GRANVILLE – With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Douglas Woodger, a loved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and a hard-working, dedicated dairy farmer. He departed this life on August 11th, at the young age of 51.
Douglas was born on July 18th, 1973 in Granville, MA. He spent his life devoted to his family and his work, embodying a spirit of hard work and commitment that defined his character. As a dairy farmer, he worked tirelessly to provide for his family and contribute to his community, taking immense pride in his work.
He was a loving and faithful husband to Michelle Woodger, with whom he would have shared 22 years of marriage on September 1st, 2024. Together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and many cows. Douglas was also a cherished father to Macy, who will remember him for his support, guidance, and the joy he brought into her life.
Beyond his professional and family life, Douglas was known for his big personality, love of basketball, the Red Sox, Celtics and dedication to Rockwood Farm. His legacy will live on through the values he instilled in his family and the many lives he touched through his work and kindness.
Douglas is survived by his wife Michelle, daughter Macy, parents Richard and Mary Woodger, Brother Dan (Sharon) Woodger of Granville, Sister Deb (Brian) Keller of Duxbury, In-laws Ronald (Teresa) Frost of Florence, Sister-in-law Kimberly (Greg) Oravec of Holyoke, Brother-in-law Bryan (Sarah) Frost of Belchertown. Nieces; Meghan, Emily, Madi, Anna, and Ayla. Nephews; Cole, Alex, Jackson, Jamison, and extended family and friends.
Services will be held on Sunday, August 18th from 1-5 p.m. with a Celebration of Life on Monday, August 19th at 10 a.m., Southwick Forastiere, 624 College Highway, Southwick, MA. The family welcomes all who knew and loved Douglas to join them in remembering a cherished life taken away too soon.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Douglas Woodger Memorial Fund, C/O Easthampton Savings Bank, 85 Broad Street, Westfield, MA in support of his daughter Macy, who started her first year of college at Nova Southeastern in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
He will be deeply missed, but his memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him. May he rest in peace.
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Southwick-Forastiere Funeral & Cremation
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