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Gordon Wood Obituary

Wood, Gordon 6/2/1932 - 10/12/2017 Gordon G. Wood, age 85, of Hudsonville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 12, 2017 at the American House in Jenison surrounded by family. The son of Thomas & Christina (Shaw) Wood, he was born on June 2, 1932 in Darwen, England. Gordon was preceded in passing by his parents; Daughter, Hazel Redder; and brother, Harry Wood. He leaves behind his loving wife of 43 years, Ila Wood; children, Linda (Doug) Graham, Jane (Gary) Carlson, Bill McNamara, and Terri (Don) Roe; as well as 9 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Gordon was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed spending his time golfing and bowling. Gordon touched the hearts of everyone he met in life with his wonderful sense of humor. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Honoring his wishes cremation will take place. To send a message of sympathy to the family, or to sign Gordon's online guest book, please visit: www.MichiganCremation.com

Published by Grand Rapids Press from Oct. 12 to Oct. 15, 2017.
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Dear Ila and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. It was always a pleasure to see the two of you.

Alison, Sasha and all the kids in Niagara-on-the-lake

Alison Waller

October 18, 2017

Ila I am so sorry for your loss. Gordy was such a wonderful person. My sympathy to you and your family.

Mary Gauntt

October 17, 2017

Our deepest sympathies Ila to you and your family gordy was a great guy so sorry for your loss
Mike and joyce biondo

October 13, 2017

Deepest Sympathies to you & your families for the loss of your husband & father. Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers. God Bless you all ... Tom SR. & Cheryl Stricklen and Families

Tom & Cheryl StrickLen

October 12, 2017

Ila, our deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Jack & Margaret Vande Bunte

October 12, 2017

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