Emma Arlene Woodward, age 65 of Marion, Ohio passed away on November 4, 2021 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. Emma was born on June 15, 1956 to the late Floyd Mackey and Margaret Jane (Hagelbarger) Mackey in Millersburg, Ohio. She is survived by her husband Clarence Woodward, whom she married on July 6, 1996. As well as their children Brian (Janet) Judd, Sarah (Nathan) Nelson, Jennifer (Rick) Edwards and Nathan (Sarah) Judd. Emma is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, 1 brother, Robert Mackey, 3 sisters, Alice (Craig) Hix, Pam (Bob) Rohr and Patty (Greg) Montenaro. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers.
Emma graduated with an associate’s degree and enjoyed her job as an office professional. She was a wife, a homemaker, a caregiver. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, sewing and crafting. She was also a member of Kirkpatrick Church of Christ.
There will be a celebration of life Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 1:00 at Kirkpatrick Church of Christ with Pastor Don Kelley. The address is 5154 Columbus Sandusky Rd North, Marion Ohio, 43302. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the family.
Affordable Cremation Services of Ohio is honored to handle Emma’s arrangements.