20.08.1966 – 31.10.2023
“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear”.
Our family would like to thank everyone for attending and sharing this day with us to say farewell. Please join us at the NAFC for afternoon tea.
Name: Jonathan Glen Woods
Date of Birth: 20 Aug 1966
Passed Away: 31 Oct 2023
Age: 57
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Jonathan Glen Woods (Jono) was born on the 20th of
August 1966 in Albany Regional Hospital. He was the
youngest son of John and Alma Woods both deceased.
Jono was also the baby brother of Marlene (dec), Moran
(dec), Billy (dec), Wayne (dec), Sandra, Marian, Jennifer,
Karen and Donald. At the age of 6 months old sadly his dad
passed away, shortly after this his mother Alma moved to
Borden, to be with her mother Granny Mena. Growing up,
Jono looked up too his big brother Billy as a father figure, as
he helped look after all the younger siblings.
As the years went by his mother Alma started a
relationship with Dave Coyne who became a second dad
to Jono and his other siblings. During Jono’s childhood he
had a good relationship with his big brother Donald,
nephews Shane, Stewie and Moose. Jono began primary
school in Borden, he was a vibrant young boy who enjoyed
getting into a bit of mischief. He often would go to the coop
with nephew Ricky and open all toys and play with
them, then put the packaging back on when they were
done.
After he completed primary school, he attended
Gnowangerup district high school. In his school years he
was eager to play football and he joined the Borden
football club, which is where his footy career kicked off.
They gave him the nickname ‘Nippy Rover’ and his number
was always the lonely number ‘1’.
At the age of 15 Jono moved to Albany, where he stayed with
his sister Marion, brother Donald and nephews also his cousin
Pearl and Wally. Jono was like their other son always mixing
with the boys playing football and still getting up to mischief
until his mother Alma moved back to Albany, he then went
home to live with her. He was always a happy go lucky young
man full of jokes. As Jono became older, he met Natalie and
the two moved from Albany to Dubbo where they welcomed
his first child, his daughter Keturah. He was a very proud dad.
He eventually became homesick and returned to WA, where he
got a job working for the Albany shire and continued achieving
his goals playing football.
It was around this time he met Rachel and the two began
quietly spending time together, Jono would often tap on
Rachels window and climb through. Soon after, it became
apparent that it wasn’t so quiet as his future mother in-law
Carol knocked on the door one evening and told him to stop
jumping through the window and to come through the front
door. 4 years later, they welcomed their first child Henry,
followed by Robert, Dorenza and finally Kriccia his black baby.
Jono always tried his best to provide his children with
everything in life and was their biggest supporter, even during
the hard times.
At 15 years old his eldest daughter Keturah came over to WA so
she could meet her family, his heart was now whole again. The
two continued to build their bond and relationship even though
there was distance between them. Jono was full of life, he loved
spending time with his brothers and sisters and always taking
the kids and many others out for adventures and activities. The
house was never empty, over the years many kids got to call it
their home too, he always welcomed everyone with open arms
and created bonds with many.
Jono had an exquisite football career that expanded from local
to state and he won many awards along the way. He put on the
guernsey for North Albany, Denmark-Walpole, Borden, South
Barker, Dubbo Demons and many others, more recently he was
selected to play in the over 55’s State veterans’ football in both
Perth and Adelaide. His age never stopped him from achieving
his goals, one could say he was too frightened to grow old and
wanted to be 21 forever with his larrikin personality. During the
final years of his life, he cherished the time spent in Perth with
his kids and grandkids who were the apple of his eye and could
do no wrong. Jono also continued building his relationship with
his eldest daughter Keturah in NSW. We could go on and, on all
day, with all the stories, adventures and memories that loved
ones have of Jono as he was a much-loved family member,
mate, uncle, pop and brother to many, he will be remembered
and missed dearly by all who knew him.
