Let the memory of James be with us forever.
James Wood, 65, of Danville, Virginia, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born May 27, 1960, to Claude and Thelma Wood, James spent his life rooted in Danville, where he built a legacy of hard work, loyalty, and love for the outdoors.
He worked alongside his father at Dameron Plumbing and later continued the business with his son, Michael. James believed in doing things the right way and never hesitated to speak his mind, especially when it came from a place of care.
Throughout his children’s school years, he was actively involved in the Stony Mill, Brosville, and Tunstall PTOs and athletic programs. He was a constant presence at games, school events, and anywhere he could show up and support his kids.
James loved to hunt and fish, and found joy in the quiet and simplicity of being outside. He was a proud member of Stone’s Mill Hunt Club, where he spent countless seasons surrounded by good friends and good stories.
If he liked you, he picked on you. If he didn’t, you knew it. He was fiery, loyal, and full of heart—a man who didn’t mince words and had a deep appreciation for people who were real with him. His humor, strength, and presence will be deeply missed.
James is survived by his wife, Mitzi Huffman Wood; his children, Megan Weatherford (Heath), Michael Wood (fiancée Madison), Jaime Wood, and Jon Wood; and his grandchildren, Chloe, Hayden, Harper, and Reese. He is also survived by his sister, Jean Fowlkes (Sam), and many beloved extended family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Thelma Wood.
A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Family will receive visitors at 213 Red Bud Lane. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Commonwealth Hospice in honor of the extraordinary support they gave our family, especially Melissa and Mentoria.
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Mitzi, Megan, Jaime & Jon, the years I spent with your family keeping you kids were so special to me!!!! You all made me feel like I was part of your family. I truly know that your Dad and Mom are/were your biggest supporters. I've enjoyed watching you grow up into the amazing adults that you are today. James always said that he'd see me years later and he'd still call me "Wisa". I love you all so much and you will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
I wrote this in college for a poetry class, and I’ve come back to it many times since. It still says exactly what I want to say now. ⸻ Your hugs I miss the most but you’re the one that taught me to be tough. Punches and kicks were acceptable with my brothers when harsh words were exchanged. Being one of the boys made me fit in when Barbies didn’t make the cut. Being tough I found although was more about tough love and that love has made me, me. Although taken care of in every way, you found ways to make me learn on my own the good in people as well as finding the bad, the joy in life, as well as the misery. My decisions were no one’s but my own. You taught nothing in life is handed out and working hard is not an option but a must. For all the time I thought you were mean, thank you. And even though you were always wrong, I somehow now know what is right.
