James G. "Son" Wood

James G. “Son” Wood, 86, of Hollywood, MD, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 19, 1938, in Leonardtown, MD, Son was the beloved son of the late James Gibbons Allston Wood and Lucy Yvonne Cusic Wood. A lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, MD, Son embraced the community he called home. On August 6, 1966, he married Mary Elaine Adams, sharing over 58 wonderful years together. Son was a skilled plumber whose dedication and work ethic were unmatched. Even after retiring, he often returned to the trade he loved, always eager to lend his expertise. Known for his resourcefulness and ability to fix anything, Son was a true problem-solver and a helping hand to all who knew him. He took great pride in gardening, especially the tomatoes he sold from his roadside stand, and enjoyed sharing the fruits of his labor with neighbors and friends. Son was an avid sports fan who rarely missed cheering on the Baltimore Orioles, Baltimore Ravens, or attending Potomac Speedway races after a full day’s work. Though a man of few words, his humor and wit left a lasting impression on everyone he met. Above all, he cherished his family, never boasting but deeply proud of their accomplishments. Son is survived by his devoted wife, Mary Elaine Wood, and his three daughters: Mary Jo Thompson (Bobby) of Chaptico, MD; Kelly Dombrosky (Bernie) of Hollywood, MD; and Sandee Pappaconstantinou (Chuck) of Mechanicsville, MD. He was the cherished grandfather of Katie Beavan, Mary Beth Pappaconstantinou, Karly Guy, Brooke Pappaconstantinou, Kaylee Pappaconstantinou, Derek Pappaconstantinou, and Connor Dombrosky, and the proud great-grandfather of Rowan Guy, with another great-grandchild on the way. He is also survived by his siblings: Emily Norris (Dickie, deceased) of Mechanicsville, MD; Michael Wood (Sue) of Mechanicsville, MD; Quintin Wood (Mary) of Mechanicsville, MD; Gerald Wood of Mechanicsville, MD; Nancy Hall (Sonny, deceased) of Mechanicsville, MD; Victor Wood of Mechanicsville, MD; Steve Wood of Mechanicsville, MD; Susan Pullen (Lou, deceased) of Ocean Isle Beach, NC; Vivian Downey (Jim) of Mechanicsville, MD; Lynn Wood of Mechanicsville, MD; Sheila Hill (Adrian) of Mechanicsville, MD; and Justine Farrell (Jay) of Mechanicsville, MD. He was preceded in death by his parents and two siblings, Pat Wood of Mechanicsville, MD, and Becky Norris (Billy, deceased) of Leonardtown, MD. Family and friends are invited to gather on January 2, 2025, in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD. Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 A.M., officiated by Father Raymond Schmidt. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will include Bobby Thompson, Bernie Dombrosky, Chuck Pappaconstantinou, Kevin Cusic, Donald Johnson, and Robbie Williams. Honorary pallbearers will be his brothers, sisters, grandsons, and Jerome Goldsborough. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John’s Francis Regis Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD. Condolences may be made to the family at www.mgfh.com. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home and Cremation Services, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.