Jesse Lee Wood, 33, of Elkton, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023, in
Harrisonburg. Jesse was born January 29, 1989, in Harrisonburg and was
the son of Tim and Tammy Stoey Wood of Elkton.
He was a 2011 graduate of Spotswood High School and an Honorary
graduate of East Rockingham High School. Jesse was a special child and a
member of Gods family who was welcomed at and attended many area
churches. He loved music, hugs, eating and taking rides. His favorite words
were “Hi”, Momma, Wa Wa, which means “I Love You” and Ga Ga, which
means, Where’s your turkey”. He enjoyed wheeling himself around, singing
and whistling. His family and friends were his life and he will be greatly
missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, Jesse is survived by brothers, Tucker Wood and
wife, Stacie, Dale Wood and wife,Alex; a sister, Leslie Wood and
boyfriend, Sid; paternal grandfather, Vernon Wood and companion, Pat,
maternal grandmother, Sue Stoey; special caregivers, David and Penny
Shifflett and family; numerous family and friends. He was preceded in
death by his paternal grandmother, Shelby Sellers Wood and maternal
grandfather, Dick Stoey.
The family will receive friends 6 to 8p.m on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at
the Kyger Funeral Home Chapel in Elkton.
AFuneral service will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at
the Kyger Funeral Home Chapel in Elkton with Pastor Ed McDaniels and
Pastor Mike Reynolds. Burial will be private on his home place in Beldor.
The family requests attendees to wear bright and joyful colors to the service
and visitation.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Kyger Funeral Home