Dennis M. Wood age 74, Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Saturday, December 20, 2025. Dearest husband of Patrice “Pat” Lynch-Wood for 38 years; beloved dad of Victoria “Tori” Wood and Ryan Wood; dear son of the late Mary (nee: Ban) and Jesse Wood; loving brother of Nancy Wood, brother-in-law, honorary uncle, cousin, godfather and trusted friend.
Denny (known to many as “Chippy”) was an amazing husband, father, coach, mentor, and supporter of all those he cared about. He was generous in donating his time to the church, coaching many of Tori and Ryan’s sports teams, and supporting any cause he believed in. If not coaching, you could always find Denny in the stands as a great fan and supporter. While he greatly enjoyed playing golf with his friends, he also had the patience to teach Tori and Ryan to play golf!
Always one to laugh or make others laugh, his smile and wit will always be remembered. Wherever he went, he would undoubtedly find someone he knew, and the conversation often ended with both of them laughing.
He always loved music, as Tori and Ryan would attest to after having spent many road trips, to and from sporting events, listening to his favorites.
As his dementia progressed, music was one of the few things that could get a response. While he could no longer effectively communicate, he was still able to enjoy singing or humming to his favorites.
Denny had dementia for the past 12 years, and had been in a nursing home (since he could no longer walk) for the past 4 years. While he was mostly nonverbal, he would occasionally surprise us with a quip or two!
Dementia finally took its toll on Denny’s body, as well as his mind. His last days were comfortable, and he peacefully moved on to that great 19th hole in the sky.
Services: Funeral from Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Road Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 9:30am to Assumption Catholic Church for 10am Mass, Inurnment Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to Alzheimer’s Association / Research, appreciated. Visitation (Denny’s Farewell Tour) Monday, January 5, 2026, 5-8pm. .
Dear Pat, Tori and Ryan, though I met Denny only once, I feel as if I’ve known him well for more than 30 year – through all your wonderful stories, Pat. It is obvious how much he loved you all and I hope you take comfort in knowing he is at peace with our Lord (and perhaps playing a round or two of golf!)
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Love,
Claudia
Many fond memories of Denny (and you too, Pat, and Tori and Ryan as well) especially the soccer games and snack schedules and after the season parties. Bummed rides when two of my kids had to be at different places at the same time. Got Mapquest directions printed out to get us to those games (before GPS) for the newcomers from Chicago. Our sincere sympathies. Missing you and praying for y’all.
Pat, Ryan, and Tori it is so devastating to lose your husband and father. We hope you can spend time sharing your grief, remembering the happy times with Denny, and celebrating his life. He will live on in your hearts and memories and in the stories his friends will tell for years to come.
Love and Peace
Dan & Karin
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, may God hold you close during this time. I always remember him with a smile on his face.
It was a pleasure to have know Denny and are grateful for all the great works he did at Assumption. Our thoughts and prayers for the family
I work at the nursing home where Dennis resided. Dennis was a very sweet man and always had a smile on his face. One of my favorite moments with him was when we were listening to music during our bowling activity and the song Barbara Ann came on and Dennis just burst into song. My thoughts and prayers go out to Dennis’ family it was a pleasure to get to know him.