Robert “Bob” Wood

Robert Gene “Bob” Wood, 65, of Jayess, passed away Dec. 2, 2021. He was born March 19, 1956, in Livingston, Tenn., to Robert Oren and Virgie Juanita Little Wood.
A graveside service was held Dec. 5 at Tilton United Methodist Church Cemetery, Jayess. Wilson Funeral Home handled the arrangements.
Bob loved his family. He was a loving husband and father, and he especially loved his two granddaughters who were his “world.” He was a hard worker and provider. He was employed by Trans-Ocean for many years. After retiring from off-shore, he worked for Turner Industries. He also worked as a carpenter for North Shore Companies.
He is survived by his two daughters, Yetta Monique Wood and Megan Marie Wood; and his two precious granddaughters, Jaliyah “JuJu” Marie and Gabrielle “Gabby” Victoria-Ann, all of Jayess. He also leaves behind his siblings, Peggy Lindsay (Carl), of Modoc, Ind.; Vickie Newton, of Chattanooga, Tenn.; Sheila Wayman (Rick), of Dunkirk, Ind.; and his sisters-in-law Harriet Robbins, Joan Burt (Harold), Yetta England (Jimmy), all of Jayess; as well as a brother-in-law, Champ Caul (Tami), of Long Beach; along with nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Caul Wood; his parents; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Harry and Mildred Caul; as well as his two brothers, Larry Oren Wood and Jeffery Lee Wood; and one sister, Linda Sue Batt. He was also preceded by a brother-in-law, Harold Caul.
The family would like to extend a special “thank you” for all the love shown to our family during this time.