Arlean (Ross) Woods

Arlean (Ross) Woods was born June 5, 1938, in Chickasha, Oklahoma. She was the daughter of Oscar and Ida (Sing) Williams. Arlean departed this life unexpectedly on February 5, 2025, in Rolla, Missouri, at the age of eighty-six years. Arlean grew up in Cook Station and graduated from Steelville High School class of 1957. While in school, Arlean met the love of her life and future husband, Cornell Woods. Arlean and Cornell united in marriage on March 8, 1958. To this union they were blessed with two sons, Lyndell and Thomas. Arlean and Cornell shared sixty-four joyous years filled with love and devotion before his passing on August 20, 2022. In her earlier years, Arlean worked for Brown International Shoe Company before changing careers to work at Floyd Charcoal Plant, now known as Royal Oak Charcoal, where she spent thirty-seven years in the office as a secretary. Arlean was a dedicated wife, mother, provider, and homemaker. Arlean and Cornell enjoyed many adventures while traveling and camping at Montauk State Park. Arlean loved her boys unconditionally and cherished every moment that she was able to spend with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Arlean especially loved baking with the grandkids, making Christmas cookies and blackberry jelly were some of her favorites. Arlean enjoyed her flower collection, knitting washrags and dish cloths, and caring for her family. Arlean was a woman of faith, she attended First Church of God until it’s closing, she then found fellowship at New Home Church until her passing. She leaves behind to cherish her memories, her loving son: Tom Woods and special friend Candi Capps of Salem, MO; grandchildren: Amanda Davis and husband Michael of Henderson, NV, Jennifer Stacy and husband Kevin of Salem, MO, Alisha Hosenfelt and husband Justin of Fulton, MO, and MacKenzie Rogers and husband Blake of Temple, GA; great grandchildren: Alene and husband Garrett, Gracie, Cain, and Carolann; great-great-grandbaby on the way: Elvie; as well as several brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends. Preceding her in death were her beloved husband: Cornell Woods; son: Lyndell Woods; and parents: Oscar and Ida Williams. Arlean had a kind and loving heart, she always put her family first, up until her final moments on this earth. She will be deeply missed by those who loved her most. Funeral Services for Arlean (Ross) Woods were held Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel with Pastor Steve Bramblett officiating and Stanley Williams sharing the eulogy. Song selections played were “I Believe”, “How Great Thou Art”, “God Is With Us”, and “Look For Me At Jesus Feet”. Serving as Pallbearers were Kevin Stacy, Justin Hosenfelt, Blake Rogers, Walter Williams, Mike Williams, and Garry Woods. Burial was in the North Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Wilson Mortuary of Salem, Missouri. Online Condolences may be entered at wwwlwilsonmortuary.com

Arlean (Ross) Woods

June 5, 1938 - February 5, 2025