Thomas Vincent Wood
June 7, 1952 - April 20, 2023
Funeral Details: May 12, 2023 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion Branch #385 (105 Industrial Pkwy. North, Aurora, On.,)
Tom (Thomas) Vincent Wood
June 1952 - April 2023
Our beloved Tom left us suddenly, but peacefully at home on April 20, 2023.
Adored and deeply missed by his wife, Paula, of nearly 46 years, daughters, Aaryn (Sergio), Amanda (Rob), Abby (Phil) and grandchildren, Audrey, Miguel, and Levi. Also survived by loving siblings, Carolyn (Paul), twin brother Joe (Deborah), Bill (Lori), Cathy (Paul), Greg (Susan), John (Lisa), Cindy (Steven), his aunt, Bernice, many nieces, nephews, sisters and brothers-in-law. Predeceased by his cherished son, Adam, his parents, Bob and Marge, and brother, Mike.
Born in Toronto, Tom lived and worked most of his life in Aurora, Ontario, surrounded by family. He was a man with a giant heart and a gentle soul whose kindness was unmatched. Although quiet, Tom was no wallflower and reveled in a good old fashioned Wood family bash.
He took pride in his work and believed that whatever you do, do it well, and that he did! He was a meticulous and skilled craftsman—there was nothing Tom couldn’t build or fix. At 70, he showed no sign of slowing down and he worked right up until the day he left this world.
His genuine curiosity made him the ultimate treasure hunter. He had a knack for “salvaging” and was an environmentalist long before it was mainstream. When he wasn’t on the hunt for salvaged goods, he could be found trapping squirrels (his nemesis) in the backyard, or in his boat chasing the elusive muskie in lakes across Ontario. He enrolled many of his loved ones in his passion for fishing and delighted in "taking them out in the boat”.
Tom was a lover of hockey (GO LEAFS GO), baseball, tennis, lacrosse, snowmobiles, ratchets, and fast cars. He was a connoisseur of butter tarts, hot sauce, and believed that everything could be made better with ketchup!
Tom’s true passion was his family. His deep love and pride for his children, grandchildren and wife were his lifeblood.
Tom made you a better person just by being around him. His mark on our hearts will never be forgotten.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday May 12, 2023, from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. with memories being shared at 2:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #385 (105 Industrial Pkwy. North, Aurora, On.,)
Arrangements entrusted to Peaceful Transition York (2-15236 Yonge St., Aurora, On.,)
In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made directly to Heart & Stroke or The Nature Conservancy.
Anne Rabjoh
Posted on: Monday, April 24, 2023Dear Paula
My deepest condolences to you and your family at this very sad and difficult time.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom, may you rest in peace.
💜
Anne Rabjohn
Linda Kirk
Posted on: Monday, April 24, 2023It was with great sadness in my heart, when I heard of Toms passing . I had an opportunity to sit at a dinner table with him and Paula, recently, and when he smiled it was such a genuine smile.
My sincerest condolences to the to his beautiful family, His wife, Paula, his daughters And his beautiful son Adam who before him .
May his memories be kept alive through his beautiful grandchildren.
Colleen Kozak
Posted on: Monday, April 24, 2023My dear friend Paula,
I am so very sorry to hear about Tom. My deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you. XO
Cathy Ford
Posted on: Monday, April 24, 2023Dear Paula.
This is such a shock as Bill & I had such a great chat with Tom four days before his passing. What wonderful memories you & the family will have. He will be missed.
Bill & Cathy Ford
Cooke Family
Posted on: Tuesday, April 25, 2023Paula, Aaryn, Amanda, Abby and all your family.
We are so sorry for your loss of Tom. He was a great and quiet man. He loved you all so much and you could tell every time he talked about you all.
We are thinking of you and sending our support and love at this difficult time.
💕
Earl and Wilma
Posted on: Tuesday, April 25, 2023Our deepest sympathy to the loving family at this difficult time. We, each in our own way, knew Tom and enjoyed his smiles and laughter.
Tom was always a welcoming presence at family get togethers and made sure you had your drink. He will be missed.
Heather and Dennis
Posted on: Tuesday, April 25, 2023Our deepest sympathy to Paula, Aaryn, Amanda, Abby and your families, and the Wood clan. I have so many fond memories of the great times we had at family gathering both when we young and adults. Tom will be missed by all of us that had the pleasure of being part of his life. May he rest in peace.
Laurie and Jim Grady
Posted on: Tuesday, April 25, 2023Dearest Paula, Aaryn, Amanda. and Abby. It is difficult to find the words to èxprèss our deep sorrow over your loss of a wonderful husband and father. Tom was a sweet,
kind and gentle man. who will be missed by many but none moreso than you. May the love of all who love you bring you solace and strength during this very difficult time. With much love, Laurie and Jim ❤
Katherine McCulloch
Posted on: Wednesday, April 26, 2023Beautiful tribute. So incredibly sorry for your loss, he sounded like an absolute character with a big heart. Wishing you strength through this time. Your family is in my thoughts.
