David Fredrick Wood's Obituary
David Fredrick Wood, 85, passed away Thursday, December 16, 2021, peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. Dave’s family gathered for a private viewing at Eineder Funeral Homes - Brooklyn Chapel. There will be a gathering of Family and Friends beginning at 10:00AM on Saturday, February 5, 2022 at St. Rita Catholic Church (10516 Hayes Rd., Clark Lake, MI 49234) With his Memorial Mass being held at 11:00AM . Fr. Tom Helfrich OSFS, will serve as celebrant.
He was born on March 7, 1936 in Amherst, Massachusetts to Clarence and Annie (Kentfield) Wood. Dave married the love of his life, Elizabeth “Betty” McDougal, on February 7, 1959 in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. He will be remembered as being a very loyal, giving, prideful man who loved his family. Dave was an amazing father, grandfather and great grandfather that could do anything. An incredibly competent do it yourselfer. He was employed by General Electric for 17 years and Nortel Networks Corporation for 20 years prior to his retirement in 1993. Dave was very proud of his work on the space program. In his spare time, he found time to build his log home and garage. He also managed to take the family on vacation to each state, visiting the National Parks, with the exception of Alaska.
Dave is survived by his wife of 61 years, Betty; his children, Deborah (Doug) Anderson and Linda Albright; 10 grandchildren; and 19 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Susan; 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Make a Wish Foundation. Please leave a message of comfort for Dave’s family or sign his guestbook at www.EinederFuneralHomes.com.
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