Obituary of Robert Wood

Robert J. Wood, a resident of Burlington, was called home peacefully in the presence of his loving family on Saturday morning, January 21, 2012. The beloved husband of Joanne (Hall), Bob would have celebrated his 60th birthday on January 24, 2012. Bob was born, raised and educated in Woburn. He was a graduate of the class of 1970 from Woburn High School. Bob worked for Digital Equipment and Hewlett Packard for 35 years. He had a passion for repairing and building numerous projects. Bob so enjoyed making a difference for others by giving his help. A social, friendly man who loved to travel and enjoyed numerous trips with his wife, Joanne of 38 years. His family was the center of his life and his priority was to always be supportive of them. Bob was the loving husband of 38 years of Joanne T. (Hall). He was the dear father of Michelle O’Hare & her husband Joseph of Burlington and devoted father of Robert & his wife Jennifer of Shrewsbury. Loving Papa of Joey & Jakey. Beloved son of Angeline Wood of Woburn and the late Fernando. Brother of James Wood & his wife Jean of North Port, FL and John Woods & his wife Eileen of Yarmouth & Cambridge. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral from the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (Exit 34 off rt. 128, Woburn side) on Thursday, Jan. 26 at 9 a.m. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret’s Church, 111 Winn St., Burlington at 10 a.m. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 p.m. Interment in Pine Haven Cemetery, Burlington. In lieu of flowers memorials in Bob’s name may be made to Hospice of the North Shore & Greater Boston, 75 Sylvan Street, Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 0192. Eulogy of Robert J. Wood by Bob Wood, Son This is indeed a sad day for all of us. Thank you for coming to celebrate the life of a great man. Dad had many roles in life, he was a husband, son, father, brother, nephew, uncle and friend. He found time for all of us. Helping people, fixing things, enjoying nature and family came natural to Dad and were his passions. And of course, he always had to have a Dunkin Donuts coffee in hand. He was a generous man, and never wanted to be acknowledged for anything he did. He would lend a helping hand to anyone in need but always helped family even before we could ask. Determination was never in short supply for him. Even as he fought his courageous battle with cancer, he wanted to get home from the hospital to work on the 15 or 16 projects he had going. Dad would tell us “if you're going to do something, do it right.” Dad did do it right. He lived life with a smile sharing his love with all of us and we loved him back. Dad not only took amazing care of his immediate family he took wonderful care of Grandma and Grandpa. For as long as I can remember he would support his parents in every way from building trays for Grandpa to taking Grandma to the hair dresser every Friday. There was nothing he wouldn't do for his parents and family. Dad and his brothers were much like the three musketeers “all for one and one for all”. They supported each other through life's ups and downs. At times, they were like the three stooges, especially at Christmas when they were passing out the gifts together, giving us all a good laugh. Dad was there for Uncle Jim and Uncle John with a smile and a tool in his hand. Growing up with his two brothers helped shape Dad's character into the wonderful man he was. To me, dad was my hero, the best man in my wedding and my best friend. He was the epitome of a gentleman and my role model in every way. He was very polite; he was the kind of man who opened doors for ladies. I emulated everything he did. I even copied little things I thought were manners just because he did them. We had a good laugh when he told me that it's not a matter of manners to walk a half step behind the lady your with. He just did that so he knew what direction Mom was going. He always kept Mom, Shelly and me insight at all times. He was our protector and rock that held us up. He taught Shelly and me more things than I can list and he extended those lessons to our spouses, Jenny and Joey. And oh, how he loved his grandchildren, Joey and Jakey. He so enjoyed putting complex toys together for them, teaching and playing with them. He instilled in all of us the values of love, family and respect. Our Dad was a devoted and loving husband to our mother for 38 years. He was one side of a beautiful heart with mom on the other side. Best friends and in love from the day they met. Mom, dad will be with you forever....his smile, his spirit, his love and your love will be with him, for all time. Our parents treasured their life together. For example, 8 years in a row Mom and Dad would get up at sunrise to get their spot on the beach when we went on our family camping trips in Maine. They enjoyed vacations but it didn't matter where they went. They could have a good time going to the White Mountains, Vegas, Disney and have almost as many laughs going food shopping. Dad loved Mom with every thought and breath. They taught Shell and me what love is and how family can be the strongest thing in the world. Dad was a man's man and a ladies gentleman. Most of all he was a wonderful gift from God to all of us. I think I speak for everyone here when I say we love you and will miss you. Don't worry about us anymore. You taught us all well and we wish you everlasting peace and happiness. Love you always and forever and a day!