It is with great sadness that the family of the late James John Woodford announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital on Thursday August 4th, 2016 at the age of 79 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving partner Elizabeth, son Richard of Ottawa, daughter Deborah of Saskatchewan, 3 step sons; David (Annette) of Stephenville, Tony (Cora) of Alberta, Troy of Paradise, two brothers Thomas (Connie) of Harbor Main, Kevin (Kit) also of Harbour Main, along with his two sisters Rose (Ruby) of London, ON and Loretta (Murdock) of NB, six grandchildren: Connor, Kylie, Kaitlyn, Meghan, Cassandra & Ryan and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his loving parents, Thomas and Johanna, and two brothers Gerald & Clarence. Visitation will be held on Sunday August 7th, 2016 at 7-9 pm at Russell's Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville. Funeral Service will take place at Russell's Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, August 8th, 2016 at 10:00 am with interment to follow at the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery on the Hansen Highway. Donations may be made to Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Dialysis Unit. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.Russellsfuneralhome.ca.