Earnest Woodruff Obituary
The memory of Earnest Woodruff of Abingdon, Illinois, who passed away on October 12, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Buster Woodruff and Leona Woodruff (Riney); his sons, Richie Woodruff and Ricky Norris; and his siblings, Benjamin "Ben" Woodruff, Kenny Woodruff, Aaron Woodruff and Evelyn Lester.
He is survived by: his wife Pat; his children, Brian Woodruff of Abingdon, Jimmy Norris (Teri) of Abingdon, Jacky Norris of Florida, Gayle Woodruff of Branson, Traci Woodruff (Ben Shepherd) of Abingdon, Patti Burke (Thomas) of Virginia and Vicki Norris of Galesburg; his sister Karon Lamkin of Yuca; and his pet Charmaine. He is also survived by twenty grandchildren, several great grandchildren and many great great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 15th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Hinchliff Pearson West Funeral Directors and Cremation Service (206 N Washington St, Abingdon, IL 61410). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 16th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
