Robert Louis "Bob" Wood's obituary , Passed away on June 1, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois

Robert Louis "Bob" Wood

August 12, 1928 - June 1, 2026 (97 years old)

Lake Forest, Illinois

Robert Louis "Bob" Wood's obituary , Passed away on June 1, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois

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Wenban Funeral Home

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Robert Louis "Bob" Wood

August 12, 1928 - June 1, 2026 (97 years old)

Lake Forest, Illinois

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Robert Louis Wood Obituary

Robert Louis Wood of Lake Forest, Illinois passed away on June 1, 2026. Robert, born on August 12, 1928, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert W. Wood and Louise Ratzesberger Wood; his wife Elizabeth Wood; his brother Craig Wood; and his daughter-in-law Corinne G. Wood.

He is survived by: his sons, Paul Wood (Sandra O'Connor), Michael Wood (Sandra Whitney) of Lake Forest, IL and David Wood (Brenda Bechtel) of Lincolnshire, IL.; his grandchildren, Ashley, Brandon (Anastasia), Dayle, Courtney, Henry (Katherine), Brion (Angela), Claire (Andrew) and David; his great grandchildren, Daphne, Gemma and Scarlett; and his sister Margaret Matthews. He is also survived by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many extended family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Robert's name may be made to The Geneva Foundation of Presbyterian Homes at https://www.presbyterianliving.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wenban Funeral Home



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