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Ted R. Wood

Posted 2020-04-02 by Pat R
Arizona Republic (Phoenix, Arizona)
Saturday, June 26, 1976, p. C-6

Ted R. Wood, 69, dies;
Wickenburg ex-official

WICKENBURG--Services for Ted R. Wood, 69, who died June 17 in Tokyo while on a tour, will be at 10 a.m. today in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Mr. Wood had been a resident of Wickenburg since 1940, when he opened Ted's Café. He began work in the food service business at the age of 12 and later worked as a meat cutter for a supermarket chain.

He had served on the Wickenburg Town Council for many years, including a term as vice mayor. He served on the Wickenburg Parks Board and spearheaded the development of local recreational facilities and planning for the community center.

Mr. Wood was a charter member of the Desert Caballeros riding group and sponsored the local high school athletic banquet for many years.

Survivors include his wife Freeda; children, Teddy R., and Judy Barbee; a brother; four sisters; four grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.


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