Mr. Robert Thomas Wood, Sr. age 83, of Belfast, TN passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at NHC- Oakwood.
A native of Eagleville, TN, he was the son of the late Ruby Elizabeth King Wood and William Leonard Wood. Mr. Wood was a member of the Class of 1945 at Eagleville High School, and a graduate of UT Knoxville where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. He served his country in the United States Army and was a recipient of the World War II Victory Medal. Mr. Wood was a retired salesman, a member of the Bellevue United Methodist Church in Nashville, and a life member of the United Methodist Men.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother William Leonard Wood, Jr.
Survivors include his former wife, Romelle Wood of Nashville, one brother, Fred Jordan Wood of St. George, Utah, one son, Robert Thomas (Becky) Wood, Jr. of Austin, TX, two daughters, Susan Wood Dale (Brad) of Nashville, TN and Pamela Wood Lumpkin (Greg) of Belfast, TN. Seven grandchildren, Jessica Wood, Emma Wood, Kelsey Dale, Erik Dale, Audrey Lumpkin, Gregory Lumpkin, and Rebecca Lumpkin. Several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.
A memorial service for Mr. Wood will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Bellevue United Methodist Church in Nashville.