Stephen Edward Woodbury

TOPSFIELD - Mr. Stephen E. Woodbury 93, of Topsfield, beloved husband of the late Virginia M. (Grace) Woodbury, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 at Masconomet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Topsfield.

Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Robert and Marjorie (Dana) Woodbury. He was raised and educated in Topsfield and was a graduate of Topsfield High School.

An honorably discharged veteran, Stephen proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Korean Conflict attaining the rank of Sergeant.

As a young man Stephen took over the family business, Woodbury Fuel Company, from his father. For over 30 years, he devoted himself to his customers, earning their trust through his unwavering work ethic, dependability, and integrity.

A loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Stephen was devoted to his family. He worked hard every day to support them and provide for them. He loved being involved in his family’s many activities and celebrating their many milestones. Stephen was kind, loyal and sweet; he lovingly took care of his beloved Virginia and was by her side throughout her illness.

Stephen was the quintessential “Townie” and was very involved in the community; he was a volunteer firefighter, a member of Topsfield Congregational Church, he belonged to the Rotary Club and coached his sons in Little League. He was a proud member of both the Boston Bruins “Gallery Gods” and the Red Sox “Bleacher Creatures”. He was an avid skier, aviator and private pilot. Stephen was an honorable man, with a quick sense of humor, who always looked for the fun in everything he did and will be deeply missed by his loving family and friends.

Stephen is survived by his sons, Mark Woodbury of Litchfield, NH, Brian Woodbury of Monmouth, ME and Todd Woodbury and his wife Cheryl of Londonderry, NH, his step-children, Deborah Fauth and her husband Richard of Salem, NH, Thomas Roy and his wife Linda of Danvers and Gary Roy and his wife Lori of Northwood, NH, his 15 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late David Woodbury. 

ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are invited to Stephen’s visiting hours which will be held at O’Donnell Cremations – Funerals – Celebrations, 167 Maple St., (Rte. 62) DANVERS on Monday, May 11th, 2026 from 10 am to 12 pm. Burial in Pine Grove Cemetery, Topsfield. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Stephen’s memory to Harborside Hospice, 241 Winter St., Suite 201, PO Box 930, Haverhill, MA 01831 or online at harborsidehospice. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit www.odonnellfuneralservice.com.