Verrell Woods

In Loving Memory of Verrell E. Woods

February 11, 1932 – October 1, 2026

Verrell E. Woods, affectionately known to all as Verrell, was a beacon of strength, love, and generosity whose life began on February 11, 1932, in Alexandria, Virginia. She was the cherished daughter of the late Maggie Johnson and John James. Verrell was a pillar of resilience and determination, and her journey through life began in the humble setting of Bealeton, Virginia.

Verrell was a remarkable woman of grit, having spent her life in the demanding work of a steel mill. Yet, it was her soft heart and boundless compassion that truly defined her. Verrell was a woman who lived by the words of Helen Keller, "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart." She opened her home and her heart to anyone in need, proving that her strength was more than just physical. Her welcoming spirit, fierce honesty, and unique ability to make everyone feel at home were cherished by all who were fortunate to know her. Verrell was joyfully married to the late James "Jim" Woods, and together they created a home filled with laughter, love, and the delicious aroma of Verrell's unforgettable cooking.

Verrell's love for life was contagious and her memory will continue to inspire those who were touched by her kindness. She was a woman of many talents, from her incomparable baking skills to her adeptness at crocheting, but her greatest talent was her ability to love unconditionally. As Maya Angelou once said, "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Verrell's legacy is indeed one of love, generosity, and the distinct feeling of home she instilled in those around her.

Verrell is survived by her devoted caregivers and beloved nieces and nephews: Leah Harrison, Rose, William, Ray, and Kenny. She also leaves behind a host of other relatives and friends whose lives were enriched by her loving presence. Verrell was preceded in death by her parents, Maggie Johnson and John James.

While Verrell's physical presence will be missed, her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those she loved. Her laughter, her cooking, her crocheting, and her unique way of caring for everyone will forever be remembered. Verrell's life was a testament to the strength of love and the power of generosity, and her memory will continue to inspire all who knew her.

Please visit Verrell's memorial page to share your fondest memories of her and to upload photos that celebrate her beautiful life.