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Gary Wood Obituary
July 14, 1943 - December 9, 2022
Mr. Gary Wayne Wood, 79, passed away Friday, December 9, 2022, at Wesley Long Hospital.
A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Gilmore Memorial Park in Julian, NC.
Gary was born July 14, 1943, in Guilford County to the late C.F. Wood and Thelma Harris Wood. He was a graduate of Pleasant Garden High School. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army as a paratrooper and served honorably with the 101st Airborne Division, "Screaming Eagles."
He was the founder of D&D Asphalt, Inc. in Greensboro. He was a member of the Liberty Masonic Lodge #714 and the American Legion Post #53. He loved to collect cars, was an avid NASCAR fan, and enjoyed traveling and spending time at Daytona Beach.
In addition to his wife Elois Wood of 53 years, he was preceded in death by his son Danny Smith.
He is survived by his children Dean Smith (Julie), Darrell Wood (Karen), and Dwayne Wood (Dawn). Also surviving are eight grandchildren: Caressa (Jason), Darren, Heather, Caleb, Daniel (Meredith), Mackenzie, Kylie, and Drake, as well as two great-grandchildren, Carson, Paisley, and another on the way.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to American Legion Post #53 at 729 Creek Ridge Rd., Greensboro, NC 27406 or the American Wounded Warrior Project.
George Brothers Funeral Service is assisting the family of Mr. Wood.
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Tracy Hendley
December 6, 2023
Again we are truly sorry for the loss of Mr Wood he was truly an amazing man
Paulette Kivett
December 20, 2022
To the Wood family,
I was shocked to hear about your Dad´s passing. I pray you will feel the comfort of God´s arms wrapped around you at this time. GOD BLESS all of you.
Sending many hugs and much love to y´all.
Paulette Kivett
Staley, N. C.
Tracy Hendley
December 20, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr Wood was a great man and he will truly be missed
Linda Watson.
December 15, 2022
Gary was such a sweet funny man. He could make anyone laugh. He was such a good man. He loved his wife an family so much. Gary will be missed. My prayers are sent out for his family.
Lisa Poleo Sprinkle
December 12, 2022
My condolences and prayers to the family. Gary was a great boss years ago to me. He will truly be missed but never forgotten. Rest in peace.
Katherine Taylor Gillespie
December 11, 2022
Gary was like a brother to me growing up. He ran around with two of my brothers (Robert & Marvin Taylor). He was in and out of our house like the rest of us and was considered a part of the family. We all grew up together and I will always have a place for him in my heart. My thoughts & prayers are with his family.
Lisa Poleo Sprinkle
December 11, 2022
You were my boss and 2nd father figure for 20 years of my life and I will and have always kept you close to my heart!! Thank you Gary for everything you did for me back then. My memories are great and happy. Always joking around. My nickname of "Airhead" still makes me smile, and my nickname for you "Turkeyhead" will always be engraved in my memory. I love you and the family and will always be grateful for the times I had with all of you. Rest in peace on the softest cloud!!!! You will be missed!!!!
Sharon Grubb-Benson
December 11, 2022
Dean, Julie & the Wood family, our prayers are with y'all. Since Gary & Richard go back decades, his passing will leave a hole for the Grubbs as well.
Frank moore
December 11, 2022
My close friend for over 50 years. We are all going to miss you very much. He had a Knick name for all his friends. Mine was greasy for over 50 years.
Linda Sims
December 11, 2022
Eloise, Dean and family. So sorry for the loss of your love one. I met the family, through my employment at First Citizens Bank and you all became more than customers, we became friends. Missed you guys, but always keep the memories good and not so good closed to heart. Praying for comfort for all of you.
Linda Sims
Patty Tolbert
December 11, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Al Roberson
December 11, 2022
Knew Gary for a long time. Hard to believe he's gone. Condolences to the family on their loss. 54
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