Sweetwater Valley Civic Association
When you take a close look around Bonita, you can appreciate that a vital group of residents had a hand at shaping this community into the wonderful place that it is today. With riding trails, parks and golf courses, a thriving main street, and well planned neighborhoods, the Sweetwater Valley is a great place to visit, but an even better place to live. Today’s SVCA continues to monitor local issues. We invite you to get involved in our community and attend our next meeting to learn more about the SVCA.
Happy Presidents Day! 🇺🇸 Today we honor the leaders whose character, vision, and commitment helped shape our nation. As Abraham Lincoln once said, “Whatever you are, be a good one.” May their example inspire us to lead with integrity, stay true to our values, and contribute positively to the continued growth of our country (and community). Wishing you a thoughtful and inspiring day.
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We invite friends and family to join us in remembering and celebrating the life of Jim Woodford—a man defined by service, kindness, and unwavering support for those he loved. Born in Cleveland and raised in California, Jim built a life centered on family, faith, and community. A CSU Northridge graduate and longtime San Diego Gas & Electric employee, Jim remained deeply active in volunteer service through the Church of the Good Shepherd, the Kiwanis Club of Bonita, and local organizations. Married to his beloved wife Pat for 62 years, Jim was truly the “wind beneath our wings.”
🕊 Service Details:
Date: Thursday, February 19
Time: 12:00 noon
Location: Church of the Good Shepherd, Bonita
Donations in Jim’s memory may be made to the Good Shepherd Endowment Fund.
For more information visit:
🔗 tinyurl.com/JimWoodfordService
🕊 Service Details:
Date: Thursday, February 19
Time: 12:00 noon
Location: Church of the Good Shepherd, Bonita
Donations in Jim’s memory may be made to the Good Shepherd Endowment Fund.
For more information visit:
🔗 tinyurl.com/JimWoodfordService
James Allan Woodford (Jim)
September 28, 1940 – January 21, 2026
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Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Jim’s family moved to California’s San Fernando Valley when he was nine months old. He was the oldest of five children in his family. He attended Monlux and Coldwater Canyon Elementary Schools, Sun Valley Junior High School, and North Hollywood High School. He graduated from San Fernando Valley State College (now CSU Northridge) in 1964 with a degree in electrical engineering.
Jim retired from San Diego Gas & Electric in 2006, where he was a power contracts administrator. Jim has always enjoyed volunteer activities. He served on the Vestry of the Church of the Good Shepherd, Head Usher, Chalice Bearer and Lector. Jim also served as a Charter Representative to the Cub Scout Pack and Boy Scout Troop.
In retirement, he became very active in the Kiwanis Club of Bonita, where he served as President and Secretary and the Kiwanis representative to the San Diego School of Performing Arts Key Club. He also enjoyed serving in the Bonita Senior Volunteer Patrol. Jim was also a member of the Sweetwater Valley Civic Association.
Jim met Pat at a church youth group. Married in June of 1960, Jim and Pat celebrated 62 years of marriage. They lived in Van Nuys, Saugus, and Valencia, CA. They moved to Bonita in 1979 and from Bonita in 2021 to the Covenant Living at Mt. Miguel retirement community in Spring Valley, CA, where they continued to enjoy many activities in addition to traveling.
Jim was the ever-supportive “wind beneath our wings” to Pat and their children. Jim is survived by his wife, Pat and Children, Stephanie Woodford de Vos (David) and Bruce Woodford (Gina), as well as grandchildren Amanda & Abby de Vos and Andrew & Daphne Woodford. He was predeceased by his son, Douglas Allan Woodford. He is also survived by 3 siblings.
The service for Jim Woodford will take place at Church of the Good Shepherd (3990 Bonita Rd, Bonita, CA 91902) on Thursday, February 19th at 12:00 noon.
For donations in Jim’s memory, please make a check to “Good Shepherd” and annotate “in memory of Jim Woodford.” Donations will go to the Good Shepherd Endowment Fund.
September 28, 1940 – January 21, 2026
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Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Jim’s family moved to California’s San Fernando Valley when he was nine months old. He was the oldest of five children in his family. He attended Monlux and Coldwater Canyon Elementary Schools, Sun Valley Junior High School, and North Hollywood High School. He graduated from San Fernando Valley State College (now CSU Northridge) in 1964 with a degree in electrical engineering.
Jim retired from San Diego Gas & Electric in 2006, where he was a power contracts administrator. Jim has always enjoyed volunteer activities. He served on the Vestry of the Church of the Good Shepherd, Head Usher, Chalice Bearer and Lector. Jim also served as a Charter Representative to the Cub Scout Pack and Boy Scout Troop.
In retirement, he became very active in the Kiwanis Club of Bonita, where he served as President and Secretary and the Kiwanis representative to the San Diego School of Performing Arts Key Club. He also enjoyed serving in the Bonita Senior Volunteer Patrol. Jim was also a member of the Sweetwater Valley Civic Association.
Jim met Pat at a church youth group. Married in June of 1960, Jim and Pat celebrated 62 years of marriage. They lived in Van Nuys, Saugus, and Valencia, CA. They moved to Bonita in 1979 and from Bonita in 2021 to the Covenant Living at Mt. Miguel retirement community in Spring Valley, CA, where they continued to enjoy many activities in addition to traveling.
Jim was the ever-supportive “wind beneath our wings” to Pat and their children. Jim is survived by his wife, Pat and Children, Stephanie Woodford de Vos (David) and Bruce Woodford (Gina), as well as grandchildren Amanda & Abby de Vos and Andrew & Daphne Woodford. He was predeceased by his son, Douglas Allan Woodford. He is also survived by 3 siblings.
The service for Jim Woodford will take place at Church of the Good Shepherd (3990 Bonita Rd, Bonita, CA 91902) on Thursday, February 19th at 12:00 noon.
For donations in Jim’s memory, please make a check to “Good Shepherd” and annotate “in memory of Jim Woodford.” Donations will go to the Good Shepherd Endowment Fund.
Join us for a special meet and greet with District One Supervisor Paloma Aguirre! The Sweetwater Community Planning Group is excited to host Supervisor Paloma Aguirre as she discusses matters of concern to our community. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with your local representative and share your thoughts on issues that matter to you.
The event will take place on Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00 PM at the Bonita-Sunnyside Library. We'd love to see you there and hope you can join us for this important community conversation!
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The event will take place on Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00 PM at the Bonita-Sunnyside Library. We'd love to see you there and hope you can join us for this important community conversation!
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📣Join the SVCA for our important meeting on Wednesday, February 4, where we will discuss key news and community topics. We look forward to seeing you there!
IMPORTANT NOTE: The venue for this meeting has been changed from the Bonita-Sunnyside Library Community Room to the Bonita Museum and Cultural Center.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The venue for this meeting has been changed from the Bonita-Sunnyside Library Community Room to the Bonita Museum and Cultural Center.
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Be advised that the venue for this meeting has been changed from the Bonita-Sunnyside Library Community Room to the Bonita Museum and Cultural Center. The time remains 6:30. Please join us.
