William R. Wood, 83, of Spencer's Island, Cumberland County passed away Saturday, June 7, 2008 in South Cumberland Community Care Centre, Parrsboro. Born in Baie Verte, NB, he was a son of the late Homer and Ruby (Allen) Wood. He was a veteran of World War II. Following the war, he was a lumberman, lobster fisherman and worked for Alcan Aluminum. He is survived by a very special sister, Willina Bird, Amherst; stepchildren, Marilyn DeWitt (George), Lower Sackville; Anna Stronge (Bob Ripley), Amherst; Lorna Fletcher (Lindsay), Spencer's Island; Dwaine Spicer (Mary), Hampton, N.B.; Donald Stronge (Diane), Keswick, Ont.; Lewis Stronge (Holly), Amherst; daughter-in-law, Dorothy Stronge, Sussex; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a very special grampie to Amanda Stronge and Darcy (Aimee) Stronge; as well as, Addison Leigh. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Marion Allen; a step-son, Keith. Funeral service was held 2 p.m. Monday, June 9, 2008 in the Spencer's Island Union Church, Rev. Greg Doyle officiating. Burial in the Advocate Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Spencer's Island Union Church. Arrangements entrusted to Smith's Funeral Home, Parrsboro. Online condolences at www.smithsfuneralhome.com