Mr. Truman James Wood, age 81 of Douglas, passed away Monday, September 7, 2020, at Rehabilitation Center of South Georgia in Tifton following an extended illness. Mr. Wood was born February 3, 1939 to the late Thomas Russell Wood and the late Ola Smith Wood. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Frances Adams Wood; sons James Anthony Wood and Keith Wood; siblings Thelma Mancil, Theottis Wood and Troy Wood.
Mr. Wood, a native of Coffee County, had been employed at PCC in the Maintenance Department for many years. He was a member of Rocky Pond Baptist Church.
Survivors include:
Daughter: Debbie Harper of Hazlehurst, GA
Brother: Albert Wood of Cleveland, TN
Grandchildren: Rhianna Patton of Douglas, GA
Gregory Keith Harper of Ambrose, GA
Michael Anthony Harper of Hazlehurst, GA
Great Grandchildren: Mason Patton of Douglas, GA
Sawyer Patton of Douglas, GA
Several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends
The funeral service will be held Friday, September 11, 2020, at 11:00 AM at Rocky Pond Baptist Church with Rev. Lonnie Spikes officiating. The interment will follow in Harrell Grove Cemetery.
The family will receive friends, Friday morning, September 11, 2020 from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at Rocky Pond Baptist Church.
Please note, due to COVID-19, attendees are asked to observe six foot social distancing at the service and visitation. Please wear your mask for safety precautions.
Ricketson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.