Birth date: Jul 19, 1935 Death date: Jan 27, 2013
Delmer Ray Wood, 77, passed away January 27, 2013. He is preceded in death by his parents Alvis and Trudie Wood, brother Cecil Wood, and grandson Jason Wood. Survived by his loving wife Elizabeth Shirley Wood, children Vicki Delga Read Obituary
It's been 15 months today since God called you home.I feel like my world has crumbled around me and I don't know how to put it back.When we talked and you worried about what I would do after you were gone.I would tell you,I'm big,I'm strong I will be ok.Well,I'm not.Loniness is hard to live with.I dread the nights and wish for the days to end.I'm still numb and I didn't think I had anymore tears left but they still come so often and easy.You only saw me cry twice.But so many tears you never saw.I tried to bestrong for you.You left too soon.I thought you would have a few more months but God needed you sooner.I have to go on somehow for the kids,grandkids and now 7 great grandkids.When we find pennies and feathers we know an Angel is near and we know you are our Angel....Always missed,remembered and loved so much...Shirley
Shirley
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 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 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 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
