Mr. Jackie "Jack" Vern Woods

Born: February 2, 1936, Died: January 8, 2026

Born to A. V. Woods and Nell Woods in Steele, Missouri. Graduated from Messick High School in 1954. Joined the United States Air Force in 1958.

Jack was very proud of his military career. During his service to his country he served two overseas tours away from his young family. The family was able to join him during two tours in Japan.

Jack married the love of his life; Eva Kay Lemmons, on February 15, 1958. They shared 53 wonderful years together.

Jack and Kay were the proud parents to 4 sons; Tim, Mike, Steve and Dan.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, A.V. and Nell Woods, his sisters; Betty Lowry and Jean Emerson, his lovely wife; Eva Kay, son; Steve and great grandaughter; Grace Bozarth.

Upon retirement he took up two of his favorite passions, golf and fishing. He was a member of several golf clubs and played regulary with his friends and sons. He enjoyed fishing on all the local lakes and had property at Pickwick Lake in Mississippi crappie and bass fishing as well as boating.

Jack is survived by his sons; Tim (Mary), Mike (Wendy), Dan (Robyn), grandchildren; Daniel Woods, Paul Woods, Sarah (Josh) Bozarth, Amanda (Michelle) Escheman, Emily (Corey) Smith. great-grandchildren; Alexandra Bozarth, Amelia Smith and Beckett Smith.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, January 13, 2026 from 10:00am to 11:00am at Collierville Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at Memorial Park Southwoods in Memphis.