He was born in Madison County, Georgia. He was the son of the late Bessie Scarborough Wood and Roy Wood, Sr. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Patsy Wood Black and Jean Wood Moon.
He is survived by his wife of forty-four years, Evelyn Spratlin Wood; his daughter, Addie Wood Henderson; son-in-law, Fain Henderson; and brother, Stewart Wood.
Mr. Wood graduated from Madison County High School in 1964. He was a retired forklift mechanic. He was an active member of Chapelwood United Methodist church in Athens. He was a member of Chapelwood’s United Methodist Men and a member of the Trustees.
He was constantly helping everyone any time day or night. He was a fun loving man and made people laugh.
Visitation will be held at Bernstein Funeral Home in Athens on Friday, August 13, from 6:00-8:00 P.M.
Services will be held at Chapelwood United Methodist Church located on Janice Drive in Athens on Saturday, August 14 at 2:00 P.M. Burial will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery in Athens.
In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to Chapelwood United Methodist Church, 100 Janice Drive, Athens, GA 30606.
Bernstein Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
