Daniel William Wood
Gone Fishing …..
On Monday, November 28th, Dan Wood passed away peacefully at Royal Inland Hospital at the age of 63 years. Dan retained his charming wit and uncomplaining good nature to the end. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Twyla, his son Tyler and his wife Anna, his brother Sandy and Bruce (Susan), and by his sisters Kay (Bob) and Connie (Tely). He was predeceased by his parents Marguerite and Alex Wood, nephew Joshua Wood and sister in law Barbara Wood.
Born on August 2, 1948 in Toronto, Dan came to British Columbia at the age of 16 and worked in the forests of Northern BC as a logger. Dan was very much the adventurer and took on many different jobs that enabled him to see every corner of the country. He worked on halibut boats, did aluminium siding, erected towers, and framed houses. In the 1970’s he found himself in the trade of journeyman Iron Worker, a profession he loved and often referred to as the “last truly free-men in the country.”
Dan’s family was the center of his universe. He shared many adventures with his son Tyler, and being a father was of great importance to him.
Dad had said he lived a charmed life; he had his family, the best job in the world and the river.
There will be a Celebration of life for Dan on Sunday, December 4, 2011 at 12:00 (noon) in the Schoening Funeral Chapel, 513 Seymour Street. We would appreciate any personal anecdotes of your time with Dan.
In lieu of flowers, friends are invited to make donations to the Western Canada Theatre (Kamloops) or to causes of their own choice.
My you live on through your family Uncle Dan. Love and best wishes Tracy and kids.
Twyla, we send you our sincerest condolences. Our hearts go out to you Tyler and Anna. Thinking of you all, Diane, Ken and Uncle Ross
Dear Twyla and family. Please accept the sincere condolences sent to you from the staff, students, and faculty of the School of Social Work & Human Service at Thomspon Rivers University. We are thinking of you at this most difficult time and hoping that you find peace.
Twyla, my sincerest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you!
Nicole
Dear Twyla, Tyler and all your family. My thoughts are with you as you say goodbye to your dearest husband, friend and father.
My thoughts are with you and Tyler as you grieve the loss of Dan, your partner of 36 years and Tyler’s dear father. Please accept my sincerest condolences also on behalf of everyone at TRU in the School of Social Work and Human Service. You are in our thoughts Twyla and Tyler. Jeanette Robertson
Dear Twyla and Tyler,
Though we have never had the chance to meet face to face, my thoughts are with you both at Uncle Dan’s passing.
All my love,
Veronica
Twyla, I have thought of you the past few weeks and the positive energy you brought to the BCASW Board. I wish you all the best and I know how much you cared for Daniel. Please know that all of us who know you through your work at BCASW are thinking of you as you go through this difficult transition.
Pam
Dear Twyla and family,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I haven’t stopped thinking of you these past months. I know you are surrounded by people who love and care about you, and I hope it will give you strength.
Linda
Dear Twyla,
I am sad to hear of you losing your husband and life partner. At this time of deep saddness and reflection, I hope you are surrounded with family and friends. In grief and reflection, it is love that endures all.
Janette
Praying for friends to comfort you,faith to uphold you, and loving memories to help you
Smile again. I will never forget the great times I shared with Dan.
Until we meet again.
Reid.
Hi Twyla: We are so very sorry to learn of Dan’s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our love and condolences go out to you, Tyler and Anna. We are so glad that we were finally able to meet Dan in person last summer. We will cherish the memories of our visit.
Love Beth & Pete
thinking of you aunt twyla, tyler and anna our thought and prayers are with you
Love Lisa and Steve. he sure was a kidder made me laugh alot
Twyla & Tyler
Sorry about Your Loss I wish I had got to known him better.
We played hockey together when we were kids.
Bill Barrow
Sincere condolences to Twyla and the family. All the staff join me to remember Dan and send our thoughts to you.
It must be so difficult, i’ve been thinking of you and Tyler and my heart goes out to you both. Truly admired my Uncle Dan’s adventures.
Rick
Dear Twyla.Tyler and Anna,
We are so sorry we can’t be there for you all on sun but you all will be in our thoughts.Handsome Dan (Wood) has touched so many peoples lives and our families especially.We love you very much and we know Dan is being taken care of by many loved ones now.Much love,
Tammy,Ted,Lincoln and Britannia xoxo
Twyla & Tyler,
My deepest thoughts and condolences to you both. Danny was an amazing cousin who was loved dearly. I will treasure all my childhood memories of him. He was my hero.
All my love,
Suzy
Dearest Twyla, Tyler & Anna, We just attended the Wood Family Memorial Service for our beloved Brother Dan held at Victoria Square United Church 11:00am on this Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011. The service was amazing with lots of wonderful and fun filled annecdotes shared about Dan. I wish I could have met you all and although that didn’t happen, I have always been very happy for Dan to know that he had such a lovely wife and loving son. I shall look forward to the opportunity of meeting you. As his oldest brother, I share a great love & happy memories of Dan and the terrific times we had. My heart & thoughts are with you and wish you all the very best.
Sincerest Sandy
Dear Twyla, Tyler & Anna, I am a friend of Sandy Wood and I got to hear a lot about Dan through the many stories that Sandy enjoys telling. I feel privileged to have gotten to learn more about Dan during the lovely Family Memorial Service arranged by Kay and Bruce this morning. The photos dipicted Dan perfectly and it was mentioned that you are love of his life and Tyler was his pride and job. The entire Wood Family share a great deal of love for both Dan and you. May your wonderful loving memories of Dan be a great source of comfort for you during this time. My heart and thoughts are with you.
Sincerely, with Love, Mabel
Dear Twyla,Tyler, & Anna, wishing you our sincerest condolences for your loss. Dan will forever remain in our hearts as we have shared many fond memories together. Sorry we are unable to be with you at this time but, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ron, Lynn, Heather, Jon, & Liam
Hi Twyla, I missed the celebration of life on Sunday because I was out of town but you and your family were in my thoughts. Take care, Charmaine
Aunt Cheech, our thoughts are with you and Tyler and Anna. Dan, did live a charmed life with you and his life lives on within you all.
Take care of yourselves
Richard, vickie, Julia, and Rachel