James Franklin Wood

James Franklin Wood, 90, of Woodway, died Saturday, December 21, 2024, at his home. Family graveside services will be held at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery.

Wood was born December 31, 1933, in Waco to the late Charlton Bean Wood and Annie Laurie McCollum Wood. After graduating from Waco High School, he went on to attend The University of Texas; graduating with his Bachelors degree. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army.

Wood married his wife, September 26, 1958, Joan Astrid Barzak in Waco. They shared 58 years together before here passing, June 13, 2016. Wood was also preceded in death by his son, Charlton H. Wood, July 4, 2023.

Wood is survived by his children, Laurie E. Wood of Chicago, Illinois and Alan Wood and his wife, Andrea of Woodway. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Zachary, James, Elizabeth, and Rebecca. 

In lieu of flowers please make memorial donations to the charity of your choice.

The family invites you to share a message or a memory to Wood’s “Memorial Guestbook” at www.WHBfamily.com.