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Willard Wood Obituary
He was a lifelong resident of Newport News and owner of Colonal Auto.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Genevieve and Willard L. Wood Sr.; his children, Larry Wood and Tammy Eacho.
Survivors include his loving wife, Bonnie; children, Terry Wood, Vicki Lunday, Renee Cook, Bonnie Jo Smith; sister, Doris Choate, 11 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
The family will receive family and friends at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at the home of Willard Wood. He leaves loving memories with his family and friends, all who will miss him dearly.
Arrangements are by Peninsula Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Carolyn Buchanan and Family
November 6, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Dolores Forshey
October 23, 2010
my deepest sympathy to all of you although Buddy and I were not close in our older years I remember my cousin Buddy in his teenage years I really was fond of him he was quite a guy then I n sure he will be missed. love to all of you . and DORIS my heart is with you love your cousin Dolores Forshey Cameron NC
Rosa Daniel
October 14, 2010
To the Wright Famiely, I'am sorry for your loss. Pete and I shared lots of fun and time together back in the day. I was surprise to hear of his death. You have my deepest Sympath.
Trent Sturgis
October 13, 2010
Vicki, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. You and you family are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish your Father "Godspeed" in his journey and always remember that your Father loved his family and that they were his most prized possession. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family.
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October 13, 2010
Vicki, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family.
Trent Sturgis, Newport News, Va
Maryann Ayer
October 12, 2010
I was so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of time spent with Buddy. My heartfelt sympathy is with you all. May God's loving peace surround and heal you during this difficult time and always.
Brenda Heywood
October 12, 2010
The Woods Family
My deepest sympathy are with you, he will be greatly missed.
JESSE EURE
October 12, 2010
FAREWELL BUDDY, OLD FRIEND, GODSPEED. I WILL MISS YOU AND OUR FRIENDSHIP GREATLY. THANKS FOR ALL THE THINGS YOU DID FOR ME STARTING TWENTY SIX YEARS AGO, YOU ENCOURAGED ME IN MANY WAYS AND HELPED ME TURN MY LIFE AROUND, WE HAVE TALKED ABOUT THOSE TIMES OFTEN BUT YOU NEVER TOOK ANY CREDIT FOR ANYTHING. I WILL MISS YOU GREATLY BUT I BELIEVE YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY AND LOVED ONES. R.I.P JESSE
Terry "Lee" Sports
October 12, 2010
Terry & the Wood Family:
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Hold fast to the memories of your times together and let love keep those memories alive.
Billie Connelly
October 12, 2010
Mr. Wood's daughter, Tammy, was a dear friend of mine. He was a wonderful father and I have fond memories of being with the family from early teenage and later years.
My deepest sympathy to the family - he has reunited with his dear children in heaven now.
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