Michael J. Wood

Michael J Wood (80), of Newnan, GA passed away on the evening on April 3, 2023, holding the hands of his son and daughter. Michael, fondly known as Mike, was born to Lucia and Howard Wood, on February 1, 1943, in Hagerstown, MD. Mike attended Valley Forge Military Academy and spent time at Georgia Southern University and the University of Georgia where he received his NPDES Certification. Mike is survived by his loving children Michael Christopher “Chris” Wood (Melodie) of Opelika, AL, and Kimberly “Kym” Michelle Wood of Atlanta GA, and three beautiful grandchildren Kenna Elizabeth (18), Jacob Tyler (16) and Harper Riley (8) whom he loved so dearly. He is also survived by his twin sister Mary Lucia “Sue” Wood Serian (Tom), sister Kelli O’Connell and brother Howard T Wood, Jr (Ellen) and their children. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Lucia and Howard. Mike was a beloved member of the St. George Catholic church in Newnan, GA where he was a member of the Knights of Columbus (Assembly 3199) and involved with the St. Vincent de Paul charity. Mike was a lover of sports and spent many years working for Atlanta sports teams including the Atlanta Flames, Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Chiefs, and the Atlanta Falcons. Some of his fondest memories revolved around having the opportunity to work alongside his son, Chris at the Atlanta Falcons, where Chris still works to this day, doing the stats for the home games. Mike worked for the 1996 Olympic Games as the Director of Venue Communications for the Equestrian and Mountain Biking events. Mike was also a Georgia High School Association football official for over 30 years, a baseball umpire, a basketball official, and Evaluator of Football. Mike was honored to serve as the 60th President of the Touchdown Club of Atlanta. Mike never wanted to stop working and was always on the go. He was most recently employed by Lowe’s in Newnan, working under store manager Brian, who he has known for many years. Many will be aware that Mike suffered a massive heart attack while at work and his family will never be able to repay their gratitude to Lisa Allen, Troy Howard, Billy Newsom, Nicole Duncan, and Eli Shelnut who were all involved in saving his life and ultimately granting Mike’s family and friends the opportunity to speak to him one last time before his body was no longer able to support him living here on earth. Mike was a force of nature, strong, charismatic, passionate, and will truly be missed. Mike’s family will host a Funeral Mass on Thursday, April 13th, 2023 at 10:30 am. The service will be at St. George Catholic Church in Newnan, GA. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the American Heart Association or the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul - Georgia (www.svdpgeorgia.org) in Mike’s name. Please express your condolences here on our website. Services entrusted to Southern Cremations & Funerals at Holly Hill.