Christopher A. Woods, 76, Dubois County

Christopher A. Woods, 76, of Dubois County, passed away peacefully at 6:27 a.m. on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper, Indiana. 

Chris was born in Elkins, W.V., on July 21, 1947, to Gilbert and Lila Geraldine (Flanagan) Woods.

He received his master’s degree in social work at the University of Tennessee.

Chris worked in mental health and substance abuse counseling in Dubois and surrounding counties for many years, including his private counseling practice, Alternatives, located in Jasper.

He enjoyed the outdoors and gardening and was an avid reader. He loved playing his guitar and harmonica, especially the old mountain music of the past, gospel music and hymns.

He was a man of great faith and had a ministry at several area churches.

He is survived by one daughter, Laurel Aileen (Brandon) Sandage of Bloomington; two sons, James Adler of Louisville and Mark (Jen) Adler of Paris, Ky.; four granddaughters, Sophia, Nora, Lily, and Rose Adler; former wife, Jeanne Melchior of Jasper.

He will be missed by his many friends, colleagues, and church family.

A Celebration of Life for Christopher A. Woods will be held at a later date.

In lieu of memorial contributions, the family asks you to participate in random acts of kindness.

Online condolences may be made at www.becherkluesner.com.