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Frank W. Wood

East Lyme, CT, Connecticut

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East Lyme - Commander Frank W. Wood, USNR (Ret.), of Niantic, died on Nov. 4, 2009, at Lawrence & Memorial Hospital.

He was born on Jan. 22, 1918, in Newport, R.I., the son of John and Lily Wood.

Frank graduated from Rogers High School, Newport in 1936, and from Webb Institute in New...

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To the Family of Frank Wood,
I delivered the New London Day to Mr. Wood for the time he lived at his condo. I was sorry to read of his passing and enjoyed reading the entries in the guest book of what a wonderful man he was. Take care during this difficut time and hold on to all your wonderful memories.
Sincerely,
Kathy McCurdy

I was very fortunate to have 38 memorable, enjoyable years with my grandpa, and I will treasure them always. I chuckle every time I witness a "Wood" characteristic in my children as well as myself! It will continue to remind me of what a proud, strong, and intelligent man my grandfather was. I will think of him always and know that he is watching me and smiling as to what I have become and will continue to be. So, grandpa.....enjoy your scotch, classical music, dancing with grandma, peanuts...

Frank was a good story teller, and a good listener. His light hearted stories were a highlight of family gatherings. And what a laugh he had!!

I always enjoyed hearing Uncle Frank talk about his days in the Navy. Submarines have always been a fascination of mine. I recall once while on a family visit to Mobile, AL Uncle Frank and I went for a walk near the Hotel we were staying in. A short distance away we came upon a building that I believe was either a museum or a library and outside was a large unusual looking object. As we approached Uncle Frank recognized it as a full scale mock-up of the Confederate States Submarine the H L...

In a family full of males, I was lucky enough to be one of his treasured girls...family was so important to Uncle Frank & it you felt the love whenever you were with him. I will miss you, Niece Jan

Uncle Frank, I will miss you always. Especially our Friday date nights. It has been a privilege to be able to spend so much time together. Joyce Rebecca

Dear Members of Frank's family,
I only recently met Frank at the coffee house evening he attended--I enjoyed chatting w/him very much --he was quite charming, witty and very sharp----how lucky you all have been to be part of his family...