Kenneth Emerson Woodward
October 30, 1927 ~ May 1, 2013
Kenneth E. Woodward, 85, of Vienna, VA died on Wednesday, May 1, 2013. He is the loving husband of 57 years to Mary M. Woodward; devoted father of Stephen (Jacqueline) Woodward and Kristi (Jeffrey) Burke. He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren, Aleksandra "Layne" Woodward, Stephanie "Jordan", Ethan, Rebekah and step-granchildren, Carly and Ian Burke and several nieces and nephews.
Kenneth was an accomplished scholar, he was an American University Ph.D (1973), who was an author or co-author of 43 published works that included pioneering research in the development of human artificial hearts. He was a 13-time award or fellowship recipient, most notably a Department of the Army Exceptional Civilian Service Honoree. He held 12 U.S. and two Canadian patents, including a U.S. patented artificial heart pump circulation system recognized in 1965.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Kenneth was an accomplished scholar, he was an American University Ph.D (1973), who was an author or co-author of 43 published works that included pioneering research in the development of human artificial hearts. He was a 13-time award or fellowship recipient, most notably a Department of the Army Exceptional Civilian Service Honoree. He held 12 U.S. and two Canadian patents, including a U.S. patented artificial heart pump circulation system recognized in 1965.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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To All of the Woodward Families, Our condolences for your loss Eric, Brian and Rachel Thompson
May our Lord wrap his arms around you at this time, In Christian love, your nephew, David
They are not gone who live in the hearts they left behind. All of you are in our thoughts, prayers and hearts, today and always, Anita, Scot, Gabrielle and Sheridan Tyson
Our hearts go out to all the family with deepest sympathy. May God’s peace and comfort be with you. We are thankful for the special years of having you for neighbors. Love and prayers, John and Mary Jo
I will miss you Mr. Woodward God Bless you. you’re in a better place. in the company of God