Willia Mae Woods Goins, 95, of Catlettsburg, went to be with her Lord Friday, January 17, 2025 at her daughter’s residence. Willia was born March 15, 1929 in Catlettsburg, KY a daughter of the late, Zeal B. and Alma Lee West Woods. In addition to her parents, Willia was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Melvin Glenn Goins; a brother, J.L. Woods; and four sisters, Barbara Kitchen, Shirley Turner, Patty Woods (Infant) and Mary Lore. Willia had a passion for Bluegrass music and sang with her husband’s band, “Goins Brothers” and with her family, “The Woodette’s”. Willia was known for her cooking, especially her famous cakes. Willia loved to shop and loved hunting for a deal and enjoyed making crafts. Willia is survived by her two daughters, Billie Jo (Roger) Huffman of Catlettsburg and Barbara (Kevin) Trojack of Columbus, OH; one stepson, Greg (Pam) Goins; nine grandchildren, Shana Derefield-Lee, Brian Lee, Kenny Diamond, Kathy Diamond, Michael Huffman, Monty Derefield, Teresa Derefield, Zachary Goins and Seth Goins; eight great-grandchildren; ten great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Joyce Berry of Webbville and Jackie Brunner of Cape Corral, FL; two brothers, Andrew Woods of Columbus, OH and David Woods of Catlettsburg; and nieces; nephews; and a host of extended family and friends who all mourn her passing. A graveside service will be 1 pm Monday, January 20, 2025 at the East Carter County Memory Gardens; a procession to the cemetery will leave the funeral home at 12:30 pm. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.malonefuneralhome.com
Willia Mae Goins Obituary
