Joseph R. Woods, 74

Joseph R. Woods died peacefully at home in Coeur d'Alene, ID, November 3, 2014. He was born on April 10, 1940. Russel and Vivian (Piche) Woods became his proud parents alongwith his sister Cheri, in Missoula, Montana.

After graduating from Loyola High School, he married Marie Howel and had three sons: Russel, Robert (Robby) and Bryan. He attended school in Spokane Valley to become an electrician. Starting his career at Walford Electric in Missoula then retiring from Smurfit -Stone in 2004 after 37 years at the paper mill as an electrician. He also served in the National Guard.

Joe made many friends throughout his life with his many jokes and stories. He was an avid fisherman and always said "a bad day of fishing was better than a good day of working!" He also was a trap shooter and enjoyed hunting.

After his marriage to Tava Dee Sweeney in 1993, they enjoyed ATV riding, boating, RV camping and were able to take many trips with cruises to the Mediterranean and the Bahamas as some of their favorites. They recently moved to Coeur d'Alene to enjoy the nearby lakes

He had many skills in building, plumbing, welding and was able to make or repair most anything. His favorite saying was "It may not be pretty but it is hell for stout." He never hesitated to come to the aid of friends, neighbors and family. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and played a mean game of pinnacle. He will be greatly missed.

Joe is survived by his loving wife, his sons, and stepchildren Roger, Rod, Traci, and his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, numerous in-laws and nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be 1:00 PM on Monday November 10, 2014 at the Yates Funeral Home, Hayden Chapel. Please visit Joe's memorial and sign his online guestbook at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com.