It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Howard Lee Wood of Ashland, Ohio, born in Fort Jackson, South Carolina, who passed away on July 5, 2022, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, William Wood and Virginia Wood (Moffett). He is survived by : his children, Ryan Wood (Gail), Laura Barnhill (Rodney), Leslie Gunter (Gary), Eric Wood (Lawrence), Marc Wood and Matthew Wood (Chris); his stepchildren, Lori Day, Gregory Cayse (Michelle) and Tracey Cole; his grandchildren, Christopher, Timothy, David, Daniel, Krystal, Kelly, Kimberly, Michelle, Erin, Michael, Braden, Cameron, Sadie, Olivia, Ty and Charlie; and his close friend Nancy Davis. He is also survived by his 7 step- grandchildren; his 9 great- grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made in Howard's memory to the Garber Brethren Church, 163 Sherman Ave. Ashland, Ohio 44805 or to Hospice of North Central Ohio 1050 Dauch Dr. Ashland, Ohio 44805.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Heyl Funeral Home