John bird,
What can I say. I never thought in a million years that I would ever be saying goodbye to you, my love. We were meant to grow old together watching our children and grandchildren grow up, and eventually completing the full circle of life by each other’s side, welcoming our great grandchildren into the world. I know it was your time to go, but I want you to know that I will fondly treasure an entire lifetime of unforgettable magical moments and memories that you and I created together. A lifetime filled with endless light, through the good and the bad days. I trust that you will now use your angel wings to guide, protect and watch over our kids, our grannies and all that you love and mean the most too. Jono you will always have and hold the most special place in my heart, this will forever belong to you.
Rest peacefully my love, my soulmate and best friend. Til we meet again on the edge of heaven,
Rest peacefully.
Love Browny.
Dad,
I remember the first time I met you when I was 15 years old, and I had this man “my dad” crying for me in the middle of the airport, then when I left to go back home to Sydney several weeks later there were tears from both of us and this continued on, every visit you’d cry on my arrival and again on my departure. But this visit is different, here I am crying for you! I’ll always remember all the fun times we had together building our relationship. Distance never made it easy, but we made it work. I just hope that when you time came to an end you knew that I never hated you and I appreciated the effort that you did put in for me like walking to the pay phone at 5am (WA time) to call me, just to make sure I knew you were thinking of me. I always loved you and I always needed you. Dad, I am grateful to have had as much time with you as I did.
Your big girl Keturah.
Pop
Goodbyes are not forever
Goodbyes are not the end,
They simply mean we’ll miss you
Until we meet again!
We miss you crazy pop
Your nannas Taykira, Zakai & your black boy Jeriah
Dear Dad,
Words can’t describe the hurt in my heart, the emptiness in my stomach and pain I feel, for you have left us. The man I loved the most, my number 1 supporter and the source of warmth and happiness in our family. I will cherish the many memories I share with you especially of you living with us in Perth, playing footy together and the impact you had on your grandkid’s kids. Rest easy now Johnny.
Love from your big boy Henry.
To my beautiful father in-law. You treated me as if I were your own daughter. Thank you for all the beautiful memories we’ve shared, I will cherish them forever in my heart.
Love you always,
Katelyn.
Thank you for being the best pop to your Grandchildren Latiah, Taylan and Azariah. For always making them laugh and for joking around together, they will have beautiful memories of you, and they will never forget about their Pop Jono.
My Uncle Jono, I am heartbroken that we are doing this today, I never thought we would have to say our goodbyes to you so soon. You have been the father figure in my life since I was three years old. I am truly grateful for you giving us kids the best childhood and I will be forever grateful. You were our biggest supporter and our protector when we needed you. Our adventures we all shared together will never be forgotten
I will miss you forever in my heart,
your big girl Kojac Soyraya xx
Poppy Johnno,
We are going to miss you, you are the best pop anyone could have. Thank you for always making us smile laugh and taking us on lots of adventures.
Love Jahli and Nicholie.
Dad, where do I start? The pain I am feeling is like nothing I’ve felt before, I feel lost. Knowing that I will never get to spend time with you again, it makes me sick. You were the life of the party, and you could put a smile on anyone’s face, and was always the loudest and happiest in the room. I know life’s going to be different without you being around, I’m going to miss you so much dad, but I promise I’ll try my best to be strong and continue to make you proud. Even though our time together has been shortened, the memories and time we shared will last a lifetime. Thank you for being such a good role model, mentor and dad I wouldn’t be the man I am today without you. I’ll love you forever and always until we meet again.
Rest in peace my king,
Love your little man Robert.
My Dearest Dad,
Where do I even start? How do I put all my thoughts into such a little piece? I never thought I’d lose you this early in life. It breaks my heart that you won’t be here to walk me down the aisle or meet my children. But I can promise you that there won’t be a day in life where your name won’t be spoken of, ill always and forever live my life making sure of that. Dad you were such a remarkable individual who touched our lives in so many ways. As a kid I remember the excitement of going to your footy games and fighting with Kriccia about which one of us got to wear your number. Those moments like many others, created memories that will forever be cherished in my heart.
