Emily Woods Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Emily Woods, 36, of Walker, Iowa, gained her wings on Tuesday, December 1, 2020, at Unity Point St. Luke’s Hospice in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, following a brief illness. A celebration of Emily’s life will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at the Walker City Park. The family requests all guests dress casual in “Emily attire” and wear jeans and flip flops. Emily was born on January 3, 1984, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the daughter of Edward and Susan (Brecht) Woods. She graduated from North Linn High School in 2002 and received her degree in Criminal Justice at the University of Northern Iowa. Emily owned a tattoo business and worked as a waitress. Her hobbies were kayaking, fishing, cooking with Greg, orchids, hostas, and gardening; especially her heirloom tomatoes and HOT peppers. Emily will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Emily is survived and lovingly remembered by her mother and father; sister, Erin; brothers, Eddie and Eric (Tasnim); nephews, “her boys”, Abdulrahman, Rayan and Elias; boyfriend, Greg Ulin; the love of her life, Huckleberry; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She will be welcomed into heaven by her grandparents; great aunts and uncles; and her fur baby, Yoder. The family extends a special thank you to Dr. Younger and staff, the great nurses and staff at St. Luke’s, St. Luke’s rehab and the Angels in the hospice unit. Memorials may be directed to Emily’s family in care of Murdoch Funeral & Cremation Service at 3855 Katz Drive, Marion, Iowa 52302.

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Emily Woods

January 3, 1984 - December 1, 2020