Bennie Woodall, 71, of Huntsville, passed away Friday morning.Bennie was a patient and understanding family man who was generous with both his time and possessions. He loved his family and friends very much but he had a passion for baseball. In addition to playing senior baseball and serving as an umpire for local youth leagues, he helped promote the Miracle League of North Alabama, a non-profit organization focused on providing a safe and enjoyable team sport experience for kids and young adults with physical or mental disabilities.
He was preceded in death by his son, Spencer. He is survived by his wife, Connie; daughter, Paige Woodall Brown (Chris); daughter-in-law, Bebe Bishop Woodall and grandchildren, Ann Christian Brown, Kate Byars Brown and Benjamin Carter Woodall.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 p.m. Monday in the chapel at Laughlin Service Funeral Home with Rev. Ralph Keel, Jr. officiating.
In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made to the Miracle League of North Alabama, P.O. Box 4145, Huntsville, Alabama, 35815 or www.mlhuntsville.com.
