Edwin Munk Woolley

My heart breaks for the Woolley family. Eddie was a friend and an amazing human being. A beautiful person. I remember the first time I watched him waterski I had never seen someone ski that beautifully in person and I don’t think I have seen anyone better since. He is kind and fun and full of good character. Rest in peace Eddie!

From the days of the Ute conference little league to the isles of the grocery store in West Yellowstone. Your smile will live on forever, a friend to all who met you. I will miss you my brother!

Eddie was a lifelong friend to many, including me. He was positive, fun, and a genuine joy to be around. As the only guy in the Sigma Chi house I could never beat in ping pong, he’d nail a winner and immediately hit me with his signature line, quoting MC Hammer: “Can’t Touch This.” We’d bust up laughing every single time. He kept delivering that line to me for decades, right up until a few months ago. His playful trash talk never failed to put a smile on my face.
Eddie, it’s really true—there were so many skills and talents you had that I simply couldn’t touch. I’m going to miss you, brother.
— Derek Anderson

I worked with Eddie for several years at Goldman and we carpooled to work for years and had many lunches together. Eddie truly loved his family and he talked about his kids all the time. He worried about them and was proud of their accomplishments. He loved being at the cabin with his family and although I was never able to go I feel like I knew everything about it. Eddie was funny and a true joy to be around. You will be dearly missed my guy! I wish all the love and comfort to the Woolleys in this hard time.

My deepest condolences to Eddie’s family and loved ones. He will be missed by countless individuals who were fortunate to know him. Always good vibes around Eddie - he was salt of the earth good.

All my condolences and I wish you strength. May Eddie's soul rest in peace.
With deepest sympathy,
Kenza

Eddie taught me how to skip rocks on the beach of Hebgen Lake. He was the older cousin who took me under his wing! I will miss his huge smile and kindness. Grateful for any eternal perspective and knowledge that we will be with him again someday! Love you brother! Whitney, we are here for you and please know you can call us at any time!

I worked with Eddie at Goldman Sachs for a few years. He was always the type of person you wanted to work with. Resourceful, consistent and always willing to help. He will be deeply missed. My deepest condolences to his family, wife and kids. You are in my prayers.

When I think of Eddie, I think of connection. He cared. He cared without judgement and made you feel like you really mattered. When he spoke to you—you felt understood, valued and accepted. I think that is what makes me feel the most sadness. The more life I live, the more I realize how rare it is to meet someone like Eddie who connects to everyone, and truly cares. I’m thinking of his family at this time. I’m heartbroken over your devastating loss.

Eddie and I were fraternity brothers and friends. Eddie was the type of man one would want to introduce as a “friend” to your children when you ran into him at Snowbird. There are truly good people in this world and Eddie Wooley without question is one the best of the best.

We only met Eddie a few times but he always had such positive and connective energy. I know he gave so much of himself to family and friends throughout his life. We're so sorry for your loss and would really like to try and help your family get through this incredibly difficult time.

The Scholz Family
Los Angeles

A true legend of a friend and family member. Munk has that special ability to bring everyone together, cares for everyone and has the most infectios laugh that all of us know. He was always there to help lend a hand and motivate us all to support each other and be better. Love you brother!

My favorite memories with Eddie date back to high school summers and late-night drives: laughter, music, conversation, and car dancing.
On one occasion, Eddie, Ben, Emily E., and I were driving along, blasting some music we all loved when, without warning, the car pulled over, the doors flew open, the music turned up, and we were out in the street dancing in the headlights. Stone cold sober, but uninhibited by the trust we had in one another. Eddie was as solid, loyal, caring, and fun a friend as they come. Sending my love and condolences to his family.

Dear Whitney, Sadie, Spencer, Savanna, Lewis, James and the rest of Eddie's family,

I want to express my deepest condolences to all of you and pray that you get strength to get through this difficult time.

I worked with Eddie for over a year and can honestly say he was the most interesting person on the team. I was always fascinated by his stories and the mountain biking videos he would share with me. He will always have a special place in my heart since he welcomed me with so much warmth and was like a mentor to me.

May his soul rest in peace.

