Jimmy Wayne Wood

Jimmy “Wayne” Wood, age 82, of Cleveland, Georgia, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Wayne was born on August 23, 1943, in Cleveland, Georgia, to the late Joseph Eldridge Wood and Grace Winkler Wood.

Wayne grew up in White County alongside his siblings, William George Wood, June Elizabeth Wood, and Vernon Eldridge Wood, all of whom preceded him in death. He was married to his first wife, Doris Ann (Adams) Wood, for 31 years until her passing. Wayne later married Margaret Lois (Dixon) Wood, with whom he shared 22 loving years before her death.

Wayne retired from General Motors after a long and dedicated career in automotive production. A man of strong work ethic and quiet faith, he was a member of both Mt. View Baptist Church and White Creek Baptist Church.

Wayne found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He loved to fish, hunt, and tend to his garden, often spending peaceful days along the Chattahoochee River, a place he loved to call home.

He is survived by many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will remember him for his generous spirit and kind heart.

Wayne will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him, but his memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Saturday, October 11, 2025, at The Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home, prior to the funeral service.

To share a memory or to leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.barrettfh.com

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