Elton Lawrence Wood

Elton Lawrence Wood, 82, formerly of Harrisville, New York now Deltona, Florida passed at the Lake Monroe Hospital in Sanford of natural causes on Thursday January 9th, 2025. Elton “Woody” was a cherished soul who touched the lives of all who knew him with his unwavering kindness and infectious spirit. He spent his free time working on cars, playing horseshoes, and spending time camping at the River, golfing with friends and spending time with his family.

Elton met the love of his life Lynda and they married May 23rd, 1964 at St. Francis Solanus Church in Harrisville, New York. Together they built a loving home filled with laughter and joy with their two children. John (Cindy) of Lake Mary, FL and Tina (Teddy) of Fine, New York.

Elton attended Harrisville Central School and Graduated in 1960 before going to work at Campany Furniture and Water Buick in Carthage New York. He then started his career at Newton Falls Papermill in Newton Falls, New York where he worked for 30 years.

Elton’s favorite role was that of a grandfather. He treasured his time with his Grandchildren. Ricky of Watertown, New York, Tiffani (Travis) of Herndon, KY and Crystal (Bryan) of Debary, FL. He took pride in watching his grandchildren grow, especially when he became a great grandfather. His great grandchildren brought the biggest smile to his face Corbin 7, and Sophia 1.

If you knew Elton, you know he loved his family dearly and each and everyone one of them held a place in his heart. He is predeceased by his father (Lawrence) and mother (Jennie), 3 brothers Gordon, Gerald, Lynn and 3 sisters, Kathleen Murphy, Joyce (Gene) Richardson, and Irene (Wayne) Burr.

Elton is survived by 1 brother Richard (Ellen) of Colorado. 2 sisters Gertie (Vick) Graninger of Colorado, and Margaret (Jack) Cocquyt of New York. 3 sisters-in-law, Joyce wood, Jackie Wood and Barbara Wood. Shannon (mother of grandchildren Ricky & Tiffani) Also, several nieces and nephews.

Celebration of life details will be released by the family at a later date.