Aniket

Any time spent with Eddie was a gift; one could not ask for a better friend. I pray God’s love will rest on Whitney, Sadie, Spencer, Savanna, Lewis and all of Eddie’s family and friends.

This is deeply personal, so I’d keep it warm and genuine rather than overly polished:

Whitney, my heart has been with you and your children this past week. I grew up across the street from you and the entire Scott family, and those memories and friendships have always stayed with me. Although I haven’t seen you in many years, I have always loved hearing about the wonderful things happening in your life and the successes you’ve experienced. Even though life has taken us to different places and different seasons, I will always feel connected to the Scott family because of the special years we all shared growing up together.

Nearly seven years ago, I unexpectedly lost my best friend and the love of my life, so while every loss is different, I understand how life can change in an instant. Please know that my thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you and your children in the days ahead. Our family is here for you no matter what you need, whether it’s help, support, or simply someone to lean on. You have always been part of a family that meant a great deal to me, and that will never change.

To the family, I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss. I worked side by side with Eddie at Goldman for 5 years and remained friends with him afterwards because how couldn’t I. Eddie was one of the kindest, loyal, integrous and genuine people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. Eddie’s infectious smile and positive attitude was impossible to ignore and he brought light to all the lives he touched. I had the fortune of seeing Eddie at Skyline’s graduation a couple weeks ago and was able to give him a hug, which I will never forget.

My favorite memory of him was at a Granite School daddy/daughter dance in 1st Grade, my daughter Katie was in the same grade as Sadie, and we saw she and Eddie there, I will never forget the wide smile on his face as he was dancing with Sadie that night.

Eddie will be greatly missed and will never be forgotten. May his memory be eternal.

Dear Woolley Family,

My heart goes out to you and this grieving time. Your dad, and husband seemed like the best guy who wasn’t afraid of life and loved doing the things he loved. I went to highschool with Whitney and her infectious laugh and deep smile are heart warming and my favorite story is when she and her friend Holly skipped Stonehenge day and went to Wimbledon and watched matched there. I can see how their love of sport and outdoors made them a darling pair.

Whitney and family we all feel this deep agonizing loss for you. My heart aches when I heard from Richard Ethington at Phil Webbs dad’s funeral yesterday and again last night running into Stef Terry Strasser.. we all care and love you.😘

May you be reunited in your covenants. Families are forever and the sealing power is meant to bring families together.
Friends are here. So is prayer. I’m so so sorry you are facing this Whitney.

All my love.

Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. I’m so sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace, comfort, and strength in the days ahead.

Always kind and thoughtful about others! Never about Eddie. Bless that dear family especially Whitney!
Respectfully,
Douglas and Melanie Bills

There's no family like the Woolley family, and no one like Eddie. They and he are a rare, beautiful, and much-needed reminder of how we all need to live every moment to the fullest and love others the most we can, in the time we have. He and his family are such a perfect example of life that is both authentically and well lived. He was real, and he was love. It doesn't get better than that. Every day and every life is precious. Eddie's life bore continual testimony of that. And he won't stop living for his family and friends from the other side. xo

Whitney- I just barely heard about this. I am heart broken for your sweet family. Please know our love and prayers are with you.💔💔

I remember seeing two cute blonde boys at church when I was a kid. Eddie and Travis Swanner. Eddie and I became great friends over the years, and went to a couple of dances together in HS. My favorite memory with Eddie was when a group of us from East High decided on a whim (like the night before) to compete in the Knudsen cup at Brighton ski resort in 1992. The Knudsen Cup was the biggest high school ski race in Utah each year, and it brought together many of the state's best high school racers, and was definitely considered the event to win. Our “team” was Eddie, Robbie Belisle, Brian Clinger, Sammie Kent, and me. We all raced the giant slalom against about 15 teams and took 2nd place overall. Lost only to Waterford. I think Eddie won the gold medal in his division. I’ll miss you, Eddie.

I only knew Eddie in my junior high years. He was wildly fun and just full of life. He felt like a bright spot kind of person. That kind of person, with that type of energy, leaves an impression— a good one. Rest in peace, Eddie. My heart and prayers go to your family. Much love. Alissa (Redd) Owen ❤️