Catherine Wood

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful mom, Catherine (Katie) Wood. Born August 19th, 1925 in Idaho to Bert and Caroline Reese. As a child she lived in several towns in Idaho, eventually moving to Pocatello, Idaho. She attended the University of Idaho where she received a bachelors degree in Business. She met her future husband, William (Dean) Wood at the University of Idaho. They moved to San Francisco after graduation where Dean attended the University of Pacific Dental School. After completion of Dental School they settled in Los Altos, later moving to Saratoga. Catherine is survived by six of her seven children, Bill (Pam), Carol, Warren (Alice), Annette, David (Julie), and Sue. Also survived by her nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren and her sister Helen. Daughter Tammy, grandson Travis, and son-in-law Brett preceded her in death.Catherine was active in many charity organizations. She served as President of the Dental Auxiliary and the Children's Health Council. In retirement she played golf at the Discovery Bay Golf Club. At 92, she was still swinging a club.Catherine and Dean were married for 76 years. Dean passed away in 2016 at the age of 90.Katie will be dearly missed by her children and many friends. She was a loving and devoted mother.