Lt. Col. Wayne L. Wood, USAF (Ret.) Orange Park, Florida Obituary

Lt. Col. Wayne L. Wood, USAF (Ret.)

Wayne Lyle Wood passed from this life on May 24, 2019. Wayne was born on November 2, 1938 in Lynchburg Va. He graduated from Virginia Tech and entered into service with the US Air Force where he spent 28 years as a fighter pilot. During his time in the Air Force he was a flight instructor and flew campaigns during the Vietnam conflict. After retiring as a Lt. Colonel, Wayne flew Leer Jets for Flight International out of Jacksonville International. Wayne is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Reba Corpier Wood; son, Richard and daughter, Robin along with his brothers: David, Fred, and Sam; and sisters, Dianna Wood and Mary Tustin. Funeral Services will be held at Jacksonville Memory Gardens on Tuesday, May 28th. Visitation begins at 1:00pm with services starting at 2:00. Funeral Home: Jacksonville Memory Gardens 4083 Lannie Road Jacksonville, FL US 32218
November 2, 1938 - May 24, 201911/02/193805/24/2019
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John Hien
November 10, 2022
Wayne was my brother in law and I was privileged to visit him a few
times. Once in Austin, TX, and again at a reunion of Vietnam veterans held in Florida. Wayne was one of the few people I knew who was courageous, driven, and just a wonderful person I was glad to know.
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Douglas Aitken
January 14, 2021
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Douglas Aitken
January 14, 2021
Reba and Family. I was stationed with Wayne at UBON, Thailand as a Rustic FAC in 1972. In fact he took my place as the unit's Stan/Eval pilot. I will always remember Wayne as a fun guy, always smiling, but a true professional. I just learned of his passing, and am so sorr... Continue Reading
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Geoff Sherman, Decatur, Texas
June 16, 2019
My deepest condolences to the family of Lt. Col Wood. Lt. Col Wood was my first boss at my first Air Force assignment in the Services Section at Bolling AFB in Wash. DC back in 1978. He was a true gentleman and it was a pleasure to serve under him.
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Larry Wesley
May 30, 2019
So sorry to hear about Waynes passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. You will be missed Larry and DiAnn Wesley
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Linda Broadus
May 28, 2019
This saddens me to hear of Wayne’s passing. I remember him OPPC Choir. I like him as a friend in Choir. May he Rest In Peace! Reba my Sincere Condolence to you, your Children, and Family. Take Care and God Bless!
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Barbara and Kenneth Bentley
May 28, 2019
We are sending our prayers and most loving wishes for you during this difficult time. Our hearts are with you all. Be blessed! The God we serve is too wise to make a mistake and he will be with you through it all!
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Christy Smith
May 28, 2019
We are sending our love, thoughts and prayers for you and all of the family! Love you, Smitty, Christy, Logan, Dylan and Ella
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Anna and Arved
May 28, 2019
Reba and family -including cats- Prayers and love to all in this hour of loss...You and Wayne made our community vibrant with joy, laughter and your strong shared love for each other and us. Thank you.
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Nora Kobusinge
May 27, 2019
Dear Reba although we have lost dear Wayne at least be assured that the love you and he shared will always be.....
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Lucy
May 27, 2019
"I have made death a messenger of joy...." Dear Reba...we all love you and are here for you. Wayne is waiting in the Abha Kingdom.
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