Ozzie Woodkins

CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF Ozi “Pete” Woodkin, J.

Sunrise: August 23, 1941

Sunset: February 23, 2023

Friday, March 3, 2023 • 1:00 pm Antioch Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church 7550 S. Hampton Rd. • Dallas, Texas 75232 Pastor Chris Wesley, Eulogist Rev. Donald Perry, Officiating Minister

O ZZIE “P ETE ” W OODKINS J R . was born August 23, 1941 to Ozie Woodkins Sr. and Mrs. Annie B. Edwards Woodkins in Marshall, TX. He was the first born of three children. At an early age, he united with the James Chapel Baptist Church in Marshall, TX. After moving to Dallas, he united with Antioch Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Dallas, TX where he was a faithful member until his health declined. Ozzie was a 1961 graduate of H. B. Pemberton High School in Marshall, TX. He received a track scholarship and attended Arkansas AM & N College in Pine Bluff, AR. He attended Welding School, retired as a professional welder from Gardner Denver in Dallas, TX. His pride employment was driving DART Trains/Buses, Tour Charter Buses and School Buses. He owned “Pete’s” Custom Printing T-Shirts and Notary. In 1967, he married Vashti Lester, to that union one child was born, “Lisa Carol”. Later a relationship with Ruby Stine Jackson, one son was born, Ozzie “Nukkie” Jackson. He has been married to a loving and devoted wife, Vera Arnett Woodkins for the past 35 years. Ozzie was preceded in death by his father, Ozie Woodkins Sr.; mother, Annie B. Woodkins; two sisters, Carolyn Woodkins Smith and Annie Ruth Green Stoker; one niece, Nannette Green Davis; two nephews, Clarkton Smith, Jr. and Troy Wayne Smith all of Marshall, TX; a number of aunts and uncles. He leaves to cherish his memories: his loving wife, Vera Arnett Woodkins of DeSoto, TX; daughter, Lisa Carol Woodkins of Lancaster, TX; one son, Ozzie (Antoinette) Jackson of DeSoto, TX; four granddaughters, Leandra Rattler of Plano, TX, Latavia Stampley of Lancaster, TX, Mariah and Amoni Jackson of DeSoto, TX; grandsons, Devon, Lynden and Cayden Jackson of DeSoto, TX; great granddaughter, Legaci Gray of Lancaster, TX; two stepsons, Cedric Manning of Round Rock, TX and Stacy Manning of Dallas, TX; one “special” nephew, Winfred “Bo” Green, Jr. of Marshall, TX; and a “special” niece, Veronica “Sistergirl” Smith of Marshall, TX; niece, Deneen Smith of Arlington, TX; nephews, Terence “Maurice” (Yolanda) Green of Garland, TX, Kevin Green of Grand Prairie, TX and Trini Green of Marshall, TX; two step- granddaughters, Jessica Manning of Lancaster, TX and Tishea Carraway of Lancaster, TX; a very “special” in-law, Beverly Steward of Dallas, TX; a host of in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; co-workers—bus drivers: DISD, Bro. Eddie Hopkins, Mr. Donald Wiley, “Big” George, Ricky Walker, Terry Smith, Sonny Cooper and Lowell Cheney.

August 23, 1941—February 23, 2023

Viewing and Video Tribute

Processional………………………………………………….………. Clergy and Family

Celebration in Music……………….………………………………...……… Trini Green

Scripture Reading Old Testament………………...………………………………….. Rev. Jeff Jacobs New Testament………..…………………………………... Dr. E. D. Seamster, Jr.

Prayer………………………………………………………………….. Rev. Daryl Carter

Musical Tribute……….……………………………………...….…… Bro. Dwayne Pugh

Obituary (Read Silently)……………………………………………………..... Soft Music

Resolutions…….…………………………………………………….. Church and Others

Family Reflections……...………………………………..…..…. Winfred “Bo” Green, Jr.

Reflections ¨ Class of 1961, H. B. Pemberton High School—Marshall, TX ¨ Mr. Donald Wiley, Dallas County, Cedar Hill,TX

Acknowledgments on behalf of the Family…………...…………….……. DeNeen Smith

Celebration in Music……………….………………………………...……… Trini Green

Eulogy………………………………………………………..………Pastor Chris Wesley

Recessional………………………………………………….………. Clergy and Family

Somewhere in my heart beneath all my grief and pain, is a smile I will still wear at the sound of your dear name. You’ve held my hands You’ve held my heart… We’re shared our lives together for many years Yet for a moment, we’ll have to part.

I’ll cherish our memories until we share our lives together again.

Love Forever, Vera

In my father’s house are many mansions J OHN 14:1-2

The hardest thing is the last goodbye, especially not knowing that it was really the last one. They say there is a reason - they say that time will heal, But neither time nor reason will change the way that I feel. No one knows the heartaches that lies behind my smile, No one knows how many times I have broken down and cried… I think of all the times we shared together and all the times we cried together. I am taking comfort in knowing that my father’s house above is a house of many mansions and I know that he has set aside a special place for you, near him looking down on me. Until we meet again… I Love You, Vera

I thought of you today, but that is nothing new I thought about you yesterday and days before that too, I think of you in silence ...I often speak your name All I have are memories and your picture in a frame Your memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part God has you in His keeping

Remembering Our Beloved Daddy

I have you in my heart. I Love You Daddy! ❤️ Your Daughter, Lisa

I Love You Pops! Cedric

Be Proud For you are worthy to be

For all the things you have done for me For the kindness and love you have shown For teaching me the things I know For giving me all the support a child could need

For bringing out the best in me I tell you with all the words I can dad, you truly were an exceptional man.

Love, Nukkie

So many memories, so much fun, and such a great time...the family vacations and family time will be missed. We’ll be sure to tell Legaci all about them. You’ll be dearly missed and always loved ❤️ I can hear you calling our names now sitting in your chair with your iPhone in your hand saying it needs to be fixed! We’ll see you on the other side papa. We Love you Papa, Leandra & LaTavia Papa your life spoke volumes each and every day. You used your actions to show us the right way. You made each moment count no matter when or where. You inspired so many others to work hard, to have integrity, and to care. Words can't express how much we miss life without you, but we thank you for the gift of inspiration from life so true. Love, Devon, Mariah, Lynden, Cayden & Amoni

We'll Miss You, Uncle Pete! We are truly saddened that you are not here with us anymore. No words will bring you back, but we know that you are now resting in his arms. You will be treasured in our hearts forever. You are gone, but you will NEVER be forgotten. Your memory will live with us forever.

Your Nieces, Veronica & Deneen

Today I left my loved ones and as I go I pray, Lord don't let them grieve too much, because I've died today. Let there be no wailing echoing the halls, the same halls that held laughter and answers to my calls. I pray they all take comfort accepting the true way and listen when I tell them these three things today. Love will be forever, a promise that will last. So love me more than ever now my time with you has passed. And last of all remember the glowing love to be, when our eyes meet once again, for all eternity.

The family gives thanks for all the expressions of love, prayers, visits, phone calls/text messages and sympathy from relatives and friends. May God Bless you richly and forever. A special thanks to Vitas Hospice Care at Methodist Dallas Hospital for all your support and care of our loved one. Thanks to Dr. Seamster and members of Light of the World Church of Christ, Concord Church, Antioch Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church and Golden Gate Funeral Home.

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