Dad your presence was like a ray of sunshine, brightening the lives of those around you. You had a way of making everyone feel special and valued. Whether it was through your encouraging words, acts of kindness or simply your warm smile and laugh. You weren’t only a talented footy player but a father figure and a role model to many. I wish I could have told you how much I truly loved you and how proud I was to call you, my father. Although I’m going to miss you forever, I know your finally at peace for eternity. Let us remember the incredible impact he had on our lives, though he may no longer be with us in person. His spirit will forever live on in our hearts, may we find solace in the memories that we shared and may his legacy continue to inspire us to live our lives with the same passion, kindness and love exemplified. Fairwell Dad, until we meet again, and I’m reunited in your arms.
Your big girl Dorenza.
My baby brother Jono.
You broke my heart in two. You put a big hole in my heart that no-one can fill, you were my baby brother who I loved dearly. Johnny you were a legend, my hero. You were full of life, a jokester who made everyone laugh. Jono my bro, I’m going to miss you every day. Tell all our loved ones that we miss and love them. Jono, as I write this piece my eyes are filled with tears, hoping that this is just a dream, but I know it is not, so I’ll say goodbye for now until we meet on that beautiful shore. I’ll love and miss you my buddy, you will be forever in my heart.
Your broken-hearted sister Marion.
My baby brother Jonathan Glen Woods (Jono)
Buddy Jono, you broke my heart, my heart is aching as I never thought you’d leave us so soon. You were our king, our rock, I’m lost for words, my eyes are filled with tears. Now all I know is that its not the same in Albany anymore, but I must stay in Albany for the rest of my life until I meet up with you again my buddy.
Give all our family a big kiss from us.
Your broken-hearted sister Jenny.
Jono ‘John bird’ Woods
I see your face every day and memories of you will be with me forever.
Your broken-hearted baby sister Koody-Kat Woods.
R.I.P baby brother.
Jonathan Glen Woods
My darling father.
My hero, my biggest supporter, my whole world.
The day your soul left this earth was the day half of mine did too. I am so lost without you. I wake up in the morning hoping you’d be next to me saying ‘Good morning my girl’. You’d always catch me when I’d fall and I’d do the same for you. Thank you for loving me with all your heart and giving me a type of love that was unbreakable. I am forever grateful to call you my father and for having you to experience life with, for turning me into the young woman that I am today. I know you will be with me every step of the way during this new and hard chapter of life. I know how much you were proud of me, and I hope you know how proud I was of you! I will never forget all the best, bad and funny times us kids had with you, all the activities and adventures we shared together, I thank you for that. Your definitely one of a kind my father. I will continue to carry your name and make you proud. No more worrying anymore dad, you’re in a happy place, at peace now. I will forever be missing you and carry our memories we shared together close to my heart. I love you so much!! This isn’t a forever goodbye.
May you rest in peace Dad.
Love your black baby girl Kriccia.
Our little Uncle Jonno Woods RIP
When you lose an uncle that you love so much. The hurt is so hard to hide. The hurt goes deep inside your heart. His smile lives on forever in your head. His hand we wish we could hold and touch. But we will never lose the memories of an uncle that we loved so much. Gone are the good times uncle Jonno but not our memories, for you will live on forever in our hearts until we meet again.
Shane, Karina, Andrew and the rest of the Woods family love you uncle Jonno.
To Rachel and family.
Condolences on the sudden loss of Jono. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
We will always remember the happy times growing up on the Borden Reserve with Nan and the family.
Annette, Moose, Donna, Bernie and family.
Heartfelt sympathy to sis Rachel, Keturah, Henry, Rob, Dorenza & Kriccia.
My baby brother,
Words cannot explain the heartache and pain I’m going through losing you, please give Kiya and Maddy hugs for me. I love you and will forever miss you. Hold you in my heart forever till we meet again R.I.P.
Your heartbroken old sister Sandra.
My baby brother Jono.
