George C. Wood

1878–1964 (age 86)

Biography

George C. Wood approached each decade with a steady hand and a thoughtful spirit, giving his time to civic gatherings and the preservation of shared values.

He found comfort in the tranquil grounds of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, where his devoted concern for others continues to be honored by grateful neighbors.

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