Obituary for George R. Wood

George Robert Wood was born August 19, 1947 to George W. and Catherine (Corneer) Wood in Blair, Nebraska. He entered into eternal rest May 28, 2020 at his home in Tekamah, Nebraska, at the age of 72 years.

George graduated from Tekamah High School in 1965. George met the love of his life, Janice Picton in San Diego, California. They were united in marriage October 2, 1971 at Chapel of Bells in San Diego. They were married for 48 years. To this marriage six children were born. He was proud of all his children and their spouses. He had deep love for all his grandchildren.

George served in the Navy from 1968-1972, during the Vietnam War. He served on the USS Chicago CG11 as a Radarman, stationed in San Diego. His patriotism was strong and inspiring. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion.

He worked as a welder for 40 years at Kelly Ryan Equipment in Blair. He was a Cub Scout Leader for 14 years for Pack 158.

George was a quiet man, but if he knew you, he would visit with you for hours. He enjoyed working in his yard, garden and tinkering in his garage.

George was preceded in death by his parents; mother and father-in-law.

Survivors include his wife, Janice “Jan”; sons, Joseph of Elkhorn, NE; Andrew (Elizabeth) of Lincoln, NE, Matthew (Mackenzie) of Ashland, NE, Michael (Kristin) of Bennington, NE, Lucas (Samantha) of Arlington, NE, daughter, Amy (Thomas) Yoachim of Grand Island, NE; 10 grandsons; 4 granddaughters.

Graveside service June 4, 2020 1:00 PM Tekamah Cemetery Tekamah, NE 68061

~~~ Obituary courtesy of the Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings on file in the Blair Public Library at Blair, Nebraska.~~~

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