James Wood Obituary

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James Thornton Wood
April 1, 1940
September 5, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of James Thornton Wood, 83, of Manitou Springs, CO. Jim passed peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of September 5, 2023.
Jim was born on April 1, 1940, to John Wood and Katherine Behan Wood. He graduated from Nott Terrace High School, then attended Amherst College for his Bachelor's Degree and the University of Pennsylvania for his Master's and Ph.D. Jim relocated to Colorado Springs in 1970 with his wife Arlene Wood where he started his career as a mathematics professor at Colorado College. He later transitioned careers to become a Systems Analyst for Ford Aerospace, Loral Aerospace, and Lockheed Martin from 1978 to 2002. Jim was the author of the Colorado Springs Symphony Program Notes for 20 years and a member of Toastmasters International for 30 years.
Jim enjoyed being the pitcher for the Commonwheel Softball team in the 1980's-1990's. He supported both of his children with their many athletic endeavors, musical achievements, and artistic talents throughout the years. Jim loved helping his wife, Arlene, with her artwork. Jim was a traveler his whole life and took his family on many adventures. He was a strong supporter of musical events and the art community of Manitou & Colorado Springs
Jim is survived by Arlene Wood, his wife of 57 years, daughter Emily Wood, son Jason Wood, his brother Robert Wood & sister Eleanor Bell, their children, Nic Wood, Tim Wood, Justin Bell, & Kris Bell, his cousin Betsy Prehm, her husband Larry Prehm, & their children Josh Prehm, & Christy Johnson.
Services will be held on Saturday, September 16. ***Funeral Mass- Our Lady of Guadalupe at 12:00 pm (2715 E Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80809) ***Celebration of Life- Manitou Art Center at 3:00 - 6:00 pm (513 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829) In lieu of flowers, we invite you to donate to the following charity in Jim's honor. https://www.nps.gov/getinvolved/donate.htm National Park Services