Sladen Edward Wood, age 69, of Fresno, California passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024. Sladen was born in Belen, New Mexico. He served in the United States Air Force. Sladen owned and operated a tow truck company and tow yard for many years and later he managed the Edison Social Club event venue.
Sladen was a hard worker, and always provided for his family. He literally worked until the day he passed.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Sabra Whitmire.
He is survived by his loving spouse Donna Wood, his daughters Letha Hood and Stephanie Smith. He is also survived his brother Alan Wood and sister Donna McCrea. Sladen is also survived by his grandchildren; Henry Hood, Sarah Hood, Taran Smith, and Ocean Smith.
His presence will be dearly missed by the many friends he had.
A Graveside service for Sladen will be held Friday, August 2, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Belmont Memorial Park, 201 N Teilman Ave, Fresno, CA 93706.