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Collection: FND001 - SHSND Foundation - North Dakota Heritage Family Memorial Program
Series: Tribute
Folder: DIG
Item: 272224
Title: Alan W. Woodbury
Date: 8/28/1944-6/6/2026
Inscription/Marks: 8/28/1944
Summary: Alan Woodbury, 81, of Dickinson, ND, passed away June 6, 2026, in Rochester, MN. A funeral service was held June 15, 2026, at Stevenson Funeral Home, Dickinson. Burial was at Dickinson Cemetery. Alan W Woodbury was born on August 28, 1944, in Carson, ND, the son of loving parents who instilled in him the values of hard work and kindness. He graduated from Carson High School in 1962 and, shortly after, married the love of his life, Connie L. Hull, on November 27, 1965, in Page, ND. Their journey together was a beautiful testament to their shared dreams and ambitions, particularly during their time at North Dakota State University, where Alan earned his double major degrees in agricultural economics and animal science in 1970. Alan and Connie welcomed two children, Rick and Bobbi, into their lives. In 1970 the family moved back to Dickinson and began building a bright future together. As Alan transitioned from sales to management at the PV Elevator, their family grew with the addition of two daughters, Jill and Angie. In 1983, Alan took a bold step by purchasing the mill and rebranding it as Woody's Feed, a name that would soon become synonymous with quality across the nation. His dedication and expertise led to the construction of a specialized horse feed mill and an oat processing plant, contributing to the success of racehorses that graced prestigious tracks, including winners of the Kentucky Derby. Alan's unwavering commitment to excellence extended not just to his business but also to his beloved quarter horses. A true horseman, he proudly raised numerous champions, including Roses Cantina, Tell Em Belle, Banker, and Jag. Banker became a household name in steer wrestling, being crowned Horse of the Year at the National Finals Rodeo, showcasing Alan's talent for recognizing and nurturing remarkable equine athletes. Retiring from mill work in 2023, Alan dedicated his time to cultivating the next generation of champions while fostering memories with family at his farm in Dickinson. The doors of his home were always open to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who brought him immeasurable joy. Alan cherished each moment spent with family and friends, whether discussing ranching, sharing stories, or simply enjoying each other's company. Alan is survived by his loving children, Rick Woodbury, Bobbi (Chuck) Maher, Jill (Patrick) Healy, and Angie (Todd) Barlow. He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Connie, who passed away in 2017.
Red ID: FND_I_79716 Image ID: 595766 Image Notes: FND001 272224

Collection: FND001 Digitized Images from Collection
Title: SHSND Foundation - North Dakota Heritage Family Memorial Program
Date: -

Summary: The North Dakota Heritage Family Memorial Program is sponsored by the North Dakota Funeral Directors Association. The life stories of deceased North Dakotans are featured in an archvied collection. Current partners in the project are Eastgate Funeral & Cremation Services, Bismarck Evans Funeral Homes, Carrington and New Rockford Everson-Coughlin Funeral Home, Williston Fulkerson Funeral Home, Tioga Fulkerson Funeral Home, Watford City Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Williston Nero Funeral Home, Bottineau Parkway Funeral Service, Bismarck Springan Stevenson Funeral Home, Stanley Stevenson Funeral Home, Dickinson These funeral homes provide recent obituaries to the Foundation, where staff and volunteers format, edit and archive each memorial. The memorials are posted, and copies are sent to the family for their input and approval. The listing currently features more than 13,000 memorials, and is constantly updated as new memorials and histories are received.

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