Carl Wood

Carl U. Wood, of Mountain Home, passed away surrounded by family and friends at his home at the age of 71 on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2013.

A rosary will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at Rost Funeral Home, McMurtrey Chapel. A memorial service with military honors will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Our Lady of Good Counsel church.

Carl was born on Aug. 5, 1941, in Wayne, Okla., to Joyce and James Wood. He grew up in Oklahoma and California and entered the U.S. Navy at age 17.

While on duty, he met his dear wife, Rufina ,in the Philippines. They were married June 9, 1963. They had a family of two children, Marquetta and Michael.

Carl earned a degree from Embry-Riddle, which he utilized through his career as an electronic technician in the Navy and a full career in Grumman Aerospace.

The family has lived in a variety of places where they embraced friends from all over the world. The couple retired in Mountain Home, where they have enjoyed residing since.

Carl and Fina were active in the community of Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish.

They enjoyed camping, traveling, visiting family and a variety of activities in their active social life.

Carl was a very kind, patient man who is remembered for his kindness towards others and willingness to help. He was always willing to share a friendly word with someone and had a lighthearted sense of humor.

Carl is survived by his dearest wife, Rufina, children Marquetta and Michael, father James, two siblings, four grandchildren and a great-grandson.

He passed away surrounded by the love of family and friends.