Scott Allen Woods

Scott Allen Woods, 44 of Wurtland, Kentucky went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Community Hospice in Ashland, Kentucky surrounded by his loving wife, family, and friends. Scott was born January 2, 1979 in Ironton, Ohio. Son of Steve Allen Woods and Linda Kay Barker Woods. Car enthusiast. Lover of family. Sports fanatic. Proud Raceland Ram. Exceptional friend. Mentor. Father. Son. Brother. To know Scott Allen Woods is to love him. To his fraternity brothers he may have been known as "Ox," but a more accurate representation of this man would be a "gentle giant." Scott had a heart that loved and gave without a thought for himself. Nothing made him happier than mentoring to Raceland students and the community he grew up in. Scott graduated from Raceland High School in 1997, where he played baseball, basketball, and football for the Rams with pride. He attended Eastern Kentucky University, where he was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity and graduated with a Bachelors in Education to teach students with moderate to severe disabilities. Scott received his Master’s Degree to teach students with learning and behavior disorders at Georgetown College, and a Rank 1 in Administration from University of the Cumberlands. In 2004 Scott started his teaching career at West Carter High School, and then accepted a position mid year at his alma mater, Raceland High School, as a special educator. Scott was always willing to lend a hand, and help young men and women grow as athletes and individuals. He loved the time he spent coaching baseball, basketball, football, and volleyball. When Scott's "smokin’ hot wife," Megan, came along he was hopelessly devoted to her as well, and he took great pleasure in calling her that. They were married June 11, 2010 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Family is something that Scott loved and cherished above all things. When their first child, Couper Scott (11), was born in December of 2011 he was one proud Papa. This added a whole new level of joy and devotion to Scott's life. He remained a beacon of light and hope throughout an extended illness. In the midst of the storm a miracle was born, Whitley Renee (9) made her entrance in July 2014. In March of 2017 Owen Clyde (6) was welcomed to the Woods family, and Scott was able to enjoy every minute with his baby boy. Scott has always been a muscle car enthusiast. His closest friend, his Dad, passed the love of fast cars down to him. He LOVES old muscle cars. The louder and faster the better. One of his favorite hobbies was going to car shows with his dad. Likewise, Megan shared his passion for cars. They have enjoyed spending time together perusing cars together as well. They even named their first born for the coupe, Couper. Scott was a baptized member of Greenup First Baptist. He had a tender, giving heart. He ALWAYS thought of others and puts them before himself. If anyone mentioned a problem or having something that needed fixed he was there in a heartbeat. He learned to have a servant's heart from his dad. They are always there, willing to help anyone in need. Scott has always been a fighter and a survivor. Whether rooting on the underdog that few believe in at work, or fighting until the battle is won both on and off the field. Scott always finished what he started. He gives everything of himself for his family and community. Along with his parents Scott is survived by his loving wife, Megan Renee Woods; his daughter, Whitley Woods; his two sons, Couper Woods and Owen Woods; his sister, Heather (Damien) Tharpe as well as his extended family and friends. A funeral service for Scott Woods will be held on Monday, September 18, 2023 at 2pm at Raceland Worthington High School with Dr. Tom Melvin officiating. Burial will follow at Melvin Cemetery. Friends may visit from 11am until time of the service on Monday at the school. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Raceland FRYSC earmarked for Scott Woods Memorial Athletic donation. Arrangements entrusted to Evans Funeral Home.

Scott Allen Woods

January 2, 1979 - September 14, 2023