Robert Wood Obituary

Robert William Wood, 60, of Fayetteville, died Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at his residence.
Born September 23, 1949 in Columbia, he was a son of Robert and Betty Jane (Coleman) Wood.
Mr. Wood retired from Letterkenny Army Depot in 2006. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, having served from 1969 to 1973.
He was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church, BPOE 600, VFW Post 1599, Chambersburg Club, Photography Groups On-Line, and Military History On-Line.
Bob was an avid photographer and loved the game of golf. He was a connoisseur of food and fine wines. He was interested in the Battle of Gettysburg and collected many books on the subject. He enjoyed music, collecting various jazz artists, enjoyed nature, hiking, and camping.
Surviving is his wife, the former Patricia Rogers; two beagles named Tell and Tyrel; a calico cat named Chancy; a sister, Catherine Etter; several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles; and many friends.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 11, 2010 at the Calvary United Methodist Church, 150 Norlo Drive, Fayetteville, with The Reverend Clyde Deshong officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter, Inc., 2325 Country Rd., Chambersburg, PA or the Lutheran Home Care and Hospice, Inc., 2700 Luther Drive, Chambersburg, PA.
Arrangements by Auer Cremation Services of PA, Inc., Harrisburg.

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Published by Public Opinion from Jun. 6 to Jun. 8, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Wood

12 Entries

Stephanie Sweeney

June 11, 2010

Pat,
My thoughts and prayers come out to you during this trying time. I saw Bob's passing and was shocked. I haven't seen either of you for years. We used to come to your home after dart league and keep you two up to all hours of the evening. I thought and still will think of you two every time I pass by your home. They were good times and you two were always so kind and fun to be around. I share Bob's love for the outdoors and photography and know that he is now in no pain in God's beautiful mountains enjoying himself while he waits for you to join him. Bob has touched alot of lives in such a positive way! God bless you, aka: Stephanie Keyser

June 10, 2010

Pat,
My husband Art and I are members at Calvary United Methodist Church. We were sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. I want to share a poem with you, I hope it brings you comfort.
While Waiting for Thee:
Don't weep at my grave, for I am not there, I've a date with a butterfly to dance in the air.
I'll be singing in the sunshine, wild and free, Playing tag with the wind, while I'm waiting for thee.

~~ We are as the wings of a butterfly, bound together with the love of God~~

In Sincerest Sympathy,
Art and Karen Rehn

Mike Crider

June 10, 2010

Pat,
I knew when I saw your number that the news was not good. I really wish I had stopped in over the past few months. Woody fought hard and you along side of him . I have reflected since I heard the news and Barb and I both shared memories of playing Spades and the great dinners we enjoyed. Woody and I had some great backpacking trips . He introduced me to photography. What can I say ???God Bless and take care of yourself.Barb and I both are thinking of you...

Becky Greenawalt

June 10, 2010

Pat,
Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am praying that God's peace and grace will pour out upon you during this time and the many days, months and years to come. My love is with you.
Becky Greenawalt

Art Carter

June 8, 2010

Dear Pat;

Please accept my most sincere condolences on Bob's passing. We shared so many good times together, playing softball, volleyball and work. The most memorable times shared were at your house in the Pines and when ever we would play volleyball and horseshoes in the woods. I think back at all the times we shared especially when I set up our Nativity Set every Christmas; the one that you made. I enjoy telling people that look intensely at the artwork on each piece and tell them what wonderful friends I had that took the time and love to make it for me. I will miss Bob and his ever smiling face.

Sincerely,
Art Carter

June 8, 2010

Pat, it was with great sadness that I read of Bob's passing. My deepest sympathy is with you as you adjust to this great loss. I worked with Woody many years and we shared a lot of laughs and good times over the years. From playing softball and golfing together to working and learning our jobs from each other. I never did master the golfing thing like you and Bob, but he was always willing to give me some pointers on how the game should be played.
Bob was always such a friendly person and willing to do whatever he could to help his friends and he will be greatly missed.

Sincerely, Yogi

Steve Kenny

June 7, 2010

My deepest sympathy to you and your family, Pat. I never met Robert, but knew him from a photography group which he was a member of. We have just heard the sad news. He is free of pain, now. I loved his photographs and he seemed such a lovely man. He will be missed...but not forgotten.
Steve, South Australia.

Barbara Callahan

June 7, 2010

Dear Pat, I never met Woody face to face, we were on line friends. He was an excellent photographer, and i loved seeing all his pictures that he took, especially of Gettysburg. I know he was a good Christian man, and he shared his faith with me from time to time when he would tell me about this latest chemo, or the results of recent tests. I remember him telling me that he wasn't quite ready to leave you yet, he loved you so much. And i really think that was why he held on to life for so long.... he didn't want to leave you! He was so caring, kind and thoughtful. I really enjoyed the few emails the sent back and forth... he would always write to me or Jean (Gypsy) and send a copy to the other one. We were like a family... very close and we really cared about each other... i know it's hard to understand how you could genuinely care about someone you have never met, but we did.
Thank you so much for letting Jack know so he could let the rest of us know that our friend, Woody, had passed on. My life is richer for having known Bob, and I'm glad to say he was my friend.

Wayne Byers, Jr.

June 7, 2010

Pat, I graduated with both of you, but I grew up with Bobby. We golfed, fished, played ball together, while growing up. After graduation Bobby went to the Air Force and I was drafted and I really didn't see very much of him. I thought of him often and the fun we had growing up. I will never forget him and what he ment to me growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

June 7, 2010

Pat, I am so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. I haven't seen you in many years (not since we worked together at Children & Youth) but think of you often. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Deb (Meyers) Elmy.

Julie Wesley

June 6, 2010

Pat,

Very sad to hear your news of Bobby's passing. He is no longer suffering now. He fought a brave fight along the way. We will never forget him, and what joy and fun he brought to our lives.

Sincerely,
Julie & Mac Wesley

June 6, 2010

Dear Pat,
My heart felt condolences to you on your loss.
I graduated with both of you from high school and with you from Penn Hall.
I remember when you moved to Alaska after you were married how very far away that seemed at the time.
Debbi (Glenn) Sentman

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