Jeffrey Wood, 65, born September 30, 1948. Jeff was raised in Mays Landing then later moved into Egg Harbor Township. He passed into heaven on July 14, 2014 at home surrounded by his family. Jeff was very active in 4-H throughout his youth. He graduated from Oakcrest High School in 1966, Delaware Valley College in 1970 and received his masters from Rutgers University in 1972. He taught Horticulture at Somerset County Vo Tech and was the founder of Atlantic Nursery in Mays Landing, NJ where he worked for 32 years. He leaves behind Lynn, his wife of 42 years, his daughter Mindy (Mike) Pomatto, son David (Kylene) Wood, sister Melissa (Jim) Clayton, and several nieces and nephews. “Poppy” cherished every minute with his grandchildren Mya, Michaela, Skyler, and Kayden. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, golf, chainsaw carving, gardening, antique flea markets, riding in his jeep, trips to Cape May, biking, visiting historic places, watching the Phillies games, his annual salmon fishing trip, and just relaxing on his deck watching beautiful sunsets on the Great Egg Harbor River. Jeff is predeceased by his parents Norma and David and his sister Patricia. Anyone who knew Jeff will remember his kind spirit and gentle nature,…always having a joke to share. Services for Jeff will be held on Sunday, July 20 at the Boakes Funeral Home, 6050 Main St., Mays Landing. Family and friends may gather beginning at 2 PM with a memorial service at 3:30. Burial will be private. Jeff’s favorite quote: “Always look on the bright side.”
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Jeffrey Wood
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