James H. Woodard, Jr., 78, of Tilton, IL, passed away at 3:16 a.m., Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at his home.

He was born on April 25, 1942, in Danville, IL, the son of James H. and Vera Russell Woodard, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Susan Haurez, whom he married on April 15, 1978, in Tilton, IL. Survivors include three sons, Jim Woodard, Tim (Dena) Haurez, and Randy (Beth) Haurez; two daughters, Dawn Woodard and Wendi (Shannon) Biggs; and eight grandchildren, Josh Singleton, Justin Singleton, Brayden Biggs, Hannah Singleton, Hunter Haurez, Hailee Haurez, Landen Haurez, and Tanner Haurez. James is preceded in death by his parents and stepfather, Albert “Short” Lyons.

“Woody” was a longtime member of the Elks club and a Mason. He enjoyed building trades and was a tool and die engineer and had worked for Tri-Dan Tool. His career spanned fifty years. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR, golfing, cooking, and bowling. He also enjoyed his two nicknames of “Woody” or “Butch”. Most of all he loved spending time with family, they always came first.

Private funeral services will be held at Robison Chapel in Catlin with Clay Woodard officiating, burial in Songer Cemetery in Tilton. Public visitation is from 10 a.m till 12 noon on Saturday at Robison Chapel. Everyone is welcome, please keep your visit short so that who wish to pay their respects may do so. Masks and social distancing will be observed at the funeral home.

Memorials to Danville Carle Cancer Center. On-line condolences at www.robisonchapel.com.