Casey, Earl “Wood”

World War II U.S. Navy Veteran

  • Thursday, February 27, 2020
Earl "Wood" Casey
Earl "Wood" Casey

Earl “Wood” Casey passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Wood was a native of Chattanooga, born on Jan. 17, 1926, to the late Arthur and Pearl Casey. He served our country during World War II in the U.S. Navy. Wood was a member of Brainerd Lodge F&AM 736, Alhambra Shrine, and VFW Post 1289.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Mary L. Casey, and his daughter-in-law, Kathryn Casey.

Survivors include his son, Ronald W. Casey; son, Glenn E. Casey and wife Sherrill; daughter, Sandra Hoste and husband, Rick; 6 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 1, from 2-5 p.m. and on Monday, March 2, from 12-1 p.m. at Chattanooga Funeral Home North Chapel, Hixson.

There will be a graveside service with military honors at Hamilton Memorial Gardens on Monday at 1 p.m., officiated by Pastor Tony Leonard of Graceworks Church.

Arrangements are under the care of the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson.

Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanooganorthchapel.com.

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