Andrew Wood Cooley IV "Woody"

Woody passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at Carondelet St Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, Arizona. He was born June 12, 1951 in Salt Lake City to Dolores "Frankie" Bush and Andrew Wood Cooley III, their third child. After graduating from Skyline High School, Woody continued his education at the University of Utah, earning a Bachelor's Degree in English. He married Deborah Cook, later divorced, with whom he had a son, Quentin James Cooley.

Woody was loads of fun, with a good sense of humor. He was an avid reader and loved Rock and Roll music, even playing the bass guitar in a garage band in his teens. He loved sports, including baseball, and especially the Oakland A's. He lived in the San Francisco Bay area for a few years, selling Florsheim Shoes, and then transferred to Tucson, Arizona.

Due to a series of difficulties, Woody ended up homeless for several years, and while on the street, he was attacked and hit over the head, the injury causing grand mal seizures. He was rescued by a sweet lady named Cassandra. Woody needed more help and the Salvation Army saved his life. He lived in their facilities for many years, later sharing a home with his dear friend Marty Bradford who did so much to care for Woody and keep him safe. Woody worked for over ten years at the Salvation Army Thrift Store in Tucson.

Years of substance abuse and life on the streets had taken a toll on Woody. He continued to suffer from seizures and dementia, which required that he be placed at Infinity Assisted Living where he was loved and cared for. He was living there when he suffered cardiac arrest and was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital by paramedics. Woody languished a few days and then passed away, having never regained consciousness.

Woody expressed a belief in Jesus Christ- he had attended church at the Salvation Army and Calvary Chapel with his friend Marty. Now he has gone to his Eternal Home where there is no more pain, no more seizures, and no more crying.

Thank you to all the caregivers at Infinity Assisted Living, the staff of St. Joseph's Hospital, The Salvation Army, and friends Cassandra and Marty Bradford.

Woody is survived by son Quentin, sisters Carolyn Daun "Carol" Putzier and Lynda Irene Cooley, brother Christopher Terry (Jennifer) Draney, and many wonderful nieces and nephews and their children.

Preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Leland William "Lee" Landes, brother-in-law Donald Hartley "Don" Putzier, nephew Donald Steven "Donnie" Putzier, and grandniece Whitney Paige Villoria.

A private service was held in Tucson at Infinity Assisted Living led by Captain David Oh and Chaplain Jose Corrales of the Salvation Army.

A Celebration of Life reception will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, June 12, 2002 at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive, Millcreek, Utah, a graveside service will also be held at 3 PM on Sunday, June 12, 2022 at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive, Millcreek, Utah where Woody's ashes will be placed near his family.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Salvation Army at 1002 N Main Ave, Tucson AZ 85705

Psalm 73:26 "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."