Obituary of Beverly J. Woodworth

No visitation Beverly J. Woodworth Beverly J. Woodworth passed away at home Sunday morning, December 16, 2007, with her four children at her side after a courageous battle with cancer. Of her many accomplishments and passions, utmost was her love for her family. She was born June 23, 1924 and from that day forward charmed all whom she met. A lifelong member of the United Methodist Church family, she was also a devoted member of PEO. She was an ardent lover of nature, especially the ocean and "her mountain", gardening, photography, entertaining and traveling both here and abroad. Her accomplishments include being a career Navy wife, Rosie the Riveter during World War II, attending the University of Puget Sound, achieving her Associates Degree later in her life, and being the recipient of the highest award for volunteerism by the Parent Teacher Association, The Golden Acorn. Closest to her heart though, was the nurturing and loving care of her family. She is survived by her four children, Mari (Dick) Knapp, Deanna (John) Mehoves, Steven (Jill) Woodworth, and Christie Stelzig; eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations may be made to Washington's National Park Fund, designating Mount Rainier National Park. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 21, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church of Olympia, 1224 Legion Way SE.