Harry Hollis Woodworth
1929-2016

LAKEPORT, Calif. – Lakeport resident Harry Woodworth passed away on June 10, 2016. He was 87.

A child of the Depression, Harry was born in Nebraska to Paul and Venita Woodworth on May 24, 1929.

He survived Dust Bowl pneumonia to become an MP in the U.S. Army.

A drama major in college, he went on to use his flair for public speaking as a science teacher at McPherson Jr. High School in Orange, Calif., for more than 30 years.

He remained married to Celia Hamilton Woodworth, his wife of 46 years, until her death in 2011.

In retirement, Harry was an avid participant in the Lake County Rock Club, the Writers Club, the Senior Center and in the monthly luncheons of the local retired teachers’ association.

Full of enthusiasm and good humor, he endeared himself to loved ones and strangers alike and will be sorely missed.

He is survived by his stepson Christopher Conkle, his son Stephen Woodworth, and his granddaughter Courtny Conkle, as well as by his extended family and in-laws.

A memorial service will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Thursday, July 14, at 11 a.m. 

For further information, contact Chapel of the Lakes at 707-263-0357 or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .