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BORN
1935
DIED
2016
R. W. Wood Obituary
Richard Walter Wood, Jr., (R.W.), age 81, passed away May 25, 2016 at his home.
Mr. Wood was born January 12, 1935 in Wampee, SC to the late Richard Walter and Maybell Causey Wood.
Mr. Wood was owner and operator of R. W. Wood's General Store for 60 years. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army, a Mason, a Shriner and a member of Lakeside Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Louise Pope Wood; son, Richard Walter Wood, III; two brothers, Hubert Wood and Marcus Wood; four sisters, Mabeleen Edge, Agnes Little, Armenta Prince (Charles), Mabel Gooding (Bill); two grandchildren, Peyton and Paxton Wood.
He is predeceased by three brothers, Clifton, Teddie and Henderson Wood; two sisters, Cleo Chestnut and Annabell Wood.
The family will receive friends Friday, May 27 from 6-8 p.m. at Lee Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Saturday, May 28 at 11 a.m. at Lakeside Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lakeside Baptist Church, PO Box 237, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582.
A guestbook is available at www.leefhandcrematory.com. Lee Funeral Home of Little River is serving the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Myra Cowan
May 29, 2016
We are so sorry for you at this time. Mr. Wood was such a nice man and we will miss his smile at the store. All our love. Myra and Charles Cowan
Isabella Fiorentino
May 28, 2016
I am sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing his smiling face everytime I stopped by for those famous hotdogs. It made the food taste better. Sending much love and praying for peace in these lonely times for the family. God bless you all.
May 28, 2016
We are so sorry to hear the news. We returned home from a trip to realize we were too late to attend the services, but will never forget the times of greeting you and RW at church and the times we visited with you at the restaurant. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Gene and Bonnie Dunlap, NMB SC
Vanessa and Boyd Stockton
May 28, 2016
So sorry to hear of his passing. Truly loved seeing he and his wife greeting people as they came into their restaurant. God's peace for the family at this time. He was truly a legend.
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Kevin Shimwell
May 28, 2016
To the woods family. I new your dad for a long time. I will miss seeing him saying hi and his smile when welcoming you at the store. He will be forever missed
Jennifer Hunnicutt
May 27, 2016
I know y'all are missing a great man. I've known RW since I was a little thing. Nicest people I know. Sorry for you loss. Wish we were closer.
Mary Ann/Bill Wright
May 27, 2016
We all lost a dear friend and gentleman
Mac and Judy Adams
May 27, 2016
So sorry to hear this Richard and Mrs. Wood. He was always so sweet and will be missed by so many. Our hearts are heavy and will be sending prayers for strength and comfort.
Danny Hammond
May 27, 2016
Praying for the family and their loss. Loved Mr. Woods. I will miss his smile when we walked in the door. Richard and Mrs. Woods our thoughts are with you. Danny & Lynn Hammond
May 27, 2016
So sorry to learn of your fathers passing Richard. He always had a smile and a warm greeting when I came into the store. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family during this sad time. Capt Tamie Boger
Jackie Perry-Medlin
May 27, 2016
Sending Angels for comfort and support...It is truly a loss for our community and he will be missed by all...Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
DL Kipp
May 27, 2016
As those who travel to the East know, the Grand Architect has an Eternal Watch over you and your family. Rest easy, Noble Brother. Well done.
Jim Sherrill
May 27, 2016
So sorry for your loss. We truly enjoyed coming into the store and chatting with Mr. Wood. He will be missed. Prayers to comfort you all at this time.
Jim Sherrill
Sue Earnhardt.
May 27, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to the Woods family, He was a wonderful man and will be missed. Heaven got another angel.Our prayers are with all of you. Sweet Trends Boutique
Valerie Ruonala
May 27, 2016
Thinking and sending prayers Richard to you and your family . So sorry for the loss of your father . He will be greatly missed by our community . ❤
Kimberly Hicks
May 27, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great man, always a smile on his face. Mr. R.W. will be greatly missed.
Shae Thompson-Fanfan
May 27, 2016
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing, Richard. Thoughts & prayers for you and the rest of the family. His happy greetings & kind smile will be missed by so many.
Steve Gould
May 27, 2016
Sending my Family's condolences to the Wood family, RW always had a smile and a hearty HELLO. He will be missed. Godspeed Sir, Godspeed.
Mary Alice Dixon
May 27, 2016
Louise, we are so sorry to lose R.W. We did not get to be with him enough and will so miss him. What a kind, friendly and considerate man and there will a big void at our reunions. Please know that we are thinking of you, Richard and his family. Mary Alice and Steve Dixon
Melissa Rich
May 27, 2016
Mrs Louise and Richard. i am so sorry for your loss. Can remember those days of riding to school together wether it be bus or car and your mom and dad being so nice and there at the store he never knew a stranger. Wish there was a lot more of those types of businesses around thats what made him different from all the rest. Richard you and your family are in my prayers.