You broke my heart in two. You put a big hole in my heart that no-one can fill, you were my baby brother who I loved dearly. Johnny you were a legend, my hero. You were full of life, a jokester who made everyone laugh. Jono my bro, I’m going to miss you every day. Tell all our loved ones that we miss and love them. Jono, as I write this piece my eyes are filled with tears, hoping that this is just a dream, but I know it is not, so I’ll say goodbye for now until we meet on that beautiful shore. I’ll love and miss you my buddy, you will be forever in my heart.
Your broken-hearted sister Marion.
My baby brother Jonathan Glen Woods (Jono)
Buddy Jono, you broke my heart, my heart is aching as I never thought you’d leave us so soon. You were our king, our rock, I’m lost for words, my eyes are filled with tears. Now all I know is that its not the same in Albany anymore, but I must stay in Albany for the rest of my life until I meet up with you again my buddy.
Give all our family a big kiss from us.
Your broken-hearted sister Jenny.
Jono ‘John bird’ Woods
I see your face every day and memories of you will be with me forever.
Your broken-hearted baby sister Koody-Kat Woods.
R.I.P baby brother.
Sympathy to Rachel, Keturah, Henry, Robert, Dorenza & Kriccia.
My little brother Jono, so hard to think I’m writing this, the hurt and pain of losing you is too much to bear. Thinking of the times we spent together as brothers; I never ever thought you would break my heart it’s to unbearable. You were my little king my brother, everywhere you played footy I followed you and I was ever so proud of you.
You used to get Fairest and Best nearly every game, you were younger, but you were my idol.
I will always keep you close within my heart, when you get to those pearly gates give my boy Don Don a hug, tell him dad misses him.
Until we meet again my baby brother you will stay within my
heart forever.
May you R.I.P your heart broken brother Donald.
My dear son in-law, my only son in-law. The shock of your passing has left me devastated; you’ve been in my life for 36 years now, and I will remember and treasure all the things you did for me. I’m going to miss you tremendously and for a long time after that.
Always and forever in my heart.
Love mum Carol.
Jono we’re still lost for words and shocked at your sudden passing the heartbreak so many people are now facing after the loss of you is so overwhelming. You were always the life of
the party, the heart and soul in so many lives, loving, caring, kind, generous, such a character full of life. So many hearts are now broken without your infectious smile. We all hurt for each other and all those who can say how deeply they love you.
Many years, many memories you have showed nothing but love and respect for each of us. We will cherish all our memories and miss you more than words can explain until we meet again. May you rest peacefully now. To our daughter, our sister, and her family we are here for you all and so sorry you have lost the heart and soul of your home.
Love always Your father in-law Henry, stepmother in-law Linda, Ashley, Talitha, Nathan, Megan, Greg, Jemma, Nicole and all your nephews and nieces who will miss you dearly we love you
xoxo
To Rachel, Keturah, Henry, Robert, Dorenza, Kriccia, Soraya and grannies, my cousins Sandra, Mino, Jenny, Donald and Koodie my heartfelt sympathy.
My little brother there are no words to describe how I feel about losing you, me and my family are totally devastated about this loss as our vision was to grow old together. Me and you are first cousins, my mum and your mum are sisters, but I loved you like a son as I was so much older than you, and my children loved you like a brother. We showed each other so much respect and love over the years every time we saw each other. You shared my grief when I lost Wally and Sandra, like I did when you lost your loving mum and other family members. With my children you all did everything together, from playing football to playing basketball, to even dancing at local nightclubs and pubs. Your bond with them was so strong and loving. I know they will never get over losing you, their little uncle, their hearts are shattered my little cousin, shattered into a million pieces. We all had great memories living together in Albany at Leschenault St Lockyer, and Bellingham St in Spencer Park. The night you and the boys went and watched American Werewolf in London and the power went off, all we could hear was pounding on the road as you all run home. That poor little Datsun Bluebird could tell so many stories of your adventures together across the Great Southern, but never got picked up by the police, and the little Pink Cortina. The song you called your own, “Lean on Me” drives home to us all!
