William Boyd Wood, age 86, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026. He was born on July 17, 1939, in Rockdale, Tennessee, to the late Charlie Wood and Dorothy Hayes Wood.

Boyd grew up alongside his four brothers and carried with him throughout life the strong values of family, kindness, and hard work. Boyd had a passion for vehicles of all kinds, from the kind you drive to the kind you collect, including a world-class collection of Hot Wheels. Boyd retired from Ford Motor Company after 30 years of service at the Kentucky Truck Plant. Known by many as the “fixer” of the family, Boyd had a special talent for tinkering and repairing just about anything. His great-grandchildren lovingly believed that “Papa can fix anything,” especially their bicycles. Whether working with his hands or lending a helping heart, Boyd was always ready to step in when someone needed him.

Boyd never met a stranger. His warm smile, joyful spirit, and welcoming hugs made everyone feel like family. A faithful and God-loving man, he was a devoted member of South Gate Church of Christ, where his kindness and gentle nature touched many lives.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Barbara June Wood; his daughter, Suzanna White; his grandchildren, Ashley (Aaron) Schmitt-Matzen and Brandon (Danielle) White; and his cherished great-grandchildren, Liam, Harper, Nora, and Lenox Schmitt-Matzen. He is also survived by his brother, Morris Wood, along with several nieces and nephews who will remember him fondly.

In addition to his parents, Boyd was preceded in death by his brothers, Charles Ray Wood, Randolph Wood, and Douglas Wade Wood.

Visitation will be held Monday, March 16, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home in Columbia, where family and friends are invited to gather, share memories, and celebrate Boyd’s life. A funeral service honoring his life will be held Tuesday, March 17, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Williams Funeral Home in Columbia. Following the service, Boyd will be laid to rest at Polk Memorial Gardens.

Williams Funeral Home is honored to assist the Wood family during this time.