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BURTON WALTER WOOD Born 12/14/17 in New London, CN to Walter and Grace Wood. After graduating from Bulkeley High School in 1936 he came to West Palm Beach and began his apprenticeship in the Sheet Metal trade, earning his journeyman papers from Sheet Metal Workers Local Union #130 (now Local Union #32). He served as a Metalsmith First Class in the Navy Seabees during World War II from 1942 until 1945. Upon returning to West Palm Beach he again worked in the Sheet Metal business and was active in the Local Union, serving as President for several terms. Later he became a partner and President of West Gate Sheet Metal, Inc., retiring in 1983. An avid baseball and football fan, he has been an active golfer and member of the West Palm Beach Golf Course since 1965. Predeceased by his first wife, Neva Widell Wood. Surviving him are wife Edith Riddoch Wood; son Michael B. (Jann) Wood of West Palm Beach; daughter Sandra (Don) Akridge of Canton, GA; stepdaughters Laura (Bill) Wharton of Dahlonega, GA and Martha (Mike) Shoemaker of Whitehaven, PA; stepson Gordon (Donna) Riddoch of Blue Ridge, GA; grandchildren Valerie Wood, Michael Wood, Jr., Jenny (Eric) Emmett, and Karen Akridge; step-grandchildren Lisa (Rick) Smith, Jamie (Tony) Owens, Meagan (Brent) Bradshaw, Mason Riddoch, and Brandon Shoemaker; and two step great-grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held on Monday, February 6, 2006, at 11:00 AM at Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, 1003 Allendale Rd., W. Palm Beach, Fl. 33405. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, or Hospice of the Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave., W. Palm Beach, Fl. 33407. Arrangements under the care of: Mizell-Faville-Zern Funeral Home6411 Parker AvenueWest Palm Beach, FL 33405561-833-4061
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Gordon Riddoch
February 8, 2006
We love you Mom. The memorial service was beautiful. I know Burt looked down from heaven on his extended family and was pleased. It was wonderful to be together. Last night I thought of Burt's big smile and how he could strike up a converstion with anyone he met and find somthing in common to talk about with them. You are in our prayers and thoughts always. I Love. your son
Charlie Anderson
February 7, 2006
Edith:
Thank you for calling me about Burt.You are in our prayers, I know this is a very difficult time for you, but I also know you are surrounded by a wonderful loving family.Burt was so proud of each of them.If you ever need any thing please call me. As you already know Burt was like second father to me. He taught me a trade that made me a good living,but most of all he taught me the values of life, which I try to live up to every day. He was my mentor my friend,confidant and encourager. Their is no other person that had the influance on my life than Burt. You made a great couple, it was always so good to be with you. If you come our way or want to come we always have a spare room or condo would love to have you.
Your Friend
Charlie Anderson
R. H. "Bubba" Semon
February 7, 2006
Burt was a good friend and a fine gentleman. He will be missed by all that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Bubba" and Winnie Semon
ex-Business Manager #130
Karen Blankenship and Lou Ammon
February 6, 2006
Edith:
Lou and I want to send our condalences to you on the loss of Burt. We often think of our lovely brunch with both you and Burt at Chuck and Harold's. Our thoughts are with you during this time in your life.
With Love,
Karen and Lou
Ray and Sunny McCall
February 6, 2006
Edith, we wish to express our sincere sympathy on Burt's passing. He was a really fine man. May God help you and your family through this time of sorrow and may you find the peace of Jesus Christ in your lives.
Sincerely, Ray & Sunny McCall
Paula Zubrzycki
February 5, 2006
Edith: Thank you and Burt for everything that you have done for both my mother and grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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