Jacob "Jake" Paul Woods

Jacob “Jake” “Jakey Paul” Woods, age 20, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at his residence in Fort Wayne. Jake was born on August 17, 2005, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Paul Sanford Woods and Sara Marie Darling.

Jake attended New Haven High School in New Haven, Indiana, and was employed with P&B Cold Storage in Woodburn, Indiana. He had an old soul and a deep appreciation for classic music, especially artists such as Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Jake was an avid firearms and poker enthusiast and truly enjoyed the outdoors. In his free time, he loved camping, fishing, and kayaking.

Jake was known for his kind heart and infectious smile. He loved making others laugh and brought joy to those around him. Above all, he cherished every moment spent with his family and loved ones.

He is survived by his loving parents, Paul Sanford Woods and Sara Marie Darling; grandparents, Jody and Jimmy Carter; sisters, Gabryell Darling and Kayla (Landon) Rasmussen; nephews, Levi and Myles Rasmussen; aunts, Crystal (Chris) O’Connor and Paula Woods; uncle, Jeremy (Marybeth) McBride; special cousins, Cameron McDaniels, Jordan Butler, and Mackenzie Butler; along with many extended family members who will forever cherish his memory.

Jake was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Paul and Cinda Woods; maternal grandparents, Steve McBride and Barbara Darling; and three uncles, Johnnie Woods, Chris Woods, and Bradley Wetzel.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with visitation prior from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 7633 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46835.

Burial will follow the service at Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) Cemetery, 1109 Hartzell Road, New Haven, Indiana 46774.

Officiating the services will be Pastor Jacob Jackson of Three Rivers Baptist Church.

Memorial donations may be directed to the family.

Arrangements and care entrusted to Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Fort Wayne, Indiana.