William Woodie

Mr. William Everette Woodie  age 83, of West Jefferson, NC died on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at his home. Mr. Woodie was born on March 15, 1929 in Ashe County to E. O. and Ella Mae Black Woodie. Bill Woodie will long be remembered as one who promoted  the Ashe County and the town of West Jefferson.  Among his many business enterprises he was well known for establishing Greenfield Restaurant & Campground.  He also continued in his fathers' footsteps as the sole owner and proprietor of the West Jefferson Hotel.  He was passionate about Ashe County history and county historical landmarks. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 3, 2012 at 1:00 pm at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Ken Morris and David VanHoy. Burial will follow in West Jefferson Cemetery with military rites. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, August 2nd at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Woodie is survived by: His wife:  Jo Ann Woodie 3 Daughters - Sharon Ann Woodie of Charlotte,  Debbie Ellis & Billie Jo Woodie both of West Jefferson 2 Sisters - Kathleene Haga of Rock Hill, SC & Jackie Furr of Concord 2  grandchildren, 1 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Flowers will be appreciated, or memorials may be made to High Country Healthcare System Hospice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, NC  28640, St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Judes Place, Memphis, TN  38105 or American Heart Association c/o June Weaver, PO Box 791, Jefferson, NC  28640. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Woodie's arrangements.