Jason Woods, 53, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away on February 23, 2026, at his home surrounded by the love of his family.
He was born on August 20, 1972, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. He was the son of Verlyn Blair Woods and Bettye J. (Colyer) Wright. He married Deanna Burton on April 23, 1994, in Wabash County. They spent 38 wonderful years together and were married for 32 years.
Jason was the Owner/Operator of Woods Electric LLC in Mt. Carmel, Illinois along with his Uncle Neal Woods.
He enjoyed Sunday Night Dinners with his family and friends every Sunday night. He loved to go fishing, mushroom hunting and spending time with his son Nathan riding 4-wheelers. Oaklee, his granddaughter, was the LOVE of his life!
Survived by his wife, Deanna, son, Nathan (Chelsey) Woods, sister, Mary Beth (Diane) Woods, granddaughter, Oaklee Woods and best friend/father figure, Neal Woods.
Jason was preceded in death by his father, Verlyn Blair Woods.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Short-Cunningham Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Short-Cunningham Funeral Home.
Burial will follow the service at Highland Memorial Cemetery.
Memorial contributions for Jason Woods can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Envelopes will be available at Short-Cunningham Funeral Home.
Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com
Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Woods family.
