1933 ~ 2026
Haven LDS Meetinghouse
2280 South 300 East, South Salt Lake City, UtahMonday Mar 30, 2026: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Haven LDS Meetinghouse
2280 South 300 East, South Salt Lake City, UtahTuesday Mar 31, 2026: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Haven LDS Meetinghouse
2280 South 300 East, South Salt Lake City, UtahTuesday Mar 31, 2026: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Larkin Sunset Gardens
1950 E Dimple Dell Rd, Sandy, Utah, 84092Tuesday Mar 31, 2026: 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Albert Joseph Woodmansee, 92, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of service, strength, devotion—and just the right amount of tomfoolery to keep everyone on their toes.
Born on August 30, 1933, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Albert grew into a man who could fix just about anything, grow nearly everything, and tease absolutely everyone. He met the love of his life, Gladys M. Badgett, and married her on August 17, 1955 in the Salt Lake temple for time and all eternity. Not long after, he entered military service, beginning a life defined by dedication to both country and community. As he liked to say—only half joking—he “fought with one hand and cooked with the other,” a claim no one ever felt the need to challenge.
Albert was a man of steady hands and a generous heart. Whether woodworking in his shop, casting a line into a quiet lake, or tending his garden, he found joy in simple, meaningful work. His garden, in particular, became something of a neighborhood institution. Many benefited from his abundant harvests, and few escaped a friendly (and sometimes competitive) conversation about which tomatoes they were planting that year. If you walked away from Albert with a bag of vegetables, you could be sure you also left with a smile—and possibly the lingering suspicion you’d just been the subject of one of his gentle jokes.
Service was woven into every part of Albert’s life. He gave his time and leadership to numerous organizations, including the Lions Club, the Boy Scouts of America—where he earned both the Silver Beaver and Silver Buffalo awards—and his church community. He served as an Honorary Colonel for the South Salt Lake Police Department and was a member of the Hercules Credit Union Board. If something needed fixing, especially electrical, Albert was often the first to show up—and the last to leave, usually with a clever remark along the way.
Albert’s greatest joy, however, was his family.
He is survived by his sons, Joseph Quinn, Adrian Lavon (Lorianne), Elliott Shawn, Malcolm Lorne (Jennifer), and Dirk Sebastian (Leslie), as well as his younger brother, Duane. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren will forever hear his signature calls and unforgettable phrases echoing in their memories—equal parts wisdom and well-timed humor.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Gladys; his daughter, Samantha; his parents; and his siblings, Gerald, Jeanette, Joyce, and Shirley.
A viewing will be held in his honor on Monday March 30, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Haven LDS Church building located at 2280 South 300 East, South Salt Lake City, Utah. An additional viewing will take place Tuesday, March 31, from 9:30 to 10:45 AM, with funeral services to follow from 11:00 to noon.
Interment will be at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, Utah.
Albert will be remembered for his steady presence, his generous spirit, and his uncanny ability to make people laugh—often when they least expected it. He lived a life of purpose, kindness, and enduring love, and he leaves behind not only a legacy of service, but a family and community who will miss his teasing almost as much as they miss him.
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You will be missed my brother. We had some great times, at Lions conventions, Being roomies at the Canada training event. It was always awesome to see you my friend. I will miss the talks and support you gave everyone. We did great training the incoming District Governors that year also. You always had a huge smile a smile and some great tales of conventions and lions functions in the past. Thanks for being a great friend and brother. Tell you wife hi for me I miss her so much also she was so fun to see to. Huge hugs to the family. RIP Brother. Thanks for the great times
PCC Lion Keven Christensen & Marlene Christensen and family
Woodmancee Boys, what a beautiful tribute to your dad. I loved Albert. He and Gladys along with so many who have gone before them were such great examples of goodness in my life. He will be missed by me.
We will surely miss the friendly greetings we always got whenever and wherever we met. We value the friendship we had with both your Mom and Dad. Our deepest sympathy to you all.
Eldon and Bonnie Farnsworth
Albert was a great man to me Like all Woodmansee (Like my Uncle Bennie, Aunt Annie ( my mom's sister) Jeannette,Jerry, Shirley,Joyce ,Duane and
Bobby Snow my eternal brother. Rest in eternal peace. Love Tommy
May the Lord bless you all in your time of loss.
Uncle Albert, a man of great humor and religious conviction. A kind hearted and loving family man. I will always remember you with love.
Throughout my 27 years as a member of the East Millcreek Lions Club Al Woodmansee is one of those stalwart figuresi admired. Always friendly, always supportive and serving. I’m grateful to work in Lionism with him and his wonderful example.
I am grateful for my knowledge and the knowledge I know he also held of the wonderful reunion he is now experiencing.
What can I say to sum up such an amazing human who I was blessed to have in my life for far too short of time. First and foremost he was a class A storyteller. He had a wealth of knowledge and could tell the best stories. No matter what the conversation was about he always had a totally interesting and unique story. My boys and I laugh often about his sense of humor and the way he liked to break out into song about whatever we were discussing. We remember certain stories when a topic comes up reminding us of a story he had told us. We appreciated his baking, even his experimental stuff like his tomato soup cookies, ha ha.
I loved how he had a unique way of connecting with others, putting a smile on their faces and making them feel special.
AL was many things, a fellow Lion, a friend, and a mentor but most of all he was a kind soul that brought light to those who were fortunate enough to know him and I will miss him with all my heart.
AL - I am happy that you have found peace, give Gladys a squeeze for me.
To my Cousins,
I have many memories of Uncle Albert. Yes, he was funny and a tease, but Albert touched my heart too.
Holidays spent at Grandma Annie’s and Grandpa Bennie’s where all our families gathered sharing love and good food. Christmas visits from Albert (Mr Claus) and Gladys (Mrs Claus).
On my wedding day in City Creek Canyon Albert and some of his sons pitched up a tent for my dressing room. These things uncle Albert did because of kindness.
Uncle Albert and I connected in a special way later in my life through the Lions Club where he delivered transplant tissue that saved my sight.
Sending you love and wonderful memories of your father.
Sorry I missed this
I loved your dad he raised some great boys. He was kind of a second dad to me.
I’m sure he is happy back with mom.