Audie Dean Wooten Obituary (1958 - 2026)

We celebrate and remember the life of Audie Dean Wooten, who was born on May 25, 1958, in Columbus, Ohio, and passed away on June 19, 2026. Audie was a man of compassion, generosity, love, and loyalty to all who had the fortune of knowing him. Audie loved God and lived his life loving unconditionally and caring deeply for others. Audie was a master carpenter, a craft he dedicated to for more than three decades before retiring in 2012, which included his work on the renovation of the dome on the Ohio Statehouse Building. Driving thru the Columbus area with Audie was like going on a historical tour as he pointed out buildings on which he and his father had replaced windows and doors. He was often known to shout out, "Love it when a plan comes together". Audie would often remind us, "First you gotta give a damn!" Audie was a lover of music. What mattered most to Audie was his beloved wife, Bethanne, and his children, Jonas, Jacob, Gabe, and Abigail. Audie leaves behind an indelible legacy of love and kindness. He is survived by his loving wife, Bethanne, his children Jonas, Jacob, Gabe, and Abby (Anthony), his grandchildren Tess Creamer, Kendrick Williams, and Mina Williams and his sister Rita (Rich) Hubbard. Audie was preceded in death by his father, Jack Wooten; his mother, Rita Wooten; and his sister, Loradell Wooten. We invite you to share your memories of Audie, upload photos, and celebrate his life on his memorial page. Let us remember him not just for the life he lived but for the love he gave and the joy he brought to each of our lives.