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William Wood Obituary
Survivors: Bill was the husband to Bobbie Wood and is survived by his sister, Mikey Ruth and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Peggy and brothers, John and Dick.
Services are private, but a celebration of life will be held when permissible. Arrangements by the J.S Burkholder Funeral Home, Allentown. Condolences may be offered and further information found at www.jsburkholder.com
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Tom Wing
September 16, 2020
Billy was a great guy. I worked for his dad on the ice cream delivery truck for one summer and it was fun. Billy was a great athlete in track and football. Probably the best pure runner I know of. There was no one who could catch him when he took of for the goal line. I did not get to see him very much after graduating from Allentown High School but I lived out in the western U. for many years. He was the best H.S. running back I have ever seen and there were dozens of great backs in that part of Pennsylvania to choose from. He will be missed by his family and of course his friends. I hope his passion for life will continue for all of us when we remember him. He was the best of the best.
Teshia Barnett
June 19, 2020
Bobby my condolences to you and family. What a special relationship we had, we butted heads lots when I ran track, had great fun when we saw each other thereafter, and ultimately became great friends. I will miss catching up, and laughing with him.. Love you both, Teshia Barnett
Patricia Curran
June 11, 2020
Bobbie: I am so sorry for the loss of Woody. He was a very nice man and I enjoyed talking to him when lived next door with Darlene and family. I am sure it is very hard for you because you both were so close. Praying for Woody and you Bobbie. So very sorry
BLANCA CEDILLO
June 3, 2020
Mr. Wood was indeed a great teacher and a role model. He always made sure that we didn't give up on our goals in life. You will be missed but Never Forgotten. RIP MR. WOOD
RonJent Davis
June 2, 2020
Mr. Wood was a great teacher and coach to me. He encouraged me to be my best and celebrated my accomplishments. I am from the class of 1994 so imagine is you get better with age how great he was to us. Thanks for caring for us.
Christina Ursu( Williams)
June 2, 2020
Mr. Woods was the kindest teacher and coach. He had me work hard but did it in the nicest way. What a great guy. He will be missed.
Chelsi
June 2, 2020
Bill was a great man and neighbor! He helped us with our yard while I was pregnant and was always a pleasure to speak to. My last memory with him was him helping fill up our little pool for our daughters. I am very grateful to meet him. My condolences to his Wife and family. May he Rest In Peace.
Chelsi
June 2, 2020
Bill was a great man and neighbor! He helped us with our yard while I was pregnant and was always a pleasure to speak to. My last memory with him was him helping fill up our little pool for our daughters. I am very grateful to meet him. My condolences to his Wife and family. May he Rest In Peace.
Kirk Baker
June 2, 2020
My condolences to this family,He was an awesome teacher, track coach and a great mentor. He will be miss but let the joy of the Lord be your strength Hallelujah sleep in peace Mr. Wood. Student,Kirk Baker
Sydney White
June 2, 2020
Mr. wood was a great teacher, and coach. Lots of great talks, and laughter, my condolences to his family, I graduated from Dieruff in 1975
Jane White
June 2, 2020
I Will always remember Teacher Mr. Wood, I graduated 1975 I am truly sorry for his families loss,
Kevin Easterling
June 2, 2020
Great coach and motivator!! I was inspired to work hard because of him..he protected me....he's coach some of the best Athletes the Lehigh Valley has ever had...he put his sox an shoes on before his underwear and pants!! I loved this man..My condolences to the Family. Billy Wood will be missed by me and many more!
Tina Mitchell
June 2, 2020
He was a great coach, teacher and motivator. He will be dearly missed.My deepest sympathy and prayers to his family.
Pam Moore
June 1, 2020
I have had the great opportunity of being his student, track team member, and then coworker. I will always treasure the memories and experiences I had with him. He was a great mentor and positive influence in my life. Rest In Peace Mr. Wood. My condolences to his family.
Allison Pierson
June 1, 2020
Sending prayers to his family, friends and everyone who is hurt by this. Mr.Wood was one of my favorite teachers. He was a great teacher and great man.
Anne DeLong
June 1, 2020
My deepest condolences to Bobbie and the Wood family. I will miss Billys hearty laughter and generous smiles. He was a wonderful godfather, colleague and friend.
Randy Durich
June 1, 2020
I am honored to have coached with Billy at Dieruff both on the football and track coaching staff. He was always up. His enthusiasm at practice was infectious on the players and coaches. His sense of humor touched all of us. I love you, Billy. You were the best! We lost a good man, Bobbie, but you know that!
Randy Durich
Rock
June 1, 2020
Best track coach I ever had.
Peggy Heiser
June 1, 2020
Dear Wood family,
Mr. Wood was one of my most memorable and interesting teachers. Take care, God Bless you,
Margaret (Peggy) Heiser
Naeemah Davis-Roundtree
June 1, 2020
Coach,
You were and will remain one of the best. It pains me to know you have passed. But I am so honored that I had 3 years of your humor, care, red-cheeked rants, and support. Thank you for being one of my few positive memories!! Much Love! Rest Peacefully! Naeemah Davis-Roundtree
Magan Graff
June 1, 2020
For me, I will always remember his smile, snapping his gum, and reminding me to dig deep. Thank you for your words of advice and your years of dedication to myself and fellow Husky athletes and students! My sincerest thoughts and prayers to the Wood family.
Tom Berger
June 1, 2020
Rest In Peace Coach. You touched many lives and always had a smile on! Husky Pride!
Gary & Ginny Williams
June 1, 2020
Dieruff football and track. The horse races. And Billy and Bobbi. He was one of a kind! RIP my friend! Condolences to Bobbi and the family!
Margaret Shaw
June 1, 2020
Bill was a colleague of mine, and a mentor. He helped me out a lot, and he was always so funny and gracious. I remember him as always chewing on a piece of gum. He loved his students and his athletes, and he knew how to motivate them. It was always a great experience to see him again after he retired. My prayers go out to his wife, Bobbie, and to his friends and family. God bless!
Herb Washington
June 1, 2020
Coach, you were one of the Best. Thank you for showing us how to be men. Allen HS
88. Prayers to the family
Jay Haines
June 1, 2020
To Bobbie & family, we all shall miss Bill's broad grin and raucous laugh, and willingness to share his time and efforts on the behalf of others. My memories of time spent with Bill bring a smile to my face as I hope it will do for you going forward. My heartfelt condolences.
Glenn Whiteman
June 1, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Coach Wood was a great motivator and worked hard to provide his students and athletes with top notch instructions. Always funny and would tell you how he sees it.
Joseph Semmel
June 1, 2020
He was one of my teachers at Dieruff high school . I am sorry to hear of his passing and I would like to offer my condolences to his family and friends .
Thomas Sedor
May 31, 2020
Elaine and I offer our sincere sympathy. Bill was a great guy, and my son really thought a lot of him as his coach.
Susan Bellucci
May 31, 2020
To the Wood family, great teacher and human being. He had a good sense of humor. I was privileged to have had him as a teacher. Class of 78. God's blessings to your family.
Ron Kline
May 31, 2020
Bobbie, I am so sorry for your loss. Hang on to the memories. Remember the good times. Love and hugs, Ron
Krista Gosner
May 31, 2020
A long time friend of my father Clem West. I always enjoyed our visits and the ice cream when I was younger. May you be at peace.
TERRY BUCKNO
May 30, 2020
He was a good friend, colleague, coach, and person. I enjoyed our conversations very much. My deepest sympathy to you Bobbi.
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