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Condolences to the Woodwicks
Gene and Larry lost their son, Sean, this morning. Gene sends the news, in the former of a heart-breaking, inspiring remembrance:
Sean Dale Woodwick
Sean Dale passed down the river of life, crossed the bar, and sailed into eternity on May 30, 2011 at 6:10 a.m.
Sean had an extensive knowledge of the maritime history of the Lower Columbia River and of Fort Vancouver. He particularly loved his regular, 15-mile, walks over the land bridge, through the park, along the river and through the Hudson Bay neighborhood. He was also a walking encyclopedia of the film industry garnered from his vast library from which he also enjoyed introducing friends to classic literature. One of his prized possessions was notes and signed photographs from the Northern Exposure cast given in honor of his first acting role. Sean enjoyed music and had a beautiful singing voice. He will be remembered for his humor and quick wit.
Sean was a gentle and kind soul who loved and appreciated his family and many, many friends, and was so grateful they stood by him during his long, hard-fought and courageous two-year battle with esophageal and brain cancer. There is a long list of doctors and staff people who treated him during this time that he was very grateful to including, Dr. Clifford Pukel, Dr. Riyad Karmey-Jones Dr. Hoffelt, Dr. Won Lee, Dr. Norm Rokus, the wonderful folks at Southwest Infusion Center; and Home Health Services.
He was thankful for the kindnesses shown by his 14-year employer, Stein Distributing Co. of Vancouver where he was proud of his hard work as a forklift operator and as a receiver.
Sean was born May 7, 1973 in Snoqualmie, WA where he attended grade school. He later moved to Ocean Shores, WA where he attended Middle School and the North Beach High School graduating in 1992.
He is survived by his parents, Larry and Gene Woodwick of Ocean Shores, his two brothers, Brian Woodwick of Issaquah, WA and Bruce Woodwick of Anacortes, WA; two sisters, Lynelle Church of Vancouver and Molly Woodwick of Hoquiam, WA. And his Pug, Mater, whom he so loved. And a long-time, true friend, Daniel Messing of Elma.
Sean’s life was one of forgiveness, kindness, love, acceptance of others and seeing the very best in everyone. He strove to develop the characteristics of God. He will be missed.
Sean wanted a happy celebration of his life with photos, music, and good food for his friends. Date and time of the celebration is available at: glw@reachone.com.
Remembrances may be made in Sean’s name to:
Sea Chest Journal; Puget Sound Maritime Historical Society
P.O. Box 1165
Bothell, WA 98041-1165
Larry and Gene Woodwick. I just saw where your son Sean passed away. You have my caring thoughts at this time. I was on the internet and saw it and comments. It is difficult to cope with, you have to remember how loving he was and how he enjoyed life. How lucky he was to have a loving family also and he apparently knew that. I lost my oldest daughter when she was only 39, she loved life and her friends and her family.You are in my thoughts and prayers.Sincerly, Janet Leckman Perkins.
Sean was a wonderful, sweet and kind person. I will miss him immensely. I will miss his sense of humor and his smile. We always laughed at the oddest things, which were only funny to us most of the time! I just wish I could have been there for him more, but I have the memories of our walks along the Columbia River, his laughter and his sweet personality. Love you Sean!
Kisty
Gene and Larry, my deepest sympathy for your terrible loss. I did not know Sean but if he was anything like his mother, it is indeed a great loss!