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1928 - 2003
Paul F. 'Fred' Wood, age 75, of Gallipolis, and long time owner of Waugh-Halley-Wood funeral home died Sunday December 14, 2003 at his residence. Born October 23, 1928 in Gallipolis, he was the son of the late Paul E. and Helen B. Steger Wood.
A graduate of Gallia Academy High School, he attended Rio Grande College. When the Korean War started he joined the United States Army, where he served 16 months in Korea as a medic with the 27th infantry regimen. Upon returning home and finishing his time in service, he attended and graduated from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in 1954.
In 1959 after working 5 years for the Rutherford Funeral Home in Columbus, he returned to Gallia County, where he purchased the C.R. Halley Funeral Home in Mercerville. This was then merged with the C.J. Waugh funeral home in Gallipolis. Fred became the sole owner after Mr. Halley's death and upon Mr. Waugh's retirement.
He served for many years on the board of Buckeye Savings and Loan, later he served on the advisory board of Unity Savings Bank, and finally Oak Hill Banks.
Fred was a member of St. Peters Episcopal Church, and was a member of the following Masonic Bodies: Morning Temple, the Gallipolis Shrine Club, and the Order of Eastern Star Gallipolis Chapter. He was a life member and Past Commander of the VFW #4464, and a member of American Legion #27, and the AmVets #23. He was a member and Past President of the Gallipolis Lions Club, the club this past year awarded him a Melvin Jones Fellowship. (The highest honor the Lions bestow upon a member). Other memberships include: the Gallipolis Elks Lodge #107, the Ohio Funeral Directors Association, the National Funeral Directors Association, the West Virginia Funeral Directors Association, and the Ohio Embalmers Association, and was a Kentucky Colonel.
He is survived by: Wife: Joan J. Showers Wood who he married on December 27, 1951 in Eureka; Son and Daughter in law: Gene and Peggy Wood of Gallipolis, and his faithful companion 'Molly Jane'.
Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Thursday December 18, 2003 at St. Peters Episcopal Church. Burial will follow in Mound Hill Cemetery. Friends may call at the Waugh-Halley-Wood funeral home on Wednesday from 1 to 9 P.M. Masonic services will be conducted at 9:00 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home. Full Military Honors will be presented at the cemetery by the Gallia County Veterans Organizations. In lieu of flowers contributions, the family suggests you make a donation to your favorite charity in Fred's memory. |
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There are currently 14 condolences.
Cecil Queen,Jr.
cecilqueen@hotmail.com
Tuesday April 6, 2004 at
4:19 PM
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Dear Joan and Gene, really dsorry to hear about Fred. You guys have meant so much to me and my family. I was out of state when Fred passed and was saddened to see it on the time for memory website.you guys will always be in our prayers.i can always remember he would joke with my Dad about his "specials" and When Dad would inquire Fred would say " The only thing is you won't walk out of here." So we the Queen,Adkins,and Stover families extend our deepest condolences from the oldest(Harlin Adkins) to the Youngest(Danny Queen) ( my son). We wish you all the best
God Bless and Keep You all.
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Tony Williams
anthony_williams@mgoblue.com
Tuesday December 23, 2003 at
9:38 PM
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Dear Gene and Mrs. Wood:
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Woods passing. When my dad called to tell me, I thought of two things....how he use to laugh and get a kick out of us riding out dirt bikes when we were little and how warm and friendly he was with everyone. We will miss him , but heaven just got an upgrade. Please know that I'm only a phone call away anytime if there is anything I can do. Your family has always been good to me.
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Medina Angel
Medina45623@aol.com
Saturday December 20, 2003 at
2:40 PM
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I have fond memories of Fred from my childhood because my grandfather, Charles Lambert, worked for him. One thing that stands out to me is that he always had a big smile on his face and no matter what the situation he had a way of making you feel at ease. He was a great man and he will be missed by the whole community.
