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Don Wood Obituary

Don Ray Wood

Germantown, TN

Surrounded by his family, Don Ray Wood of Germantown, Tennessee lost his battle with cancer on Sunday, May 13 at the Methodist Hospice Residence. Don, more fondly known by all as "Bobo", is survived by his wife, Beverly Arthur Wood, his son John Thomas Wood (Michelle) and daughters Suzanne McCarthy (Michael) and Laurie Connell (Roger). Bobo also leaves sweet memories with his grandchildren, Michael Paul Simmers, Jr., (Jessica) Jennifer Ray Wood, Sarah Katherine Wright, John Thomas Wood (Shayna), Stephen Thomas Simmers, Joseph Andrew Simmers, Elizabeth Connell Alford (Clint), Aden Collier Wood, Samuel Harrison Connell and four precious great-grandchildren.

Don is preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Howard Thomas Wood and Jennie Link Wood of Memphis and his brothers Howard Trent Wood of Tulsa Oklahoma and Jerry Link Wood of Memphis and granddaughter Amanda Jane Wood.

Don was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting, fishing and had an exceptional love for open water sport fishing in the Florida Keys! He instilled that same passion in his children and grandchildren. He was well known in the investment business and was a mentor to many. He was one of the original founders of UMIC and Wood Brothers Peebles Investments. He also helped to establish Sanderlin Securities before retiring in 2009.

Don was a member at Redeemer Evangelical Church where he sang in the choir for a short period.

With much gratitude, our family would like to thank our sweet friends and family for the out pouring of love and prayers. We also send many thanks to the precious team at the Methodist Hospice Residence and request that in lieu of flowers, any memorials be made to the program through the Methodist Healthcare Foundation in memory of Dad.

We will celebrate Bobo on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at Redeemer Evangelical Church at 3100 S. Houston Levee Rd. Visitation is at 5pm with a celebration to follow at 6pm.

Published by The Commercial Appeal on May 16, 2018.
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Don was one of my customers years ago and he was very much a gentleman. Don please RIP.

Bill Winter

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September 6, 2020

I am so sad to now read that Don has passed away. He and I hunted and fished together many, many times. We were in Phi Kappa together but more than that he was just a really dear friend when I lived in Memphis. He got me a blind date from his Sunday School class and I married her in his dad's church. Jerry and Trent were friends too and now they have passed onto an eternal life with our Lord. Don, you will always have a place in my heart. Thank you for being my friend.

powell trotter

March 4, 2019

I just recently heard of the passing of a new but dear friend of mine in Don Wood. Don frequented the Tinder Box in Collierville upon occasion. It did not take him long to be known as a regular. His smile and likeable character quickly absorbed into everyone around him. His charisma moved us all. We will miss him dearly. It has been a blessing to have gotten the chance to know him. I'll cherish his memory forever.

Chris Ransom

May 22, 2018

My condolences to the whole family, especially Mrs. Wood, Suzanne, and Laurie. I know the pain you must feel at this time. Some of my most precious memories are the times spent with this man in the deer woods and the duck blind. His graciousness knew no bounds and his laughter and love was infectious. He had a sharp sense of humor and was a pleasure to be around. May he rest in peace.

Ronnie Bingham

May 19, 2018

My condolences to the whole family, especially Mrs Wood, Suzanne, and Laurie. I know the loss you must feel at this time. Some of my most precious memories are of this man spending time with me in the deer woods and duck blinds. His graciousness knew no bounds and his love was infectious. He had a sharp sense of humor and was a pleasure to be around. May he rest in peace.

Ronnie Bingham

May 19, 2018

Prayers for the family during this time. Don will certainly be missed at church. Rest In Peace Don until we see you again.

Sandra Otter

May 17, 2018

Don always had a sunny disposition each and everyday. He would tell a joke to start the day. Each year before Labor Day he would talk about going duck hunting and return to work with a report on how many birds he & his friends had got. To his family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember him fondly.

Sandra Fox

May 16, 2018

I had known Don since high school days , when we were both members of Phi Kappa. I had not seen Don in many years , but will always remember him as a very nice person and friend. Best thoughts to his family at this sad time.

Tommy Farnsworth

May 16, 2018

Don loved trading municipals bonds and always arrived to work very early. Thinking of your family during this time of sorrow.

Rodney Toothman

May 16, 2018

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Redeemer Evangelical Church

3100 S. Houston Levee Rd., TN

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Redeemer Evangelical Church

3100 S. Houston Levee Rd., TN

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