William Walter Wood, III

Bennett-May & Pierce Funeral Home and Crematory, 1910 Elkton Pike, Pulaski, TN 38478

William Walter Wood, III (78) passed away December 16, 2024 at his residence in Pulaski, TN.
Walter was born October 3rd 1946 and was a member of the Presbyterian Church. He was a long-time
musician for over 60 years, and an electronic repairman for over 40 years. Walter was also a member of
the National Guard and an active member of the Son’s of Confederate Veterans. He helped in the
location, dedication and recognition of soldiers.

Walter was a dedicated husband to his wife, Cathy, for 55 years and a loving Father and Papa. He loved
trail riding, fishing and gardening, but mostly he loved spending time with his family and friends.

Visitation will be held from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Friday, December 20th, 2024 at Bennett-May &
Pierce Funeral Home and Crematory.
The Memorial Service will follow in the chapel at 1:00 with Bro. Mark Johnson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks you donate to General John C. Brown Camp #112 Sons of the
Confederate Soldiers, Giles County 257 United Daughters of the Confederacy, or a charity of your choice.

Walter was proceeded in death by his father, John Paul Wood; Stepmother, Ellen Wood; Mother,
Cornelia James Wooten; and Brother, John Paul Wood, Jr.
Walter was survived by his Wife, Cathy Wood (Pulaski); Son, Charly Wood and Wife, Amanda (Pulaski);
Brother, Ronnie Wood and Wife, Karen (Smyrna); Sister, Paula Wood Word and Husband Barry (Minor
Hill); Grandson, Cody Wood and Wife, Blaire (Prospect); Step Granddaughters, Shelby Jones (Pulaski)
and Madison Jones (Pulaski); Great Granddaughter, Cheyenne Wood (Prospect); Great Grandson, Drake
Wood (Prospect), and Soon to Be Great Grandtwins (Prospect); Nephew, Brody Word (Minor Hill); Niece,
Alex Davenport and Husband, Drew (Nashville); Niece Emily Vaughan and Husband Jordan (Hixion)

Bennett-May & Pierce Funeral Home and Crematory are in charge of arrangements for William Walter
Wood, III