Ralph Bagley Woodward's Obituary
Ralph Bagley Woodward, 63, peacefully returned to his Heavenly Home February 22, 2023. He arrived at LDS Hospital March 21, 1959. His 5 older siblings were disappointed because, at only 5 lbs, he spent a month at the hospital and they could only wave from outside.
Ralph was always happy and right in the middle of the action, created by himself or others. He was full of ideas and not afraid to try anything. He loved helping people and spent many hours fixing things for them. He loved riding horses and after spending time in Franklin, Idaho came home with his beloved Pony of America, Mouse. They would go camping together. Skyline High begged Ralph to be on their baseball team but he declined. His philosophy, “You should be able to hit any pitch thrown.” He loved avocado sandwiches and especially Mom’s frozen strawberry jam which he liked to eat straight from the bottle.
Ralph loved adventures whether on his dune buggy, that he made from scratch, snowmobiles, jet skis, 4-wheelers, or motorcycles. He could pull them all apart and put everything back together. He rounded up mini-snowmobiles and motorcycles for his daughters and nephews to ride around his parent’s yard. Ralph made friends easily and was always thinking and planning fun things to do. He often dropped whatever he was doing to help friends and family.
Ralph had a real talent for vehicle body work. After working on a valuable Rolls Royce, his meticulous work was showcased when no one realized the back side fender was totally new. Ralph constructed a beautiful red and white waterskiing boat from just a hull. He loved boating, fishing, and was always thrilled to go to Callao where he was welcomed by relatives and could indulge in pine nut gathering. He loved deer hunting and being in nature. Ralph and his dog(s) were inseparable. Scondo, his last dog, was his constant companion, often riding around in a milk crate on the back of his motorcycle.
Even with a damaged heart, he was still up for working on trucks, cars and motorcycles. He even bought a cherry picker so he could cut down the neighbors trees. His trip to Tennessee was one of his best memories. Ralph lived with Mom and would help keep the house up. He put an air conditioner in the kitchen window so Mom would be cool.
After Mom’s passing, Ralph purchased land in Fruitland, Utah. He enjoyed changing the topography of the land with his equipment. He spent hours and hours moving dirt and installing more of the necessities of life on his “little plot of heaven.” Unfortunately, his efforts were cut short by his death.
Sadly, like too many, he had his challenges with drugs. It affected him, his family, and his friends. He's now moved on to a more beautiful place with family and loved ones to greet him. His passing was peaceful. God be with you, Ralph, until we meet again. We love you.
The family is grateful for the long friendship Debbie Carlson-Ferderber has always shown for Ralph.
Ralph is survived by his siblings: DeAnn Neal (Kirt), Renee Fasbender (Mark), Stan Woodward (Karen), Brent Woodward (Jill), Carol Hockin (Grant) and numerous nieces and nephews who loved him.
Ralph was preceeded in death by his parents, Doney Leon and Marian Bagley Woodward., and sister Marilyn.
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