Rest in peace my little brother,
From your sister Pearl, brother Wally (dec), Debbie, Sandra
(dec), Walter, Ashley, Patrick, Derick and Bill.
Words cannot express how I feel losing you Jonbird, you were in my life for over 34 years. I never had a Dad, but you were my Dad, my brother in-law, my best male friend, thanks for always putting up with me no matter what.
I’ll never forget you Jonbird,
love you forever your brother in-law Hazza Brown Rodd
Our Uncle Jonbird, you were always there for us since birth supporting us and protecting us from anything. Whenever things were rough and we needed a home, food and love you and Aunty Rachel were always there throughout our childhood. We will forever cherish our memories, thank you for always being there for us Uncle Jono. You were truly one of a kind, we will never get another uncle like you.
We will miss you forever Uncle Jonbird.
Love Lisa, Samarah, Harry Jr and Darren
I’ve had nothing but beautiful memories with my uncle for as long as I can remember. He was always an inspiration to me. I will always be thinking of you my beautiful uncle! I think many will agree, although marriage made Jono my uncle, I feel he was already mine, and many others uncle already. His love for everyone was always felt and admired. Wherever Jono was, you’d hear, “Uncle Jono!” yelled from somewhere. His smile was always followed through with a warm hug, and “love ya my girl.” These small moments, that will always be missed!
Aaron and Ryn
My brother Birdy,
No words will ever amount to how much you mean to me and my kids, You’ve been my big brother and Dad since I was 12 years old. My entire lifetime and my kid’s life’s, you’ve been
there. It’s hard to imagine what life without you in it is going to be like. We are going to miss you old boy for the rest of our lives, all the memories will be cherished and held close to our hearts forever. What a magnificent man we all had the pleasure of loving, until one sweet day where we meet again. Love you John bird,
May you rest peacefully now my brother/uncle/dad. Love always your brother Daz, niece Hannah-Rose and nephews Sage and Jack.
Our little brother Jono
We are lost for words, don’t know what to say as you’ve left us in shock. All we can say is that we’ll love and miss you forever.
Your brother in-laws Harry and Phillip
My Dear Brother in-law.
Thank you for being the kindest person to me and your nieces and nephews. R.I.P, forever remembered.
From Corrina, nephew Tremaine and my daughters.
Uncle Jono,
The day you passed away it felt like everything changed you were one of a kind unk. All the memories and good times we had will never be forgotten, the hurt of not having you here
anymore will never fade away.
Love you always,
Your Neph Stewart and Niece Sarah and kids Daniel, Annie, Brandon, Stewie, Dylan and Nicole.
Our loving uncle,
Words cannot explain how much we are broken hearted. You always had those words for us, ‘love you my niece or nephews’. You were our idol and our one and only champ in footy, darts, whatever sports. You always use to tease Jayden, ‘there’s only one J.G.W, we know you and brother Jayden were close, you taught him well. We’ll always hold onto those special memories, miss and love you forever our uncle Jono.
Heartbroken nephews and nieces,
Malanna, Milissa, Mirella, Nikita, Isaac, Andy, Ernie, Jayden and Grandchildren.
Our little uncle Jono.
The tears in our eyes we can wipe away,
But the ache in our heats will always stay.
We love and miss you our boss little uncle and will always treasure the memories that we have of you, so bye for now until we meet again.
Paul, Anthony and our families.
Our beautiful little uncle.
How do we say goodbye to a man that had a heart of gold, who lived for your family. Our hearts are broken and life without you will never be the same, all we have are memories of the times we spent together, may you rest in peace, we will always love you our little ‘birdman’ Jono Woods.
Love your nieces, Josie, Rosie, Leah your nephew David and kids.
Jono ‘John bird’ Woods
Memories of you our uncle will stay with us every day, we will miss you unc! You were the greatest footballer of all.
