Randall Norman Woods, Sr.

Mr. Randall Norman Woods, Sr., 77, of Swainsboro passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026, at his residence. He was born on December 2, 1948, in Swainsboro to the late Thomas Hoyt Woods and Mary Margaret Kersey Woods. Randall was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Yvonne Johnson Woods.

Randall dedicated 18 years of his life to serving with the Swainsboro Police Department. Outside of his work, Randall enjoyed the simple things in life, including hunting, fishing, and spending time at the racetrack racing cars as No. 33. He loved a good cup of coffee and could often be found enjoying one. Above all, Randall loved his family, especially his grandsons, who held a special place in his heart. He will be remembered for the time he spent serving his community, the things he enjoyed most, and the love he had for his family.

Survivors include his daughter, Vera M. Woods Williams (Richard) of Swainsboro; son, Randall N. Woods, Jr. (Tracy) of Swainsboro; grandsons, Lake Woods, Landon Woods, both of Swainsboro; brothers, Thomas Woods (Judy) of Kite, Clark Woods (Patty) of Swainsboro; sisters, Carolyn Stevens (Glynn) of Swainsboro, Kay Ratchford (George) of Wadley; companion, Donna Graham of Swainsboro; several nieces, nephews and many friends.

Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in the chapel of Chapman Funeral Home with Reverend Morris Brantley officiating.

Interment will be in Old Bethel Church cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Chapman Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Mitchell Henry, Keith Wright, Josh Williams, Wayne Crawford, David O’Quinn, and Chris Jukes.

In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to Bethel/Moxley Cemetery Fund, C/O Dana Nasworthy, 8390 Pinetucky Road, Kite, Georgia 31049.

Condolences may be expressed at www.chapmanfhofswainsboro.com.

Chapman Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements for Mr. Randall Norman Woods, Sr., 77, of Swainsboro.