Have just heard the dreadful news of Woody's passing. Even though it was 5 years ago, this still hits hard. Having spent some time in Helvetia around the turn of the century, Woody was always gracious with his time to teach others whether it be displaying all of the ways Ramps could be cooked, lining up brat vendors for 'FASNACHT', or making sure OLD MAN WINTER burned in effigy to keep the cold out.

Woody was also a staunch supporter of his beloved WVU Mountaineers and boy I tell ya what, if you were having a glass of warm cider out with him you best not criticize the Gold and Blue....EVER, and boy that man could play a mean Tuba and is one of the best musicians I have ever heard. I know that if Woody wanted to, he could have been part of a barbershop quartet in the DC area, he was invited by a Dept of Agr guy up there. He was THAT GOOD, but it would have cut into his time around Helvetia and making it NAME BRAND GLOBAL TOWN.

Hopefully the town lets Woody's spirit live on with perhaps a monument or the construction of as Swiss Chalet themed hotel, named THE HIGGINBOTHOM.

RIP
Sal Lasardo, JR
Mount Pilot, NC

Thank you for all you did for all of us, and keeping us pointed in the right direction.

Woody, we are still in disbelief that you are gone, but we know you are in a far better place. Thank you for being a part of our lives.

Lark, I played tuba with Woody with the Belington Brass Plus and more recently with Just For Fun band here in Elkins. We sat next to each other as he played baritone. A wonderful man and friend over the years. I am saddened to hear of his passing but, grateful for the times we shared and our Lord's mercy to Woody. B.J. Manning Elkins

What a sad time for our family and the Helvetia community. We have 40+ years of Woody memories to cherish. Woody's involvement in the Folk Dancers, Community Singers, Zion Church, The HRDO, The Hall Association, The Library and Pickens School is appreciated and will be sorely missed. His friendship and all the great times we have shared will remain a lasting legacy.

Lark, Woody will be missed--deepest sympathy Donna and Vernon L. Morgan

Lark...I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Woody’s passing. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember Woody as part of our greatest band here in Paden City and will pay tribute to Woody through a donation to the band!

What a character! We shared many great times as coworkers and partners in crime at Tygarts Valley High School planning Proms from beginning to end. I'll never forget lunchtime and any reason to have cake...ice cream cake for Woody! Glad he is released from his pain, and he will be missed by many for a very long time.

Merrill and Bob Balderson

Lark,
Sending love and prayers for peace. I'm sorry i can't be there in person, but there in spirit.
love, Julie

Lark and family, we were sorry to hear about Woody. Please accept our condolences and want you to know we are praying for you during this very difficult loss for you and your family. Woody was such a nice guy and always so positive and congenial. He was a talented guy and loved music so much. I am happy to have known him and he will be missed. Blessings, love , and Prayers. Barb and Hop