Jerry Winford Woolwine

Jerry Winford Woolwine, 72, of Mobile, Alabama, was called to his heavenly and eternal home on Thursday, November 3, 2022.

Jerry was born September 14,1950, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to Vallie Marie Bellow Woolwine and Woody Woolwine, Sr. He grew up in Sanford, Mississippi, and Vidor, Texas, where he graduated from Vidor High School. He worked for Continental Grain Elevator in his earlier years and then Exxon Mobil Refinery for 27 years from which he retired. He had an impeccable work ethic and was known to be one of the hardest working guys around.

Jerry was a devoted and loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and family member. He had a charismatic personality and never met a stranger. He was always eager and happy to help someone in need. He was a blessing to many, and he himself was greatly blessed by his wonderfully close friends, sponsor and mentors. He had a genuine love for his friends and he cherished their friendships. He brought fun and laughter to all those around him and took joy in helping others enjoy life. His relationship with God was important to him and he never hesitated to shared his faith which was an encouragement and inspiration to others. His relationship with his family was special to him and he was always there to help a family member in need and encourage those in difficult times. He enjoyed the great outdoors and thoroughly enjoyed being on the water, whether it was skiing, boating, fishing or just taking in the majesty of God’s creation while walking along the beach. One of his greatest enjoyments was spending time at Padre Island with his children and friends and he especially enjoyed spending time with his grandson, Connor, who brought great joy and purpose to his life. They often spent time hunting for lizards and doing all the fun things that were special to Connor and his Paw Paw.

Jerry will surely be missed, but the seeds of love, generosity, compassion, encouragement, and laughter will live on in our hearts forever.

He is survived by his daughters, Jackie Crow and her partner, Joaquin Pina and Jennifer Woolwine; former spouse and mother-in-law, Gloria Williams Woolwine and Geraldine (Ga Ga) Williams; grandson, Connor Thompson, all of Mobile, Alabama; brothers, Carroll Woolwine of Beaumont, Texas; Wayne Woolwine (Wilma) of Collins, Mississippi; Woody Woolwine, Jr. (Gaynell) of Sanford, Mississippi; and Roger Woolwine of Corpus Christi, Texas; sisters, Jeanette Willett of Vidor, Texas; Diane Buoy (Mike) of Magnolia, Texas; Brenda Cantella of Beaumont, Texas; Kay Holloway (Perry) of Brookeland, Texas; and Roxanne Jenkins (Steve) of Lumberton, Texas; and a host of many special nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Woody and Vallie Marie Woolwine; brother, Earl “Bud” Woolwine; and sister, Sylvia Woolwine Herring.

A gathering of Mr. Woolwine’s family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with his funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 17, 2022, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium.

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Memorial contributions in memory of Jerry Winford Woolwine may be made to the following organizations: The H.O.W. Center, 2509 Cable Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77703, 409-832-7102; Meals on Wheels, 4590 Concord Road, Beaumont, Texas 77703; or Some Other Place, P.O. Box 0843, Beaumont, Texas 77704.