Don C. Wood, age 77, of Salem, Utah passed away at his home on June 24, 2020. He was born September 9, 1942 in Payson, Utah, to William and Evelyn Hanks Wood. Don served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He married Barbara Lee Jasperson, the love of his life, on November 8, 1973 at his parent’s home.
He was employed by the U.S. Forest Service and retired from Geneva Steel. He was a member of The American Legion.
Don loved to tinker and take care of his cabin. He and Barbara enjoyed spending time with their family and friends at the cabin. They created many memories together. His family was his highest and greatest priority.
He is survived by his children: Teresa (Bret) Thorpe, of Salem; Debbie (Wade) Reynolds, Salem; Christy (Brent) Evans, Spanish Fork; and Bret (Shanna) Mitchell, of Mona; 14 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren; one brother, Dave Wood, and one sister, Janet Garner.
Don was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Lee Wood; parents, Bill and Evelyn Wood; a brother, Bill Wood and a sister, Donna Mae.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2020 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the Salem Stake Center, 695 South 300 West, Salem, Utah. Graveside services will follow at 11:30 a.m. at the Salem City Cemetery, 130 East 965 South, Salem, Utah. Face masks will be mandatory for anyone attending the visitation or graveside service. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Peggy Garner says
June 26, 2020 at 4:54 amDon was a friend for many years, I will miss seeing him up at the mountain. Sending love & comforting thoughts to the family. Don was an absolute great guy who was always there with a helping hand.
John and Darlene Stanley says
June 27, 2020 at 12:35 amWe were so blessed to have met you Don Woods and to call you our friend. We will always treasure your friendship and your kindness!May you rest in peace.