Celebration Of Life Woody Artz
Celebration Of Life Woody Artz
Twin Valley Alliance Church wishes to extend our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers to the family of Woody Artz as they grieve his passing.
During a time like this, words can feel small compared to the weight of loss. Yet we want Woody’s family to know that they are not walking through this valley alone. Their brothers and sisters in Christ are praying for them, asking the Lord to surround them with His loving arms, comfort their hearts, and strengthen them with His perfect peace.
Today, we pause to honor Woody’s life, give thanks for the years God gave him, and remember the impact he had on his family, church, and community.
A Celebration of Woody Artz’s Life
Woody Artz was born in Harrisburg on Tuesday, August 19, 1941, a son of the late Leroy and Annabelle Long Artz. He was a 1959 graduate of the former Williamstown High School.
Woody was a longtime retired employee of AMP Inc. in Williamstown, where he worked as a tool and die repairman.
He was a member of Twin Valley Alliance Church in Williamstown, the Williamstown American Legion, and the Lucky Dozen Hunting Club.
Woody was an avid golfer whose love for the game remained a constant throughout his life. In his younger years, he enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, and he was an accomplished archer. He could often be found walking through Williamstown, always stopping at Stoney Park to make sure it was looking its best as its unofficial groundskeeper.
Above all else, Woody’s family was his world.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Yvonne Charney Artz; his three children, Evan Artz and his wife Kathy of Halifax, Quinn Artz and his wife Barb of St. Clair, and Shain de Manincor and her husband Joe of Hershey; four grandchildren, Jacob and Ben Artz, and Collin and Deanna de Manincor; his sister, Yvonne Frantz of Williamstown; as well as nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service Information
A memorial service for Woody Artz will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Twin Valley Alliance Church, Williamstown, with Pastor Joel McGarvey officiating.
Visitation will be held from 10:00–11:00 AM at the church.
A luncheon and time of fellowship will immediately follow in the church social hall.
Woody will be laid to rest privately in the Methodist Cemetery in Williamstown.
In Memory of Woody
In lieu of flowers, donations in Woody’s memory may be made to:
Twin Valley Alliance Church
9781 State Route 209
Williamstown, PA 17098
As a church family, we give thanks for Woody’s life and continue to lift up his family in prayer, trusting in the hope we have through Jesus Christ.
During a time like this, words can feel small compared to the weight of loss. Yet we want Woody’s family to know that they are not walking through this valley alone. Their brothers and sisters in Christ are praying for them, asking the Lord to surround them with His loving arms, comfort their hearts, and strengthen them with His perfect peace.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Today, we pause to honor Woody’s life, give thanks for the years God gave him, and remember the impact he had on his family, church, and community.
A Celebration of Woody Artz’s Life
Woody Artz was born in Harrisburg on Tuesday, August 19, 1941, a son of the late Leroy and Annabelle Long Artz. He was a 1959 graduate of the former Williamstown High School.
Woody was a longtime retired employee of AMP Inc. in Williamstown, where he worked as a tool and die repairman.
He was a member of Twin Valley Alliance Church in Williamstown, the Williamstown American Legion, and the Lucky Dozen Hunting Club.
Woody was an avid golfer whose love for the game remained a constant throughout his life. In his younger years, he enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, and he was an accomplished archer. He could often be found walking through Williamstown, always stopping at Stoney Park to make sure it was looking its best as its unofficial groundskeeper.
Above all else, Woody’s family was his world.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Yvonne Charney Artz; his three children, Evan Artz and his wife Kathy of Halifax, Quinn Artz and his wife Barb of St. Clair, and Shain de Manincor and her husband Joe of Hershey; four grandchildren, Jacob and Ben Artz, and Collin and Deanna de Manincor; his sister, Yvonne Frantz of Williamstown; as well as nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service Information
A memorial service for Woody Artz will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Twin Valley Alliance Church, Williamstown, with Pastor Joel McGarvey officiating.
Visitation will be held from 10:00–11:00 AM at the church.
A luncheon and time of fellowship will immediately follow in the church social hall.
Woody will be laid to rest privately in the Methodist Cemetery in Williamstown.
In Memory of Woody
In lieu of flowers, donations in Woody’s memory may be made to:
Twin Valley Alliance Church
9781 State Route 209
Williamstown, PA 17098
As a church family, we give thanks for Woody’s life and continue to lift up his family in prayer, trusting in the hope we have through Jesus Christ.
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