Joseph Leroy Woolwine, 86, of Shawsville, went to his heavenly home Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2024.
He was born at home in Christiansburg on Mar. 3, 1938, to the late Rev. Charlie and Kathleen Woolwine. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Donald and Mike Woolwine, and grandson Bryan Woolwine. He was married to Patricia (Patty) Wells Woolwine for 65 years before she passed in 2021.
He was remarried to Maxine Dudley Woolwine from Christiansburg, and they lived in Shawsville. Leroy was a graduate of Christiansburg High School class of 1955. He loved his family and enjoyed taking them on vacations. He was a member of the Elliston Church of God for many years and helped build the current church in Elliston. He was also a Superintendent, Sunday school teacher, and served on the building committee. He was also blessed by Pastors Ronnie Duncan and Eddie Booth in Elliston.
He is survived by his brother Luther Woolwine and his wife Blondene; his daughter, Cynthia (Cindy) Crockett, her husband Russell; two sons, Charles (Chuck) Woolwine and his wife Karen, and Timothy (Tim) Woolwine. Grandchildren include Angela Dawn, Cody, Andrew and Ryleigh Woolwine and one great-grandchild Lane Dehaven Woolwine. He had many nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law that he loved dearly.
Leroy worked for Noland Company for 45 years until he retired. He was a kind, gentle, and personable man to everyone he met. He was also known for his generosity and caring in the community and his business contacts. He was always helping others in any way that he could.
Visitation was held at McCoy Funeral Home in Blacksburg Monday, Mar. 18. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Mar. 19 at McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ronnie Duncan officiating. Graveside service followed at Roselawn Cemetery in Christiansburg.