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Frank Wood Obituary
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 York in June 1940. After graduating, Cdr. Wood served in active duty until 1946, and again from 1951 to 1953. Frank and his family moved to the area in the early 50s. He was employed at General Dynamics Electric Boat Division from 1954 to 1979 as the manager of naval architecture and structural engineering. He was a 50 year member of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers.
He was predeceased by his wife, Renee S. Wood and their son, James S. Wood.
He is survived by his sons, Ronald W. Wood and his wife, Janith C. Wood, and John R. Wood and his wife, Lynn A. Martell; his grandchildren, Christopher D. Wood, Heather M. Polk, Kyle A. Wood, and Eric C. Wood; and his great-grandchildren, Avery, Morgan, Zachary, and Caroline Renee.
He was a member of Niantic Baptist Church and enjoyed going to the East Lyme Senior Center. In his life, Frank enjoyed golf, bridge, boating, traveling, puzzles, music, dining, friends and family. He had a keen intellect, sharp wit, and always appreciated a good joke. In the past few years, one could find him reminiscing about his extensive travels and life experiences.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday in Niantic Baptist Church, 443 Main St., Niantic.
Donations may be made to VNA of Southeastern CT, 403 N. Frontage Road, Waterford CT 06385 or the Niantic Baptist Church.
Fulton-Theroux Funeral Home, Niantic, is handling arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Wood
November 20, 2009
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
Heather Polk
November 14, 2009
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 and popcorn and you can snore all you want! You have made a hole in one grandpa...and I love you!
Daniel Rodriguez
November 8, 2009
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!!
Tim Adkins
November 6, 2009
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 Hunley, one of the earliest successful submarines. We spent some time walking around it and examining its features and design. For myself, having an interest in not only history but submarines as well, I could not think of a better person to have shared this experience with. I recall thinking at the time how fortunate I was to be examining this historical model with an expert on Submarines.
Thank you Uncle Frank, I will miss you.
November 6, 2009
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
Joyce Wood
November 6, 2009
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
Jeannette Woodworth
November 6, 2009
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...
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