He was a retired manager for Safeway Stores, Inc. in Modesto, CA, having operated stores in Turlock, West Sacramento, Manteca, Red Bluff, and Merced, CA. His job responsibility was to open new stores, get them going and move on to the next one, spending 30 years with the company.
LeRoy was a member of the Church Of Christ where he served as deacon, elder and gospel preacher. He loved leading singing and taught all of his children that as well. He was an avid fisherman, bowler, sang in a quartet and, most importantly, was a Christian, always putting God first. He was family man, a loving husband, dad, grandpa and great-grandpa. He was a hero to his children, but especially to his only daughter Kim, because she was a "daddy's girl".
Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Marie Pack Wooten of Monticello; three sons, Randy Wooten and wife Monica of Kansas City, KS; Craig Wooten and wife Cindy of Cincinnati, OH; Mark Wooten and wife Amber of Jonesboro; one daughter, Kim Cooper and husband David of Monticello; one sister, Betty Dee of Hughson, CA; seven grandchildren, Erin, Zach, Joel, Sonya, Seth, Brinley and Baylee; twelve great-grandchildren and numerous precious nieces, nephews, and friends.
A memorial service will be held 3:00 p.m. Friday, June 22, 2018 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(8)
Kellie parker
Turlock, CA Friday, June 29, 2018 My prayers for you and the family at this hard time. Though we know that he are in a better place it's still hard to say goodbye. But if you believe, we should say :im sorry for your temporary separation, because we will see them again. Continued prayers for strength.Christine Patterson
Davenport, IA Wednesday, June 27, 2018 This is a difficult time ...please be gentle with yourself. Give your heart time to grieve, to feel the love around you, and to remember.We were your neighbors for 16 years. Please know that even though we live in Iowa our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chris and Dennis Patterson
Seth and Jan Daniel
Hernando, MS Friday, June 22, 2018 Sorry we were not able to be there, but our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Chris Dee Young
Brownwood, TX Friday, June 22, 2018 So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and peace. May God wrap all of you in his loving arms as he welcomes your sweet dad into heaven.Janice & Joe Hurd
Searcy, AR Thursday, June 21, 2018 We are so sorry for your loss. We have loving memories of Brother Wooten and Marie. Joe and JaniceSharon Bayliss
Monticello, AR Thursday, June 21, 2018 LeRoy was a very kind and gentle man. I sold him a ton of minnows throughout the time we had the bait shop. The man loved to fish. He was always so respectful and gracious and always had the biggest smile. May The Lord hold all of his family in the palm of of His hand and may you only have the fondest memories in their hearts during this difficult time. God Bless.Connie Dodson
Monticello, AR Thursday, June 21, 2018 Kim and David, my heart is heavy for your sorrow. Prayers for strength to get through this time of grief and asking Him to wrap you in His loving arms and fill you with that love. I love you both so very much.Lori
Monticello, AR Tuesday, June 19, 2018 I am so very sorry for your loss. I loved this man. He was awesome!! I was privileged to provide him physical therapy many times. I will miss him!!