Albert Woodrow Crosby, better known as "Woody" to all his family and friends, was born December 9, 1943 in Spartanburg, SC to the late Elouise D. and Woodrow Crosby. He passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at Trinity Glen in Winston-Salem, NC.

At a young age, "Woody" was an active participant at the YMCA when it was located on Patterson Avenue. There he, his longtime teenage friend, the late Bishop Joseph P. Lowery and many other childhood friends were mentored by the late "Mo" Lucas. He developed a love for sports that included basketball, playing pool and ping pong. He received his formal education locally and attended Atkins High School.

In later years, "Woody" moved to Dorchester, MA where he lived for approximately 10 years. He was then summoned to return to Winston-Salem to be caretaker to his older sibling Clyde, who had returned from the Korean War severely injured.

He was a very outgoing person who loved to watch sports and listen to music. He loved to cook, whether in the kitchen or when he entertained outside as he grilled. He was usually the life of the party, and most people also knew him to be a particularly sharp dresser. He was rarely seen without his creased jeans and leather jacket.

"Woody" was a crafted painter by trade and a dedicated and very hard worker. He was employed with Baptist Hospital for many years as a painter. When his vision became impaired, he worked for Industries for the Blind for many years until his health declined.

He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Clyde, Frankie and Roy.

He is survived by his children; Darryl Woodrow Powell of Boston, MA and Christina Tyler of Winston-Salem, NC; two step-children, Tonya Mitchell (Michael) Hyman and Kevin Mitchell both of Winston-Salem, NC; a sister, Barbara Jean Hill (Stanley) Drake; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was loved and cared for by his devoted caregivers, Mrs. Barbara and Mr. Solomon Green.

There will be no public viewing. Graveside service 11:30 AM, Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, 3250 High Point Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27107.

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