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Ronda Garlic Coons
ronc@myvine.com
Thursday December 18, 2003 at
12:27 AM
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Joan and Gene, I'm so sorry about Freddie. He was a good friend to all that knew him. Since I live in Indiana I would not have know about his passing if I did not checked the Gallipolis Daily Tribune by the internet. Fred will be greatly missed. There was never a time that I would see Freddie that he didn't give me a big hug. He was always concerned about everyone and was a great listener. I send my deepest sympathy to you and Gene and you both will be in my prayers. God Bless you both!!
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Walter and Marian Schoonover
jandm@ citynet.net
Wednesday December 17, 2003 at
10:23 PM
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We feel like we knew Fred so well as he was in school with me and our family always came to him when in need
Freddy always had a smile and new us wherever he saw us. We will miss him.
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Bill and Rachel Nelson
Wednesday December 17, 2003 at
5:04 PM
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Bill and I were saddened to hear of Freddy's death. While we were away from Gallipolis for so many years, we didn't know him as well as we would have liked. He was always a gentleman with a wide smile and an ability to make you chuckle even when you were sad. He will be greatly missed by not only your family but the people of Gallipolis.
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Mrs. Joan Wood & Family
sfrancis@holzer.org
Wednesday December 17, 2003 at
3:01 PM
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We are so sorry for the loss of Fred. We will miss seeing him sitting on those "front steps" and waving to everyone that drives by. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Heaven is now richer because of "Freddie Wood's". I'm sure he and my Daddy, Rev. Erie E. Cox are sharing memories. I shall always remember him for his compassion for everyone he met - poor or rich - it certainly did not matter to Fred!
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Tri-State Wilbert Vault
Wednesday December 17, 2003 at
2:23 PM
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We at Tri-State Wilbert Vault were saddened to hear about Fred. Since December 1978, when my family bought the company, my men have always come back from services with kind words about Fred. He always made the men feel very good about their setup, regardless of the inclement weather and conditions. Our condolences go out to your family and we know our men will always have kind thoughts of Fred.
Doug & Gretchen Allen
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Peggy Merrifield Ctrum
pegcrum@aol.com
Wednesday December 17, 2003 at
12:57 PM
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I am very saddened to learn of the loss of Fred. Such a nice man although I shall always think of him as a boy that I worked with at Lusk's (later Evans) restaurant in Gallipolis in 1948. Sorry I am not able to be there in person but I shall always remember Fred with great admiration and respect.
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Jane & Bill Welker
wwelker@earthlink.net
Wednesday December 17, 2003 at
12:41 PM
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Joan, we were very sorry to learn of Fred's death. We have many found memories of him. Our thoughts are with you. Jane & Bill
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Patty Lennon
ppl0180@aol.com
Wednesday December 17, 2003 at
10:51 AM
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Dear Joan, Gene and Peggy,
I am very sorry about Freddie. He was such a wonderful, sweet man, and member of our family. He was like a big, soft teddy bear, that helped us all through some very difficult times. He also had a wonderfully wicked sense of humor that I will truly miss. It was so comforting to know he is in a better place and I'm sure, a comfort to you that you were able to keep him at home throughout his illness. I know that snuggling with Molly Jane meant so much to him! Due to bad weather and Alex getting out of school early every day this week for finals, I won't be able to come up. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. You are a very special family.
With sincere sympathy,
Patty
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Bill Burks
wburks@wideopenwest.com
Tuesday December 16, 2003 at
7:31 PM
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Joan, So very sorry to learn of Fred's death. He sure was a help to us with my father's and mother's funerals.
Thanks and God Bless you and your family.
Bill
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Tim Hardyman
timhardyman@hotmail.com
Tuesday December 16, 2003 at
12:45 PM
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Joan,Gene and Peggy,
I'm very sorry for your loss. Fred was very kind man and will be greatly missed. I'm just a phone call away if you need me.
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Lawson Vault & Monument Co.
lawsonmon@aol.com
Tuesday December 16, 2003 at
8:46 AM
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Gene & family: So sorry for your loss, I know all to well what you are feeling. I am not going to be able to make it to Gallipolis, I know you made it for my dad, but Gene I am not ready to face another yet.
It don't make it any easier being in the business.
We all send our deepest symaphy to your mom and family.
Lexy, Jerry, Mark,Brian,Jim,Steve,Aaron, Debbie
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