WOOD, David Jon – of Davison, MI, age 79, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 1 PM Friday, December 6, 2024 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 404 North Dayton Street, Davison, MI 48423; Rev. Fr. Andrew A. Czajkowski celebrant. Cremation will take place following the Mass. The family will receive visitors 12-7 PM Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 Davison Road, Davison, MI 48423 and 12-1 PM Friday, December 6, 2024 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. A Rosary will be prayed 6:30 PM Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Allen Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America or St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, in Dave’s memory.
Dave was born in Flint, MI on April 5, 1945, son of the late Carl J. and Lorraine (Steinbrecher) Wood. He married the love of his life, Mary Baliko, on February 11, 1967, in Flint, MI, and together they shared a life filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Dave’s professional career was spent as a skilled Tinsmith, and he proudly retired after many years of dedicated service at General Motors. While his work in the automotive industry was fulfilling, Dave’s true passion was always classic motor vehicles. Upon retirement, he dove into this passion with fervor, dedicating his time to the restoration and appreciation of vintage cars. As a founding member of the Back to the Bricks Car Show in Flint, MI, Dave made a lasting impact on the local classic car community. His love for the craft and his infectious enthusiasm drew him to many regional antique motor scooter and classic car shows, where he forged countless friendships over the years. Whether he was tinkering under the hood of a classic vehicle or enjoying the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts, Dave’s presence was always a highlight of any event. He will be remembered for his kind heart, his unwavering devotion to his family, and his remarkable ability to bring people together. Dave’s legacy will live on in the friendships he made, the memories he created, and the vehicles that continue to bear his mark.
Dave is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Wood; 2 children, Lisa (Dave) Hall and Jeff (Becky) Wood; 3 grandchildren, Sydney Wood, Ethan Wood, and Gabriel Wood; 4 siblings, Sandy (Norm) Krefeld, Joe (Barb) Wood, Becky (John) Schlatter and Alan (Donna) Wood; many in-laws, nieces, nephews, other loving family members and good friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Lorraine Wood; brother, Ross (Sharon) Wood.
Dave had the opportunity to make many great friends through the years, and was especially close with Al and Pat Hatch, Ed and Carol McDonough, and Bob and Diane Esia.