Kathryn Long-Foley
Posted on: Wednesday, April 26, 2023Thinking of you all during this terrible time.
I am so sorry for your loss.
What a wonderful man that was very obviously loved by all of you.
Thank you for sharing his story. ❤️
Ann and Cornelia
Posted on: Wednesday, April 26, 2023Paula, Amanda, Aaryn and Abby ❤️we are deeply saddened with the loss of your husband, father and our loving endearing neighbour and friend. We are hoping he is with Adam ❤️ we will miss him so much🙏we are here for you all, always. Our deepest condolences. Ann and Cornelia
Betty and Gary Good
Posted on: Wednesday, April 26, 2023Our deepest sympathy to the Woods Family.
Darren Smith
Posted on: Wednesday, April 26, 2023Dear Paula, Aaryn, Amanda and Abby. I’m so sorry for your loss. I will miss Tom dearly. I always cherished time with him whether it was at work or enjoying as other Wood family Christmas. I like to think Tom and Adam are together again watching over you and having a fish. Sending lots of love
Darren, Kate, Isla and Jacob
Patricia Boteler
Posted on: Thursday, April 27, 2023Dear Cathy and family,
I am sorry for your loss. I know how much your family means to you. Take care of each other.
-Patricia and Ian Boteler (your Mary Ward family)
David and Remy Frair
Posted on: Thursday, April 27, 2023Dear Cathy and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
David and Remy Frair
The Tsakirakis Family
Posted on: Thursday, April 27, 2023Dearest Wood Family,
Sending our deepest condolences and all our love and wishing you strength and peace at this difficult time.
Love, Amy & Alex
Sharon
Posted on: Friday, April 28, 2023Dear Paula and Family
I was truly shocked to hear of Tom’s passing.
Even through the years as contact was lost he was still my cousin my thoughts are with you
RIP Tom
Shawn Philpott
Posted on: Friday, April 28, 2023Wood Family,
Our heartfelt condolences and hope that you find comfort with your extended family and friends. We didn’t know Tom but I know I would have enjoyed knowing him from what I’ve read and heard.
Much Love, Shawn and Barb
JANICE LeGRAND
Posted on: Saturday, April 29, 2023My deepest condolences to my dear friends Paula, Aaryn, Amanda, Abby, and their families on the passing of this very dear man. I will always remember Tom as a kind and gentle man. To many people, Tom would be thought of as a quiet man. To me, he was always thoughtful and respectful. Whenever I was visiting at the house in the afternoon, he would come in from work, immediately go upstairs to shower and change, and then come back down for a quick visit. He always asked me how my mother was doing and said to be sure to say hello to her. One of my favourite memories of Tom is watching him at the annual Wood Family Christmas Open House. He would be working diligently and methodically in the kitchen, heating up new hors d’oeuvres to bring out to the table. I will always picture him with his trusty tea towel flung over his shoulder for quick access, carrying out the next batch of newly warmed-up hors d’oeuvres. It was easy to tell when there was a fishing trip coming up because Tom would have all of his fishing equipment including numerous rods, tackle boxes, as well as his fishing clothes, spread out on the front porch for inspection weeks in advance. It made me laugh when Paula called it Tom’s fishing luggage. I think he enjoyed the weeks of prepping as much as the actual fishing trip. Tom will be dearly missed by all who knew him and will always be in my heart and in my memories. Big hugs and lots of love, Janice
Michael Skinner
Posted on: Monday, May 1, 2023Our heartfelt condolences to Paula, her family, and the rest of the Wood clan. I have so many wonderful memories of Tom & the rest of the Wood Family from ‘back in the day’, when we’d get together for family functions. Tom will be missed, but not forgotten. Again, our condolences. Mike, Jenny, Alexandra, and Brooke Skinner
Mary Antonio
Posted on: Tuesday, May 2, 2023Dear Paula and the entire Wood family. You have been through so much sadness and I am truly sorry about yet another heartbreaking loss of a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, Tom. My heart goes out to all of you. Please know I will be praying for all of you to give you the strength to handle your grief. I know how difficult it must be. God bless you all. ♥️♥️💔💔
Linda & Ben Spoelstra
Posted on: Wednesday, May 3, 2023Dear Paula & Family,
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of your husband and father, Tom. Such a sad time for all of you. I know you will be surrounded with love and support from the Cook and Wood families. Our sincerest condolences.
Linda (Ritchie) & Ben Spoelstra
Bill and Jan McCallum
Posted on: Sunday, May 7, 2023Our condolences to the Wood Family.
Nadine, Andrew, Theo and Siena
Posted on: Tuesday, May 9, 2023Dear Paula, Aaryn, Amanda and Abby,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this extremely difficult time. Tom was such a wonderful person. We will never forget his kindness and his heartwarming smile. He will be missed dearly.
Love you all 💗💕
Inger and Glenn Smith
Posted on: Thursday, May 11, 2023Paula, Aaryn, Amanda, Abby and your families,
Our deepest sympathies for the loss of your husband and father.
Wishing you strength through this difficult time.
Inger and Glenn (Connor and Darren’s parents)