rich.

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