Robert "Bear" Wood
May 31, 1992 ~ November 27, 2021
Robert “Bear” Wood, 29, of Greenville, passed away at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at HSHS Holy Family Hospital in Greenville.
Robert was born May 31, 1992, in Denver, CO, the son of Lynnette (Walker) and Arthur Lee Wood. He graduated from Greenville High School, where he played football for the Comets. Robert loved the game so much he played in the alumni games that the high school held after his graduation. Following high school, he graduated from Kaskaskia College with an associate degree.
Robert had the biggest heart, and was a loyal friend, though he did enjoy playing jokes on them. They knew they could call him anytime for any reason. Robert was an avid video gamer and magic player, competing in many tournaments, some held at the international level. Of all his passions and interests, Robert found his greatest joy in his daughter and princess, Mya.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ruth and Robert Walker; paternal grandparents, Gary and James Wood; aunts, Jessie Wood, Mary Wood, Delores Wood, Erica Walker, and Karen Walker; and uncles, Robert Walker III and Louis DeCoy.
Robert is survived by his daughter, Mya Wood at home; mother, Lynnette Wood of Greenville; father, Arthur Wood of Greenville; sister, Jordane (Joe Tannahill) Wood of Greenville; aunts, Ada (Steve) Morgan of Augusta, GA, Willaroz (William) Barnett of Elizabethtown, KY, and Ruth A. DeCoy of Rosemont, CA; uncles, Lt. Col. Roy (Cherry) Walker of San Antonio, TX, and John D. (Mirta) Walker of Colorado Springs, CO; "brother" Marion Neely II, Mya’s mother, Vanessa Tedrick; and a host of family, friends, and community.
Celebration of Life: 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at Assalley-Young Funeral Home, 118 E. College Avenue, Greenville, IL 62246, with Bruce Neese officiating. A public visitation time will not be held.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Mya Wood Educational Fund c/o The FNB Community Bank, 1310 E City Rt 40, Greenville, IL 62246.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Robert or offer condolences to his family.
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You were the bestest friend a girl could ask for This isn’t goodbye this is I’ll see you later! I love you bestfriend, you’ll NEVER be forgotten! I promise love you forever my dude,
Sheyanne, Aubree, Lincoln, & Kenslee
Robert you were a genuine friend and loyal person. Robert made such a positive difference in the lives of many, with his kind and positive spirit. The memories we have shared across the years from childhood to now, will always be cherished. May you Rest in Perfect Peace. My condolences and sympathies to the entire family.
With love always,
Luyi Adesanya + The Adesanya Family
Robert you were a genuine friend and loyal person. Robert made such a positive difference in the lives of many, with his kind and positive spirit. The memories we have shared across the years from childhood to now, will always be cherished. May you Rest in Perfect Peace. My condolences and sympathies to the entire family.
With love always,
Luyi Adesanya + The Adesanya Family
Robert you were a genuine friend and loyal person. Robert made such a positive difference in the lives of many, with his kind and positive spirit. The memories we have shared across the years from childhood to now, will always be cherished. May you Rest in Perfect Peace. My condolences and sympathies to the entire family.
With love always,
Luyi Adesanya + The Adesanya Family
Robert you were a genuine friend and loyal person. Robert made such a positive difference in the lives of many, with his kind and positive spirit. The memories we have shared across the years from childhood to now, will always be cherished. May you Rest in Perfect Peace. My condolences and sympathies to the entire family.
With love always,
Luyi Adesanya + The Adesanya Family
Prayers for your family that God will surround them with His perfect peace and love and give them the comfort and strength they need to get through this, now and forever.
The Edwards Family
Dear precious nephew, it was such a shock the day you left us. Of course your sweet and caring ways will always be in our hearts. We are going to miss you. But we know we will see you again so enjoy being in Heaven and with Jesus and family. I know Aunt Erica came to meet you and there was a awesome family reunion. You left a hole in our heart when you left but we know we will reunite with you someday. Until that day we will try to continue on, missing you every day. Love you precious forever, your Aunt Rose
Arthur, Lynnette and family, we are keeping you all in prayer as you celebrate Robert’s life. May our Lord and Savior provide the strength needed to continue moving forward. Our hearts are with you during this season in life. Your Cousin Brenda Anderson and Family, San Antonio, TX. Blessings and Love.