Larry Ray Wood

Larry Wood, 74, of Eldon, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at his home in Eldon, Missouri.  He was born March 14, 1944 in Tuscumbia, Missouri the son of the late Raymond Hershel and Billie Maxine (Reven) Wood.  On July 21, 1962 in Etterville, Missouri he was united in marriage to Shirley (Duncan) Wood who survives of the home.

Other survivors,

Sons, Gary Wood (Linda) of Eldon, MO; Jerry Wood (Becky) Wood of Eldon, MO; Terry Wood (Elizabeth) Wood of Eldon, MO

Daughter, Melody Lepper (Chris) of Olean, MO

Thirteen Grandchildren & Twelve Great Grandchildren

Brothers, David Wood (Evelyn) of Brazito; Ron Wood (Lois) of Lake Ozark, MO

Sisters, Pat Travis (Harold) of Eldon, MO; Sue Golden (Earl) of Eldon, MO

Larry was baptized at the age of fifteen and was a member of Flatwood Baptist Church.  He was employed with ABB in Jefferson City, MO for twenty-five years.  He loved fishing and will always be remembered for his daily quote, “I’m doing a 100.”

Visitation will be Friday, January 18, 2019 from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM at Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO with the Funeral Service beginning at 2:00 PM with Rev. Earl Wood officiating.  Burial will follow at Mt. Union Cemetery in Brumley, MO.

Memorials in his name are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO.    

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