Benjamin Thomas Woodard, known as Benjamin, passed away on September 24, 2026, in Macon, Georgia. He was born on January 10, 1992, in Macon, Georgia.

Benjamin lived a life marked by love, faith, and purpose. He was the beloved son of Thomas and Kathy Woodard, who cherished him deeply throughout his life. He was also the treasured grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. Alex Woodard and the late Mr. and Mrs. James E. Ward, Sr. His family will remember him always for the kindness he showed, the strength he carried, and the steady encouragement he offered to those around him.

A devoted Christian, Benjamin was a faithful member of Dexter Baptist Church, where his life reflected his commitment to the Lord and to serving others. He was known not only for his words, but for the way he lived them out each day. He discipled others with humility and sincerity, and he led many to the Lord through his witness, his compassion, and his example. His faith was not simply something he professed, but something he practiced with conviction and joy.

Benjamin was a man of many interests and disciplines. He was an avid runner who found joy in movement and perseverance, and he also enjoyed lifting weights and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He valued strength, discipline, and self-care, and he approached these pursuits with the same dedication he brought to every part of his life. He also loved traveling and embraced the adventure of seeing new places and experiencing the world beyond his hometown.

Those who knew Benjamin would describe him as loving, adventurous, and faith-filled. He had a warm spirit that drew people to him and a generous heart that made others feel seen and valued. He carried himself with quiet confidence and genuine care, and he left a lasting impression on everyone blessed to know him. His life was a testimony to the power of faith lived out with consistency, humility, and love. Benjamin will be remembered for the way he encouraged others, the example he set, and the devotion he showed to God, his family, and his church

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Dexter Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor Jeremiah Sluss officiating.