John Grover Woodworth
With profound sadness and love, we share the passing of John Grover Woodworth who departed this world on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the age of 73, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Charlotte, the son of Charles and Donna (Moore) Woodworth. John lived a life full of grace, kindness, and quiet strength. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, known for his generosity, sense of humor, and unwavering support for those around him. Whether it was through a warm smile, a comforting word, or a helping hand, John made a lasting impact on everyone he met.
Growing up on the family farm from a young age, John learned how to work hard. After graduating from Eaton Rapids High School, John earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Dairy Science from Michigan State University. He then took ownership alongside his brother of the family dairy farm. Shortly after John lost both his father and brother, he sold the farm and began working as a Loan Officer for the Department of Agriculture. John was a true Arborist; over the years he has planted countless trees on his property as well as gifted trees to family and friends to plant and enjoy. He also found joy in working on his family’s ancestry, bird watching from his deck, and gardening. In recent years his passions became difficult due to a genetic disorder that made John powerchair bound. John still found a way to enjoy his passions from his powerchair. Above all John was proud of his children and grandchildren.
John is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Susan Woodworth; children, Nicholas (Brandon) Woodworth, Elizabeth (Joshua) Kujawa, and Matthew (Yuly) Woodworth; step-children, Caroline (Robert) Shrier, Ian Love, and Fiona (Brian) Love-Johnson; grandchildren, Alyssa, Quin, Elijah, Jacob, Aaron, Avery, Issac, Ellery, Olivia, Aria, Chloe, and Isabella; sisters, Marion (Dennis) Mayne, Zoe Ann Davis; and dear cousin, Carl Woodworth. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Mike Woodworth, John David Woodworth; and brother-in-law, Lindell Davis.
Friends are encouraged to support John’s family by sharing memories on his Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. His family is planning a Celebration of Life under his beloved trees for a later date this summer. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Elara Caring Hospice, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Foundation, or the Arbor Day Foundation. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
May John rest in peace, and may we carry his light with us always.