Wilma Wood

Obituaries

February 14, 2023

Wilma Wood

July 9, 1943 – February 12, 2023

Services are pending for Wilma (Burgess) Wood, 79, of Houston, with Integrity Funeral Service. The longtime former resident of the Schulter community passed away Sunday, February 12, 2023, in Houston.

Services are under the care and direction of Integrity Funeral Service.

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