Love from nephews Jermaine and Gerrard.
R.I.P Unc.
In Loving Memory of our little Uncle,
Of all the special gifts in life, however great or small, having you as our uncle was the greatest gift of all.
Deep in our hearts your life is kept to love and cherish, not to forget. No more tomorrows we can share but yesterdays are always there.
Forever in our hearts,
Love your nieces and nephews, Stacey, Joanne, Jamie, Kayla, Lareena, Danielle, Justine, Tristan, Kristian & extended family.
Do not care what the rules say… Jono you were my brother. Through the good times and the bad, from boys to men, you were always there for me. You made me laugh and most of all you had my back. I do not know what I will do without you Bird, it is not right. Thank you, my brother, for your love and unwavering support of Tanya, Kodie, Brandan and Jarrad. Also, Suzanne, Kieron, and Taylor. They will be forever grateful for you being in their lives and treasure the memories. As the saying goes, He Ain’t Heavy, He’s, My Brother. Jono my heart is so broken and heavy, but every step moving forward, I will carry you with me. My only wish is that you would have let me carry you in this life my brother, and then maybe we would not be here today. Love and prayers to Rachel, Keturah, Henry, Dorenza, Robert, Kriccia their loved ones and all our Woods family.
This is not goodbye, it is catch ya later… Hug Pie, Mum, and Nan for us, until we meet again my brother. We will love and miss you always. RIP – Our Legend JGW
Your Brother Ricky (Sugar), Tanya, Suzanne, Pop’s Kodie, Brandan, Jarrad, Taylor, Kieron, Tristan, Niece Courtenay & Bubba Miles.
The best times with you will be embedded in my heart til we meet again on that beautiful shore my brother, you knew that from the moment we met. Time to reflect on the good times we had together and the laughter we shared together with friends and family; it was absolutely precious. Going to miss your smiling face and cheeky smile and the character you were.
Love from Brother Jacko
My Uncle Jono, When I think about you, I’m taken back to the times growing up together in Borden & Albany & all the special memories we made. Even though words can’t explain the pain I’m feeling since losing you. Our memories will live on with me for the rest of my life. Uncle, you were always a big part of my life whenever & wherever we met, you’d always make a fuss of me & my family, & for that I’m eternally grateful.
I’ll love you always Uncle Jono, Rest Peacefully. Your loving niece Shirley & family.
Sending my heartfelt condolences to my niece Rachel her children and grandchildren on the loss of her partner, father and grandfather.
Jono,
In gods care you rest above,
in our hearts you rest with love RIP.
From Aunty Lola, Uncle Eric (deceased), cousins Russell, Eric, Quimby, Kevin and Reece
The Love of a family is life’s greatest Blessing.
Having you has our little brother and the Love we shared towards one another will always remain deep in our hearts, you may have been small in statue but you had the biggest loving heart losing you has left us heartbroken. You will be sadly missed but always
loved.
Your cousins Edie, Stanley, Margie and Gerry
Nephews & Nieces and Grannies.
Sending my deepest sincere condolences to Rachael and Johnno’s children and extended families…
Cuz, I don’t know why the man that creates us chooses to take us way too early. It’s been pretty hard these past few days just thinking of you, you were just one of those people that just continued to give to those who needed someone, whether it be a bed for the night, a feed or just someone to talk to you gave yourself too so many people, your sporting career and your personality will forever shine throughout Albany and all of Western Australia I’m sure of it, but it was the love you gave your family, for your girls and your boys that shone through the most. Thank you for sharing your kindness and being that jovial person that everyone got to share.
From Maressa, Aunty Vera & the Hardy family.
Jono the ‘Main Man Woods’
I’ve known you quite a while and you’ve always made me smile. Your pride in Rachel and your children was as extreme as your work ethic, and the impression you left on your clients or anyone that crossed your path. Condolences to all family and friends, Jono your special spark will never fade. We love you ‘Bruzz’
Ben, Ali, Arthur (Bens Dad) xxx
