Sarah Elizabeth Woodford
July 30, 1924 ~ February 26, 2019
Sarah Elizabeth (Harr) Woodford, 94, born on July 30th, 1924, formerly of Philippi, WV, she was the daughter of the late Ole & Pauline (Harper) Harr, passed away on Tuesday, February 26, 2019.
Beloved wife of the late Lester D. Woodford. Loving mother of Susan (Louis) Rocchini of Oakmont, PA, Melinda “Mendy" Scholl of Littlestown, PA, Son-in-Law Philip Scholl of Hanover, PA, and the late the late Nancy (Woodford) Williams.
Mrs. Woodford was blessed with 5 grandchildren, Lou (Allison) Rocchini, Anne (Christian) Gocke, Kristen (Ryan) Willett, Stephanie (Jonathon) Gordon, and Nicholas Scholl. She is also survived by two step grandchildren, Blake (Amy) Williams and Adam (Michelle) Williams and 9 Great-Grandchildren Ben, Clare, Finn, Sophia, Hannah, Sawyer, Addison, James, and Lily.
Sarah was preceded in death by her 3 brothers Bayard, Wayne and Pete Harr.
Mrs. Woodford was raised in Davis, WV; graduated from Warwood High School, Wheeling, WV and was a graduate of Berea College. Though she started her career as a Registered Nurse in several local hospitals, she served Philippi Elementary School as their School Nurse and as a volunteer for 35 years. The children, faculty and staff were always a true joy in her life.
Sarah was a member and former elder of The Philippi Presbyterian Church, Philippi Garden Club, and The Eastern Star of Clarksburg, WV.
She was an avid reader, loved music & to sing, and was the ultimate Jeopardy & Game Show Network fan.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday March 4, 2019 in the Philippi Presbyterian Church 26 Bosworth St. at 10:30 am with Rev. Dr. Danny Franke officiating. Interment will in Mary's Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Philippi Public Library, 91 S. Main St. Philippi, WV 26416.
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I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Sarah so much. When she was in my classroom all those years I called her my guardian angel.
I have such sweet memories of Sarah and all the years that she worked at Philippi Elementary School with my mother, Sylvia. She was always so kind, gentle and patient with everyone. What a wonderful lady!
Please accept sincere condolences from my dad, mother and me.
Please accept my deepest condolences with the loss of your sweet mother. Mrs. Woodford was always so welcoming when we would come to the house to play. She was such a kind person, very involved in the Presbyterian Church in sunday school, bible school and the choir. A dear person.
Becky Nestor Thacker
Sarah was a good friend to the Philippi Public Library and it’s staff, an avid reader, and such a sweet lady. We have missed her over the past few years and are very saddened to hear of her passing now. Our heartfelt sympathies are her family.
So sorry for the loss of this sweet gentle woman. Prayers for peace for the family and loved ones.
My deepest sympathies. Sarah was a wonderful woman with a beautiful sense of humor. May her memory be eternal, and may you find comfort in your memories.
In memory of Sarah Elizabeth Woodford, Susan OBrien lit a candle
So very sorry to hear of Sarah's passing. Bill and I always enjoyed our visits with her at tax time. She always seemed the perfect, gentle lady. May God bless you with peace and comfort.
Sorry for your loss. Always loved her. Was the nurse when I went to Philippi Elementary School and a volinteer after I started working there. I am still there and missed her after she left.
Just a little funny but good thing about her. I would tell her she was like a bulldog coming after our time sheets if we didn’t get them turned in. I was always forgetting mine. Glad she did come after me.
Remember her living in the brick house beside ofAB ball field. My husband also mowed for her several times. Very good lady. Have often wondered about her. Will surely be missed.
Her friend Teresa from Philippi Elementry.
Susie, your mother was a caring and dedicated mother. I have fond memories of her and your.family when growing up in Philippi. Sorry for your loss.
Mary Cannon Clark
Sarah was a great nurse and an even more wonderfully caring person. She took care of us all (students and staff alike) with compassion and professionalism. Thank you Sarah. Now you will be cared for in God’s arms. ❤️52IJH
I am so sorry for your loss, your mother was a wonderful person. I havent seen her in many many years but I remember her as a very nice and caring person and mother. You would never believe she was 94 years old, she looks just as I remember her. You were blessed to have her for so long, I know she will be missed so much by all of you, my thoughts and prayers are with you
I have the fondest memories of Mrs. Woodford as our school nurse at Philippi Elementary. She cared for us with so much kindness and gentleness. Memories of her will live on in so many of our lives. Her family will be in my prayers.
My condolences to the family.
What a Wonderful Person, Mendy you & your family are in our thoughts & prayers! I have many fun & good memories of your Mom & Dad, lots of basement young girls parties….! Try to hold on to those good memories! Such a gracious Mom, Friend & Nurse. Love, Hugs & Prayers.
Sincere sympathy….
I am sorry for your loss you guys in my prayer
I am very sorry to learn about the passing of Aunt Sally. She was always very special to Jon and myself. Our children Julie and Becky, enjoyed visiting and usually always got a snack. Remembering all the Christmas parties and the oysters we would bring from Baltimore to Philippi. Will tell my children of her passing. Love, Karen Woodford
My heartfelt sympathy to the family.
I have fond memories of Sarah (and Les). Her steady faith, kindly manner and gentle ways touched many lives.
May the love and mercy of our Heavenly Father enfold the entire family.
Dr. Dan Unger