David Watson
May 26, 2016
Rest in Peace Mr.R.W. , You Were one of a kind!
GOD BLESS!
Fred & Debbie Morris
May 26, 2016
So sad and sorry on the passing of a good man.....respected.....a beach legend. Fond memories. Rest in peace, RW, in God's loving care. Will miss you and your smile. Thanks for your service to America, crippled children and God. Thoughts and prayers are with the family that he loved so much.
Brandi Lee Clardy
May 26, 2016
To the Wood family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. He was a kind man. I have good memories of his store, breakfast sandwiches and how he always greeted you when you came in and bid you farewell when you left. Sending you many prayers to get through this difficult time.
susan todd
May 26, 2016
So sorry to hear of Mr. RW's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Richard and extended family. He was a very nice man. Always friendly when I went in the store. He will surely be missed by many. God bless. Fly high Mr. RW
Susan Todd
Wade & Kathy Fulmer
May 26, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. Mr. R W was a great man and will be missed by so many. May he rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers for Mrs. Louise, Richard and family.
sunny shaurette
May 26, 2016
Mr. R.W. was one of the finest men I've had the pleasure of meeting. Everyone who met him considered him family. You will truly be missed by many. Prayers to your family & all your friends.
May 26, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to uncle RW and the family. May you rest in peace and we will see you again in the kingdom of Heaven! -Brandon, Crystal, Brianni, and Braelynn Edge
Michael Benton
May 26, 2016
Richard, My prayers are with you and your family buddy. I am deeply saddened by your loss. The leaders and great men of our childhood are slowly leaving us . I feel privileged to have known men like your dad and mine. With deep admiration and sorrow - Michael Benton (Gilbert,SC)
Anne Parker
May 26, 2016
He always greeted everyone who entered the store in a friendly manner whether he knew you or not. Anne and Gordon Parker, formerly of Longs, SC
May 26, 2016
I didn't know him, but even my young kids came home from school talking about his passing today. Sorry for the loss of a good man.
Pam Heustess McLauchlin
May 26, 2016
Louise, Richard, and the extended Wood family,
Our entire town/community is saddened by the loss of RW. I think that he will be remembered for being a constant in a world of change. Prayers for all.
Tiffanie Morgan
May 26, 2016
God bless the Wood family. From Donald Morgan, Jr., Tiffanie Morgan, and Donnie Morgan, we love y'all, and know that Mr. R.W. is watching over us all!
Tony Pennell
May 26, 2016
Libby and I want to tell the whole family that we are so sad about the passing of one of the greatest men I have ever met. We will keep the whole family in our prayers! Richard my brother I love you and miss you!
May 26, 2016
Louise and Richard, So saddened to hear of RW passing. He was a wonderful man and was very special to us. He will be missed. With our love and thoughts Bo and Ruth Wilson.
Gerry and Sheryl Jeffords
May 26, 2016
R.W. was one of the finest people I have ever known. Sincere sympathy to Ms. Louise and Richard. May God be with you.
chris brockmeier
May 26, 2016
Going to miss that hand shake and good morning my friend every morning.My prayers and love to a very special family.
Toby Clardy
May 26, 2016
Mr. R W was a wonderful man!!
I will miss seeing him in the morning just waiting to say hello or good bye to anyone and everyone
That came through the store. Richard I am here if you need anything sending lots of prayers your way!!!
May 26, 2016
Richard I want to let you know how sorry I am for your loss I will keep you and your family in my prayers Michael Todd Burrage and family
Amanda & Val Boulineau
May 26, 2016
Richard please accept our heartfelt condolences that we hope will help you through this difficult time. We are sending prayers to your entire family.
Linda. ( Harley ) Reynolds
May 26, 2016
In Loving memory of Mr. Richard Wood. Always a smile for everyone. May you RIP
Susan Sellers Johnson
May 26, 2016
Prayers and peace be with Louise and Richard and all the Family.
I will certainly miss his smile and good conversation we had over the years...
Johnny & Kathy Stone
May 26, 2016
Richard you guys are in our prayers may god bless you and your family during this time...... Johnny & Kathy Stone
Jim and Diane Smith
May 26, 2016
We were very saddened to learn of the passing of Mr. Wood. Our family enjoyed visiting the store and having breakfast and/or lunch there. Mr. Wood was always there and so very nice. We will miss him. Our condolences to the entire family.
Mitchell Ward
May 26, 2016
May God bless you and your family during this sad time.
Mitchell and Cindy Ward
Carlton & Lynn Ball
May 26, 2016
So sad to hear..... our family shares our deepest heartfelt sympathy in the Wood's family's time of grief. Lord may he rest in peace..... Carlton, Lynn, Madison and Garrison Ball
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