William Jerry Wood

William Jerry "Bill" Wood, 72, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on March 31, 2017, at his home. He was born on November 14, 1944, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late William and Jessie (Howard) Wood. Bill was a U.S. Army veteran who retired from Emery Worldwide after many years of service and also owned and operated an incense outlet for ten years. He enjoyed his bowling league, fishing, and collecting model trains.

Along with his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his son, William Marc Wood. He is survived by his loving wife, Karen (Baker) Wood; his children, Stacy Wood (Shella), Kelly Biszmaier (Willie), and Shannon Wood (David); along with 9 grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 9:00 to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at Newcomer Funeral Home (3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany, Indiana 47150) with a Graveside Service to follow at St. Stephens Cemetery in Louisville, Kentucky.

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