Birth date: Dec 2, 1946 Death date: Jul 25, 2010
Benjamin A. Wood, 63, of Decatur, died Sunday, July 25, 2010 in St. John's Hospital, Springfield. Ben was born December 2, 1946, in Springfield, the son of Leroy and Irene Watkins Wood. He graduated from Clinton Community High Sch Read Obituary
Connie, so very sorry for your loss. Decatur, IL US
Julie and Family,I am very sorry for your loss. My family and I have known all of you for more than 30 years and have always thought highly of your family. Mr. Wood was very dear to me. I have memories as a little girl that everytime I would stay the night with Julie, Mr. Wood would take us to McDonalds and bring us home with new coloring books and crayons. I will always cherish the memories of Mr. Wood, what a good man he was. He has been an inspiration to me in my life seeing what a wonderful Christian life he led. There is no doubt he is now enjoying eternity in paradise, where we shall all see him again someday. Decatur, IL US
To Julie Wood and Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Please know that your Dad is in a much better place now and is resting peacefully. I know it's very hard to deal with the loss of family member. Julie if you need anything, please let us know! Bloomington, IL US
Mark – We're so sorry for your loss and wish we could be there in person. May you find God's love and peace during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Decatur, IL US
Kevin and family, please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you. Decatur, IL US
connie & family ~may i extend condolences on behalf of marylynn and i to you and your family. we first met when i went through RCIA class in 1998. i enjoyed so much speaking with you and ben before mass each sunday morning or saturday evenings depending. despite the many physical problems that plagued ben, his smile warmed my heart and reminded me that i had nothing to complain about!!! G_d bless you all during your time of sorrow and lift you up in His tender mercies. decatur, IL US
To the entire Wood family: We haven't known Ben for very long, but he seemed like such a nice man, always smiling. I know that he was very proud of his family, and his grandchildren, Rachel and Ryan. Stacy, Mark's wife, is our goddaughter. We love having Mark as a family member also. I know the heartache you feel now, I have lost both my parents very early also. Remember all the good times, and keep your Dad in your heart forever. Never let the kids forget their grandpa and how much he loved them. St. Peter, IL US
To the Wood family,So sorry for your loss of a father, friend, spouse,coach, grandpa,great provider, and all the many hats Ben wore.Sending lots of love and many prayers out to you all.May you all be comforted in the days ahead. Sending God's peace to be with you now.Much love from , Barbara, Fred, and Sheri Cordts. Bloomington, IL US
Connie and Family,My thoughs and prayers are with you. Ben was a very good friend to Ken Bollhorst, that passed in Jan. 2010. Always like to talk at the "Y" and had drinks at the table. They decust the world problems. Decatur, IL US
Connie and family,We were saddened by the news of Ben's passing. May the memories of his life and the love that he shared bring peace to you at this difficult time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Clinton, IL US
