Robert Leslie “Rob” Woods, age 73, of Hillsdale, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at his home. He was born on March 16, 1951, in Coldwater, to Charles and Doris (Rathbun) Woods.
Rob worked on George Farms in Coldwater and then at Cinder Motors for many years. He loved being outdoors and enjoyed camping, hiking, fishing and hunting. He also was an avid bowler and played with a few leagues and participated in tournaments. Rob adored his children and grandchildren and enjoyed baking cookies for them. Family was important to Rob, and he always enjoyed family cookouts and bonfires.
Rob is survived by his longtime partner Charlene Woods; five children, Robert “Robbie” (Melanie) Woods, Tonya (James Vosburgh) Blair, Stacy (Matt) Sandahl, Charlotte (Amae) Alomari, and Chuck (Stephanie) Bates; fifteen grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and three siblings, David (Julie) Woods, Janet (Ed) Fillmore, and Willa Buys.
He is preceded in death by his parents; one great-grandson, Kayden; and a brother-in-law, Lavern Buys.
There will be no services at this time for Rob Woods. Arrangements have been entrusted to the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association or Hospice of Hillsdale County.
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