Delmer Ray Wood

Papa, you are a true soldier of life. I have never seen someone fight so hard to be around for your family. I believe your will alone kept you with us for an extra decade. Impressive. You know being the one kid in the family from CA, who was more about not getting my Jordan's scuffed than I was going out on the bayou to catch what looked like alligators to me, you never looked at me all that differently,

Papa, you are a true soldier of life. I have never seen someone fight so hard to be around for your family. I believe your will alone kept you with us for an extra decade. Impressive. You know being the one kid in the family from CA, who was more about not getting my Jordan's scuffed than I was going out on the bayou to catch what looked like alligators to me, you never looked at me all that differently, (no differently than I deserved to be) and I definitely always felt your love. I takes quite a strong man to put up with all our family has put you through over the years, but you taught a lesson that will hopefully be realized and practiced now that your gone -- Blood is blood, and if we can't put aside differences except eachother for who we are as individuals and EVERY SINGLE PERSON stays together as this family you have fought tooth and nail everyday for years just to stay on this earth for, than what is it we are doing to ensure your name lives on..

You Truly were an exceptional and courageous man, you will be forever remembered, missed, and survived not by stories but a commentment by your family you fought so hard for to live like one - living, breathing, well oiled machine until we all meet again.

See you over yonder! (Still not sure whether that's north, south, east or west, but I'm sure ill know it when I see it! Haha)

Love ya!

Trav

Woody was a gentle soul that touch my heart in a peaceful way with such kindness and love for others. I will always remember his gentle voice as his spirit lives on in each one his touched.
with love to the family. Clemente Pryor

Woody, you gave so much to everyone who knew you, and you live on in the smiles, the grace, and the ethics of those whose lives you touched. I know that, because you have influenced our family forever in a profound and positive way. The goodness and sweetness of your soul is being passed down through the generations. Diane is a reflection of you, and Ally of her - your moral compass pointed forever true north, and as a Father

Woody, you gave so much to everyone who knew you, and you live on in the smiles, the grace, and the ethics of those whose lives you touched. I know that, because you have influenced our family forever in a profound and positive way. The goodness and sweetness of your soul is being passed down through the generations. Diane is a reflection of you, and Ally of her - your moral compass pointed forever true north, and as a Father and Grandfather that was the greatest gift you could give, and as I sit here with them today, I thank you.

You were the greatest father in law I could have wished for. The times we had with you in Houston, Junction, Florida, Chicago and Wisconsin are priceless. We talk about you every day, and as the years go on we will only miss you more. But I only have to look around me to see you in the hearts and faces of those who you loved, and who love you more than my words could ever say.

God Bless You,

Alan

I have always described my Dad as a kind, gentle man with absolute integrity. I have so many fond memories of all the wonderful times growing up and you were always there to make us feel safe. As a child, I always felt I had everything I wanted and needed. I know now as an adult the greatest gifts were what you taught me…compassion, love, kindness, and honesty.
You set the bar high by example.

I now feel there's a hole in

I have always described my Dad as a kind, gentle man with absolute integrity. I have so many fond memories of all the wonderful times growing up and you were always there to make us feel safe. As a child, I always felt I had everything I wanted and needed. I know now as an adult the greatest gifts were what you taught me…compassion, love, kindness, and honesty.
You set the bar high by example.

I now feel there's a hole in my heart and at times an overwhelming, sinking emptiness but I remember all the wonderful memories and know you are always there beside me.

I pray I can be the parent for Ally that you were for me. Thank you for the unconditional love and always being there for me. I was truly blessed because you were my Dad. I will hold your kind, loving spirit in my heart forever. I love you.
Diane

We know how much you will miss your father. Praises be that he is at home with his heavenly father and will be able to love each of his earthly family from afar.Free from the cares of this physical world, your Dad is now surrounded by the purest of love that we can only imagine.
You who are left behind are in our thoughts and prayers.
Blessings
Jackie and David

You made Vicki very happy and were the best Dad ever. You were a true blessing in her life. We will all miss you being there and having that smiling sunshine face. Thanks for all you have done to make this a better world to live in.You are the and always will be the best DAD.

Pop, I have struggled with my selfishness all week. Even though I know where you are and my faith has taught me I will see you again, there are times I still want you here. To say I miss you is an understatement. The loss my heart feels is deeper than I ever knew could be possible. You were such a light in my life and I loved the times you counted on me and would brag about me being

Pop, I have struggled with my selfishness all week. Even though I know where you are and my faith has taught me I will see you again, there are times I still want you here. To say I miss you is an understatement. The loss my heart feels is deeper than I ever knew could be possible. You were such a light in my life and I loved the times you counted on me and would brag about me being your private nurse. Many times I took you to doctor appointments and even waited while you had all of your teeth pulled are memories I will never forget. You were famous in the ER in San Francisco, where staff would say,"Vicki's pop is here today." Together, you and I have been to soccer games, swim meets, watched the Blue Angels, driven over every bridge in the Bay Area, walked thru Muir Woods, shopped in China town, and ate rabbit in Little Italy. Once you cooked chili for the ICU staff where I worked. I have so many happy memories with you. I cherish each one and they are in my heart forever. So, when you look down on me and see my tears, know they are tears of joy for you. You are pain free and at peace with Jesus. My sadness is because I miss you, my pop the first love of my life more than I ever knew could be possible. Thank you Pop. Your daughter who loves you dearly, Vicki

January 27,2013, God called another Angel home. Woody was the best husband, father and grandfather anyone could ever ask for. We shared so much in 52 years but now that seems like such a short time. Through all of our struggles we survived it all. Now, I have to survive so much and I feel so empty inside. My best friend is no longer with me and life is going to be so hard. You fought so long and struggled

January 27,2013, God called another Angel home. Woody was the best husband, father and grandfather anyone could ever ask for. We shared so much in 52 years but now that seems like such a short time. Through all of our struggles we survived it all. Now, I have to survive so much and I feel so empty inside. My best friend is no longer with me and life is going to be so hard. You fought so long and struggled so hard. I know you are free from pain and happy at last .But my heart is breaking from the loss of you. I pray that you will watch over me and help me to make the right decisions we talked about. Just remember this, I know where you are and I know where to find you....Loving you always and forever Your wife, Shirley/

Papa,

I will miss you more than words can describe. I cannot imagine what my life would be like without you. Going fishing in Rockport or visiting the World War 2 museum in New Orleans, I always loved spending time with you and always enjoyed it. You were a blessing to so many people and you impacted my life and so many others. I will always miss you but you will always be in my heart and I know you will

Papa,

I will miss you more than words can describe. I cannot imagine what my life would be like without you. Going fishing in Rockport or visiting the World War 2 museum in New Orleans, I always loved spending time with you and always enjoyed it. You were a blessing to so many people and you impacted my life and so many others. I will always miss you but you will always be in my heart and I know you will be watching over me. You can rest peacefully knowing your family is going to be ok and always stick together and look after each other. Enjoy your life up their without the medicine and the stresses of everyday life here on Earth. Heaven is rejoicing because they have just received a true Angel. I know you are fishing and enjoying life and I will cherish the day when I join you. I will always love you more than words can describe and you will always be my PaPa.

Love,
Mathew

P.S. Make sure you leave Mema a bunch of pennies along the way!

I will always remember you Woody, as the best brother-In-law that ever lived. You were always part of our family as well as your own, my kids loved you and Sister like second parents. You have left your mark of kindness on many people, and will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Woody and know that we will meet again someday in a much better place! Love and miss you :Doris Yarbrough