It is with broken hearts we announce the sudden death of George Paul Wood, age 53, on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at SAH surrounded by his family.
Loved husband and best friend to Sheri, loved and cherished father of Caleb (Amber) and Daekyum. Lovingly remembered son of George and Gloria Wood. Dear son-in-law of Lynn Troke (late Walter). Forever missed brother of Linda Avery (Wade), David Wood (Mary Claire), Debbie Sullivan (Pat), Jim Wood, Sandra Edwards (Harvey). Brother-in-law of Gary Troke. Special and loved uncle to Bobbi Shaw (Steve), Mike Avery, Christoper Wood (Kaitlyn), Jillian Wood, Sara McCarty (Cole), Nathan Gallagher (Kaylyn), Zac Wood (Maggie), Alex Wood, Kate Wood (Ben), Brent Edwards (Krysten) and Shawn Edwards (Amanda). Missed by his furry companions TeddyB and Niko.
George cherished his many friends who will miss him. He loved his work, hockey, fishing and hunting, but most of all he loved being a husband to Sheri for 31 years and an amazing Dad to Caleb and Dae.
A private family service will be held. Memorial contributions payable by cheque or online in George's memory may be made to the Sault Ste. Marie Humane Society or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Arrangements entrusted to the Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. E. 705-759-2522). Please visit Arthur Funeral Home website obituaries to leave a memory or message of condolence as a keepsake for George's family.
Gone from our sight but never from our hearts.
What we have once enjoyed we can never lose; all that we deeply love becomes a part of us.” – Helen Keller