John Wood Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

John Lee Wood, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2015. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 29, 2015, at 11AM in Ivey Baptist Church with the Rev. Joey Smith and Rev. Freddie Hogg officiating. The family will receive friends Friday, August 28, 2015 from 6PM to 8PM at Williams White Columns Funeral Home of Gordon. John Wood lived in Ivey, GA all of his life, he worked at BASF/Freeport as a mechanic. He was a member of the Ivey Baptist Church. John Wood is predeceased by his parents Willard and Mildred Garrett Wood, a sister, Angela Ramsey and a brother, Maynard Wood. He is survived by his wife, Laurie Kay Wood, daughters, Amy Wood of Gray, Mindy (Dr.Derek) Renfroe of Tennessee, a son, Dr. Johnny (Mandi) Wood of Haddock, Brothers; Donald Wood of Idaho and Jimmy Wood of Ivey, a special brother-in-law, Greg Eady ,who lived with John and Laurie Kay. Six Grandchildren also survive and a number of nieces and nephews. John Wood was the epitome of a true Southern Soul. He judged no one and loved everyone. He had a habit of greeting every lady that he met as "Hey Doll". He cherished his family, grandchildren, and his fur babies. John always said, "It doesn't cost a dime to be nice to someone". He made it a point to help someone every day of his life. Flowers or donations to Critical Care for Animal Angels, P. O. Box 972, Byron, GA, 31008 will be accepted.

John Wood

May 29, 1954 - August 27, 2015