Mary Elizabeth Woodruff
Mary Elizabeth Woodruff
Obituary
Guest Book
Mary Woodruff Obituary
Mary Elizabeth Woodruff, lover of Jesus, wife, mother, sister, teacher, and friend moved from this world to the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 after a lengthy illness. Mary was born on September 28, 1941 in Bonham, Texas. She married Pete Woodruff in 1961, was mother to Jeff Woodruff and Jenny Woodruff Holmans, and spent her life taking care of family and teaching the students that she dearly loved. Scripture was life-giving to Mary. Several verses could be seen throughout her home and she loved anything that made her think of her blessings. Cardinals also made her very happy and they became her official symbol.
Mary is survived by her son, Jeff (Diane) Woodruff, and daughter Jenny Holmans; brother Mike (Patty) Kincaid; sister Margaret (James) Melton; grandchildren Kyle (Rachel) Woodruff; Emily Douglas; Wes (Sarah) McElroy; Briana McElroy; Drew Holmans; Whitney Holmans; Alie Holmans; Zachary (Rachel) Holmans; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Service is Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2pm at the Methodist Church in Trenton, TX.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
219 West Sam Rayburn Drive P.O. Box 188, Bonham, TX 75418
People and places connected with Mary
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Mary Woodruff
How to support Mary's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Mary Woodruff's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
